A1 Idiom カジュアル

Głowa do góry

Chin up

意味

Stay positive in hard times.

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文化的背景

In Poland, 'Głowa do góry' is often paired with a 'poklepanie po plecach' (a pat on the back). It reflects the 'solidarność' (solidarity) that is a core Polish value. In the Silesian dialect, you might hear variations, but the standard Polish version is understood and used widely as a sign of regional resilience, especially in mining communities. Among 'Polonia', this phrase remains one of the most preserved idioms, used to encourage new immigrants who are struggling with the language or job search. Younger Poles might use 'Głowa do góry' ironically or in memes, but it remains a sincere tool for emotional support in private messaging.

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Pair with a smile

This idiom is 50% words and 50% body language. A warm smile makes it much more effective.

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Not for funerals

Never use this for serious grief. It can seem very rude or shallow.

意味

Stay positive in hard times.

💡

Pair with a smile

This idiom is 50% words and 50% body language. A warm smile makes it much more effective.

⚠️

Not for funerals

Never use this for serious grief. It can seem very rude or shallow.

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The 'Uszy' variation

Use 'Uszy do góry' with kids or pets to sound like a native speaker who knows the playful side of the language.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word in this common idiom.

Twoja koleżanka jest smutna. Mówisz: 'Głowa do _______!'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: góry

The preposition 'do' always takes the genitive case, which for 'góra' is 'góry'.

In which situation is 'Głowa do góry' most appropriate?

Wybierz najlepszą sytuację:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ktoś oblał egzamin na prawo jazdy.

The idiom is used for encouragement after a failure or setback.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.

Marek: 'Straciłem portfel.' Ty: '________________, na pewno go znajdziesz.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Głowa do góry

'Głowa do góry' is the only phrase here that offers comfort.

Match the Polish phrase with its English equivalent.

Połącz pary:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Głowa do góry - Chin up

These are standard idiomatic translations.

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4 問題
Fill in the missing word in this common idiom. Fill Blank A1

Twoja koleżanka jest smutna. Mówisz: 'Głowa do _______!'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: góry

The preposition 'do' always takes the genitive case, which for 'góra' is 'góry'.

In which situation is 'Głowa do góry' most appropriate? situation_matching A1

Wybierz najlepszą sytuację:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ktoś oblał egzamin na prawo jazdy.

The idiom is used for encouragement after a failure or setback.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase. dialogue_completion A1

Marek: 'Straciłem portfel.' Ty: '________________, na pewno go znajdziesz.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Głowa do góry

'Głowa do góry' is the only phrase here that offers comfort.

Match the Polish phrase with its English equivalent. Match A2

左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Głowa do góry - Chin up

These are standard idiomatic translations.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

No, it is informal to neutral. It's best for friends, family, and casual work environments.

Because the preposition 'do' requires the genitive case. 'Góry' is the genitive form of 'góra'.

Yes! You can pluralize 'głowa' to 'głowy' when addressing more than one person.

Yes, the meaning and usage are almost identical in English and Polish.

Yes, in an informal email to a colleague or friend, it's a very nice way to end a message.

Usually 'Dzięki' (Thanks) or 'Postaram się' (I'll try).

Only if the situation is very obvious (e.g., they dropped their groceries). Otherwise, it might be too personal.

Usually, but in many idioms, it just means 'up' or 'the top part'.

Yes, 'Nie łam się' is a more 'street' way of saying the same thing.

You can say it to yourself as a mantra, but it's usually something you say to others.

関連フレーズ

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Uszy do góry

similar

Ears up

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Nie łam się

synonym

Don't break / Don't crumble

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Trzymaj się

similar

Take care / Hang in there

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Wszystko będzie dobrze

builds on

Everything will be fine

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Patrzeć z optymizmem w przyszłość

specialized form

To look with optimism into the future

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