Bogu dzięki
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What it means
Literally “thanks be to God.” Means thank goodness, thank God — an expression of relief that something turned out well or that something bad was avoided.
Vocabulary
- Bóg — God
- dzięki — thanks
Grammar note
'Bogu' is the dative of 'Bóg' — thanks are directed to God. A fixed exclamatory phrase, often used as a standalone reaction.
Cultural context
Reflects Poland's deep Catholic culture. Used by religious and non-religious Poles alike as a general expression of relief.
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