This is the 732nd most frequent Polish word.
staje
"Staje" means "stands" or "becomes" depending on context.
In this sentence, 'staje' is used as the third person singular present tense form of the verb 'stawać', meaning 'to stand'. It describes a repetitive action.
Każdego ranka staje przed lustrem, przygotowując się do dnia.
Every morning, she stands in front of the mirror, preparing for the day.
In this example, 'staje się' is again used to indicate a state or condition that something is transitioning into.
Ciężka praca staje się kluczowym elementem sukcesu.
Hard work becomes a key element of success.
Here, 'staje' is part of the reflexive verb phrase 'staje się', meaning 'becomes'. It signifies a transformation or change.