Czarny humor
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What it means
“Black humour.” Jokes about dark, morbid, or taboo subjects — gallows humour. Poles are well known for their love of czarny humor.
Vocabulary
- czarny — black (masculine)
- humor — humour, mood
Grammar note
Masculine noun phrase. A direct parallel to the English term.
Cultural context
Black humour has a long tradition in Polish culture, shaped by a difficult history. It's a common coping mechanism and a staple of Polish comedy.
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