utrzeć nosa

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Polish[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

Literally, to grate apart [a] nose.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈut.ʂɛt͡ɕ ˈnɔ.sa/
  • (file)
  • Rhymes: -ɔsa

Verb[edit]

utrzeć nosa pf (imperfective ucierać nosa)

  1. (intransitive, idiomatic, colloquial) to cut down to size (to humble or humiliate, especially someone or something that is perceived as overly domineering or too proud)
    Synonym: dać po nosie

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