The word "grosz" is a Polish coin, but it poses difficulty in spelling due to its unfamiliar pronunciation. The word is pronounced "grosh" which is transcribed in IPA as /ɡrɒʃ/. The "g" is pronounced like the "g" in "go," the "r" is trilled, and the "o" is pronounced as a short "o" sound. The "sz" is a combination of two letters, which together make the sound "sh," similar to the "sh" in "shy." Because of its unusual spelling, "grosz" can be a challenge for non-native speakers to write correctly.
The word "grosz" is derived from the Polish language. It entered English usage through the Polish currency, where it is a subdivision of the złoty. The Polish term "grosz" traces its origins back to the Old Czech language, where it was used to refer to a small copper coin. From Czech, it passed into Polish and has been in use since the medieval period.