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  What it means

  Literally “to be born in a bonnet.” It describes someone who is unusually lucky or seems to have everything go their way in life. It is similar to the “silver spoon” idea, but it focuses on natural good fortune rather than inherited wealth alone.

  Vocabulary

  • urodzić się — to be born
  • czepek — bonnet / surgical cap / caul
  • szczęściarz — lucky person

  Grammar note

  'Czepku' is the locative case of 'czepek'. The preposition 'w' (in) requires the locative when indicating a state or position.

  Cultural context

  Historically, it refers to being born with a "caul," a piece of the amniotic sac covering the head. In many European cultures, including Poland, it was once seen as a strong sign of good luck and protection from drowning.

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