Madejowe łoże
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What it means
Literally “Madej’s bed.” Means a bed of nails, a place of torment — somewhere deeply uncomfortable, either physically or metaphorically. Used for any situation that is a prolonged ordeal.
Vocabulary
- Madej — Madej (a legendary Polish robber-knight)
- łoże — bed / couch (literary)
Grammar note
'Madejowe' is a possessive adjective from 'Madej', agreeing with neuter 'łoże'.
Cultural context
From a Polish legend about the robber Madej, condemned to lie on a bed of snakes and thorns as punishment for his crimes. A uniquely Polish cultural reference.
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