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  What it means

  “The devil never sleeps.” A warning that evil, temptation, or trouble is always lurking — you can never fully let your guard down.

  Vocabulary

  • diabeł — devil
  • nie śpi — doesn't sleep

  Grammar note

  Simple present tense, third-person singular. 'Śpi' from 'spać' (to sleep).

  Cultural context

  Rooted in Polish Catholic folk tradition. Used as a cautionary reminder to stay vigilant.

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