Polak nie wielbłąd, pić musi
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What it means
A humorous saying meaning “A Pole is not a camel — he must drink (alcohol)”. Used jokingly to justify drinking. It plays on the fact that camels can go without water for long periods.
Vocabulary
- wielbłąd — camel
- pić — to drink
- musi — must, has to
Cultural context
A well-known humorous proverb reflecting Polish drinking culture. Often cited ironically or self-deprecatingly.
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