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  What it means

  Literally “for that” or “in exchange for that,” this phrase functions as a conjunction meaning “but on the other hand,” “however,” or “then again.” It introduces a contrasting quality or a compensating fact. For example: “Jest drogi, ale za to bardzo trwały” — “It’s expensive, but then again it’s very durable.”

  Vocabulary

  • za — for, in exchange for (preposition)
  • to — that, it

  Grammar note

  When used as a conjunction, 'za to' is typically preceded by 'ale' (but) to form the contrast pattern 'ale za to' — 'but then again / but in return.'

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