Koło fortuny
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What it means
Literally “wheel of fortune.” The ancient symbol of fate’s unpredictability — fortune raises some up and brings others down as the wheel turns. Used both literally (the TV game show) and figuratively.
Vocabulary
- koło — wheel, circle
- fortuna — fortune, fate, luck
Grammar note
'Fortuny' is the genitive of 'fortuna' — genitive of possession (wheel of fortune).
Cultural context
The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortunae) is a medieval concept that entered Polish culture through Latin learning. Also the name of a popular Polish TV game show.
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