Paluszek i główka to szkolna wymówka
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What it means
Literally “a little finger and a little head are a school excuse.” A rhyming proverb used to mock children (or adults) who make up petty physical ailments to avoid duties.
Vocabulary
- paluszek — little finger
- wymówka — excuse
Grammar note
Diminutives 'paluszek' and 'główka' emphasize the triviality of the complaint.
Cultural context
Very common in parenting and school contexts.
Intermediate
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