idź z Bogiem
The English phrase "go with God" is translated into Polish as idź z Bogiem.
If you wish to express a non-religious sentiment such as "Safe travels!", you should use Bezpiecznej podróży! instead.
Did you know?
- While it sounds like a warm farewell, using idź z Bogiem in a casual setting might strike a Pole as overly dramatic or even mock-religious.
- The phrase idź z Bogiem is a linguistic relative to the Latin 'Vade cum Deo', reflecting the deep historical influence of the Catholic Church on the Polish language.
- In traditional Polish rural culture, idź z Bogiem was historically used not just for travel, but as a formal blessing given to guests upon their departure from a home.
Examples in context
- Dziękuję za wizytę. Niech Bóg będzie z tobą!Thank you for the visit. May God be with you!
- Dziękujemy za współpracę. Niech Bóg będzie z wami!Thank you for the cooperation. May God be with you all!
- Wracaj do domu. Idź z Bogiem!Go back home. Go with God!
- Przyjedźcie jeszcze raz! Idźcie z Bogiem!Come visit again! Go with God!
- Idź z Bogiem, mój drogi przyjacielu.Go with God, my dear friend.
- Możesz powiedzieć mu tylko: idź z Bogiem.You can only say to him: go with God.
Example conversation
Paweł is saying goodbye to Małgorzata at the door.
- PawełDziękuję za wizytę, Małgorzato.Thank you for the visit, Małgorzata.
- MałgorzataJa również dziękuję, Pawle.I thank you too, Paweł.
- PawełIdź z Bogiem i uważaj na siebie.Go with God and take care of yourself.
- MałgorzataDo zobaczenia wkrótce.See you soon.
