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  What it means

  An exclamation of surprise, shock, or mild dismay. It is a gentler alternative to stronger religious exclamations. ‘Julek’ is a nickname for Juliusz, but here it does not name a particular person; it simply completes this rhythmic, traditional phrase.

  Vocabulary

  • rany — wounds (plural of rana)
  • Julek — diminutive of Juliusz (proper name)

  Grammar note

  'Rany' is in the nominative plural. This is a fixed phrase, so its grammar does not change with the situation.

  Cultural context

  This phrase is safe for all ages. You may hear it from a grandmother or in a children's cartoon. It sounds natural without being offensive in everyday speech.

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