Czarna teczka
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What it means
Literally “black folder.” Refers to a dossier of compromising information held on someone — dirt, secrets, or incriminating material that can be used for blackmail or political leverage.
Vocabulary
- czarny — black
- teczka — folder / briefcase / file
Grammar note
Simple noun phrase — 'czarna' agrees with feminine 'teczka'.
Cultural context
A loaded term in Polish political culture, evoking the secret police files of the communist era. Still used today for any collection of damaging secrets.
Intermediate
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