tracić
to lose (abstract), to waste
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈtrat͡ɕit͡ɕ/
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Cultural Note
'Tracić' is used for abstract losses — time, hope, love — while 'gubić' is for physical objects. 'Tracić głowę dla kogoś' (to lose one's head for someone) means falling madly in love. 'Nie trać nadziei' (don't lose hope) is a common encouragement during difficult times in relationships.
📝 Example Sentences
Nie chcę cię stracić.
I don't want to lose you.
Tracę głowę, kiedy się do mnie uśmiechasz.
I lose my head when you smile at me.