This is the 682nd most frequent Polish word.
wypadek
Accident.
Use to refer to an unfortunate incident or accident.
Widziałem wczoraj wypadek na skrzyżowaniu.
I saw an accident at the intersection yesterday.
Explains a precautionary measure for a potential situation.
Na wypadek deszczu warto zabrać parasol.
In case of rain, it's good to take an umbrella.
Used to describe an unintended event or mistake.