Idzie luty, podkuj buty
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What it means
February brings harsh cold and icy conditions, so prepare yourself — literally and figuratively. A reminder to get ready for tough times ahead.
Vocabulary
- luty — February
- podkuć — to shoe (a horse); here: to put metal tips on boots
- buty — boots, shoes
Grammar note
Imperative 'podkuj' (shoe/tip). 'Idzie luty' — 'luty' is the subject, 'idzie' means 'is coming'.
Cultural context
A seasonal proverb warning that February is the coldest, iciest month. Historically, boots were fitted with metal tips to grip ice.
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