mnóstwo

Mnóstwo is a Polish word that translates to "a lot," "plenty," or "a multitude" in English. It is an informal and widely used term to express a large quantity of something. The word can be used to refer to countable or uncountable nouns, making it quite versatile in everyday conversation. For instance, one might say "mam mnóstwo pracy" which means "I have a lot of work," or "było mnóstwo ludzi na koncercie," translating to "there were a lot of people at the concert."

The usage of mnóstwo typically implies an abundance, often more than expected or needed, but it doesn't carry a negative connotation of being overwhelming unless context suggests so. It is a common substitute for more formal quantifiers like "wiele" (many) or "dużo" (much/a lot). Its informal nature makes it suitable for casual interactions among friends and family. In certain contexts, it can also be used with a degree of hyperbole to emphasize a very large number or amount. The grammatical case following mnóstwo is the genitive.