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upright
ˈʌpraɪt
adjective
pionowy
Also
uczciwy
Definition
Positioned vertically rather than horizontally; also, honorable and honest in character.
Examples
He sat upright in his chair, paying close attention.
Siedział prosto na krześle, uważnie słuchając.
She was known as an upright and trustworthy person in the community.
Była znana w społeczności jako uczciwa i godna zaufania osoba.
Collocations
sit uprightupright postureupright citizen
adverb
pionowo
Also
prosto
Definition
In a vertical position.
Examples
The pole stood upright in the ground despite the strong wind.
Słup stał pionowo w ziemi pomimo silnego wiatru.
He held his head upright with pride.
Trzymał głowę prosto z dumą.
Synonyms
Collocations
stand uprighthold upright
noun
pion
Also
słupek(m)
Definition
A vertical post or structure, especially in a framework or as a type of piano.
Examples
The fence was supported by several strong uprights.
Płot był podtrzymywany przez kilka mocnych słupków.
She preferred playing on an upright piano rather than a grand piano.
Wolała grać na pianinie pionowym niż na fortepianie.
Collocations
piano uprightfence upright
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