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  What it means

  Literally “don’t fear a frog.” A casual, colloquial way of saying “don’t worry” or “no need to be nervous.”

  Vocabulary

  • bać się — to be afraid / to fear
  • żaba — frog

  Grammar note

  Imperative negation: 'nie bój' (don't fear). 'Żaby' is the genitive of 'żaba' — 'bać się + genitive' is the standard construction for fearing something.

  Cultural context

  A lighthearted, slightly humorous reassurance — the absurdity of mentioning a frog is part of the charm. Friendly and informal in register.

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