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  What it means

  Literally “a man like an oak.” Describes a big, strong, sturdy man — built like a tree.

  Vocabulary

  • chłop — man / fellow (colloquial)
  • dąb — oak tree

  Grammar note

  'Jak dąb' is a nominative comparison. No verb needed — the simile stands alone as a complete description.

  Cultural context

  The oak is a symbol of strength and endurance in Polish culture. The compliment implies both physical power and reliability.

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