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  What it means

  Literally “for God’s sake / by God.” An exclamation of surprise, exasperation, or emphasis — “for God’s sake,” “good God,” “by God.”

  Vocabulary

  • Bóg — God

  Grammar note

  'Na Boga' uses the accusative of 'Bóg' after 'na' — a fixed exclamatory phrase.

  Cultural context

  One of many Polish exclamations invoking God — reflects the deep Catholic roots of Polish culture. Ranges from mild to emphatic depending on tone.

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