Meaning:
Lit. “to be scrubbing the bottom”. This expression is used to state very bluntly that a person or another entity has reached the lowest level in whatever they do. Continue reading Szorować po dnie
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Być na świeczniku
Meaning:
Lit. “to be on the candlestick”. Which is used to describe the reality of celebrities being closely watched and followed by the media and their consumers. Also for powerful politicians or managers in the corporate world.
Włożyć kij w szprychy
Meaning:
Lit. “to put a stick into the spokes”. To obstruct or prevent execution of a certain plan. Often by means of a treacherous action. As demonstrated by the famous Bike Fall Meme. But with a different person handling the stick.
Kacowe
Meaning:
Lit. “the hangover’s (day)” or officially “urlop na żądanie”, is a part of an employees yearly holiday budget he or she can use without planning it in advance and get approved by the boss.
Mieć (mocne) plecy
Meaning:
Lit. “to have a (strong) back”. In Polish, this expression has at least two metaphorical meanings. In most cases, this means: to have a strong political backing/support in your organisation, powerful friends that will help you in need.