Śmiech to zdrowie
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What it means
“Laughter is health.” Laughing is good for you — a simple, cheerful proverb encouraging a positive outlook and a sense of humour.
English equivalent
Laughter is the best medicine.
Vocabulary
- śmiech — laughter
- zdrowie — health
Grammar note
A nominal sentence with no verb. 'To' acts as a linking word equivalent to 'is' in this construction.
Cultural context
One of the most commonly quoted Polish proverbs, often used to lighten the mood.
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