Do siostry w rok szósty, do brata we trzy lata
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What it means
Visit your sister every six years, your brother every three. A humorous proverb suggesting that family visits — especially to in-laws — need not be too frequent.
Vocabulary
- siostra — sister
- brat — brother
- szósty — sixth
Grammar note
'W rok szósty' — accusative of time expressing 'in the sixth year / every six years'. Archaic rhythmic construction typical of folk proverbs.
Cultural context
Reflects folk humour about the obligations and occasional burdens of extended family relationships.
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