Meaning
Everything is fine or good
Cultural Background
In cities like Warsaw or Kraków, 'jest git' is often accompanied by specific body language—a slight nod or a 'shaka' sign among younger people. The phrase is a staple in Polish rap lyrics from the 90s and 2000s, symbolizing a 'street-smart' but positive attitude. Younger professionals use 'git' to signal they are 'cool' bosses or colleagues, though it's still risky in very traditional companies. The variation 'Gitara siema' became a massive meme due to a viral video, making the phrase even more popular among Gen Z.
The 'Git' Nod
When saying 'jest git', a small, single downward nod makes you sound 100% more native.
Don't overdo it
Using 'git' in every sentence makes you sound like a teenager. Mix it with 'dobrze' or 'okej'.
Meaning
Everything is fine or good
The 'Git' Nod
When saying 'jest git', a small, single downward nod makes you sound 100% more native.
Don't overdo it
Using 'git' in every sentence makes you sound like a teenager. Mix it with 'dobrze' or 'okej'.
Gitara Siema
Use 'Gitara siema' only with very close friends as a joke; it's a bit of a 'meme' phrase.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'być git'.
Wczoraj na koncercie ______ ______.
'Wczoraj' (yesterday) requires the past tense.
Which response is the most natural for a friend saying 'Sorki za spóźnienie'?
Sorki za spóźnienie!
'Jest git' is a perfect casual way to accept an apology.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Idziemy na pizzę o 19? B: ________.
'Gitara' is a slang variation of 'git' used for agreement.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to tell your friend that your new job is okay.
It's the most natural casual way to describe a satisfactory situation.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
When to say 'Jest Git'
Friends
- • Texting
- • Parties
- • Gaming
Daily Life
- • Shopping
- • Coffee
- • Small talk
Practice Bank
4 exercisesWczoraj na koncercie ______ ______.
'Wczoraj' (yesterday) requires the past tense.
Sorki za spóźnienie!
'Jest git' is a perfect casual way to accept an apology.
A: Idziemy na pizzę o 19? B: ________.
'Gitara' is a slang variation of 'git' used for agreement.
You want to tell your friend that your new job is okay.
It's the most natural casual way to describe a satisfactory situation.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, but the word 'gitara' is used as a slang variation of 'git' because they sound similar.
Only if your boss is young and you have a very casual relationship. Otherwise, stick to 'wszystko w porządku'.
It's a playful, slightly silly way to say 'everything is great'. It's like saying 'cool beans' in English.
Not at all. It's just very informal.
No. 'Oni są git' (They are cool) or 'Te buty są git' (These shoes are cool). 'Git' stays the same.
Yes, it's a timeless piece of Polish slang that hasn't gone out of style since the 90s.
Yes! If someone asks how the pizza is, 'jest git' means it's good/satisfactory.
'Fajnie' is more 'nice/pleasant', while 'git' is more 'okay/cool/settled'.
Just 'git' or 'jest git'. Some people write 'gt' but it's less common.
Yes, it is universally understood from Gdańsk to Zakopane.
Related Phrases
spoko
synonymCool / Okay
w porządku
similarIn order / Fine
gitara siema
specialized formEverything's cool, hi!
lipa
contrastLame / Bad
