This is the 153rd most frequent Slovenian word.
poleg
The Slovenian word "poleg" means "beside" or "in addition to" in English.
This use of 'poleg' specifies a location relative to another, analogous to 'next to' or 'beside' something.
Poleg sosedove hiše poteka asfaltirana cesta.
Next to the neighbor's house runs a paved road.
Here, 'poleg' introduces an additional quality or characteristic, indicating 'besides' or 'in addition to' in the context.
Poleg tega, da je priden, je tudi zelo prijazen.
Besides being hardworking, he is also very kind.
In this sentence, 'poleg' describes proximity or position, indicating 'next to' or 'beside' someone.