szeroko

Szeroko is a Polish adverb meaning widely or broadly. It is used to express the extent, scope, or spatial reach of something, either literally in space or figuratively in concept. The term often appears in phrases that describe breadth of understanding, influence, or coverage.

In contemporary usage, szeroko is closely linked to the adjective szeroki (wide). It frequently precedes adjectives or participles to indicate breadth, as in szeroko znany (widely known), szeroko pojęta problematyka (broadly understood issues), or szeroko zakrojony projekt (large-scale project). It can also modify phrases that describe how something is understood or applied, such as szeroko rozumiana koncepcja.

As an adverb, szeroko functions to indicate manner or degree related to breadth rather than intensity. It contrasts with terms that express depth or amount, such as głęboko or dużo. The phrase szeroko pojęty is particularly common in formal or academic language, emphasizing a broad or inclusive interpretation.

Etymologically, szeroko derives from the adjective szeroki (wide) and forms with the standard Polish adverbial suffix -o. Related noun forms include szerokość (width), which denotes physical measurement of breadth.

See also: szerokość, szeroki, szeroko pojęty.