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  What it means

  Literally “Christ’s age.” Refers to the age of 33 — the age at which Jesus Christ was crucified. Used to mark this symbolic milestone in someone’s life.

  Vocabulary

  • Chrystus — Christ
  • wiek — age / century

  Grammar note

  'Chrystusowy' is a possessive adjective from 'Chrystus.' The phrase is nominative.

  Cultural context

  In Catholic Poland, turning 33 carries special symbolic weight. The phrase is used both seriously and playfully.

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