słowo na k
In Polish, "the f word" is translated as słowo na k.
The phrase słowo na k is a euphemism used to refer to the common profanity Kurwa! without actually uttering the vulgarity itself. It functions identically to how "the f word" is used in English.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally means "the word on k", where k refers to the first letter of the vulgarity being euphemized.
When do people say it?
The profanity being euphemized, Kurwa!, is a common and versatile word used by speakers to express various intense emotions such as anger, shock or frustration.
Did you know?
- Because kurwa is so common, some Polish speakers create 'pseudo-swears' by starting a word with 'k' and then switching to a harmless word to trick the listener.
- In Polish, kurwa can be used as an interjection to express extreme joy or amazement, not just negative emotions.
- The word kurwa is so central to Polish profanity that it is often used as a 'comma' or a filler word to pace a sentence without changing its meaning.
Examples in context
- Co się do cholery dzieje?What the hell is happening?
- Ja pierdolę!I f***ing can't believe it!
Example conversation
Krzysztof and Anna are discussing a movie they just watched.
- KrzysztofTen film był pełen przekleństw.That movie was full of swear words.
- AnnaTak, ciągle padało w nim słowo na k.Yes, the f-word kept coming up in it.
- KrzysztofSzkoda, że nie było wersji bez nich.It's a pity there wasn't a version without them.
- AnnaZgadzam się, Anno, to było zbyt wiele.I agree, Anna, it was too much.
