kłamstwo
a lie, falsehood
Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/ˈkwamstfɔ/
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Cultural Note
In Polish, there's a distinction between 'kłamstwo' (a deliberate lie) and 'niedomówienie' (an omission or half-truth). Both are taken seriously in relationships, but a direct 'kłamstwo' is considered more hurtful.
📝 Example Sentences
To kłamstwo zniszczyło nasz związek.
That lie destroyed our relationship.
Nie znoszę kłamstw.
I can't stand lies.