Polish

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Etymology

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Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /jɛw̃ˈzɘt͡ʂɛk u ˈvaɡi/, /jɛnˈzɘt͡ʂɛk u ˈvaɡi/
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  • Syllabification: ję‧zy‧czek u wa‧gi

Noun

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języczek u wagi m inan

  1. (literal) scales pointer (movable metal arrow showing a tilt of the scales)
  2. (figurative, idiomatic) someone or something with decisive influence in a situation where opposing factors almost balance each other out

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