martwy
Martwy is a Polish adjective meaning dead or lifeless. It is used to describe someone or something that is no longer alive or lacking life, and it can function in both attributive and predicative positions. For example, martwy człowiek refers to a dead man, while Cóż, ten człowiek jest martwy, means he is dead.
Etymology and cognates: Martwy derives from the Proto-Slavic root associated with death. It has cognates in
Grammar and usage: In Polish, martwy declines like a regular adjective, matching gender, number, and case with
Figurative use and common phrases: Beyond literal death, martwy can describe figurative lifelessness or inactivity. It