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  What it means

  Literally “to speak the same language,” this idiom means that two people understand each other perfectly because they share the same values, mindset, or way of thinking. It has nothing to do with linguistics and everything to do with mutual rapport. It’s the Polish equivalent of “being on the same wavelength.”

  Vocabulary

  • język — language / tongue
  • ten sam — the same
  • rozumieć — to understand
  • porozumienie — agreement / understanding

  Grammar note

  'Tym samym językiem' is in the instrumental case, which describes the "instrument" or "means" by which the speaking is done.

  Cultural context

  This is a very positive and common expression in both business and romantic contexts to describe a great connection between people.

  Beginner

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