Na miłość boską
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What it means
Literally “for God’s love / for the love of God.” A strong exclamation of exasperation, pleading, or emphasis — “for the love of God,” “for goodness’ sake.”
Vocabulary
- miłość — love
- boski — divine, God's
Grammar note
'Na miłość boską' uses the accusative of 'miłość boska' after 'na'. Stronger and more emotional than 'na litość boską'.
Cultural context
A deeply Catholic exclamation — invoking God's love as the ultimate appeal. Used both in genuine distress and as everyday emphasis.
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