wspólnemu

wspólnemu is a Polish word that translates to "common" or "shared" in English. It is the dative singular form of the adjective "wspólny". This grammatical case is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, meaning it is the recipient or beneficiary of an action. Therefore, "wspólnemu" is used when referring to something that is for or to a common or shared entity, concept, or person.

For instance, in the phrase "celowi wspólnemu" (common goal), "wspólnemu" is in the dative case because "celowi" (goal) is also in the dative case, indicating that the goal is for a shared purpose. Similarly, in a sentence like "przyczynili się do dobra wspólnemu" (they contributed to the common good), "wspólnemu" modifies "dobra" (good), which is in the dative case, signifying that the contribution is directed towards a shared benefit. The adjective agrees in case, number, and gender with the noun it modifies. In this instance, it's dative singular masculine or neuter, depending on the noun it relates to. Understanding the dative case is crucial for correctly using "wspólnemu" in Polish sentences.