Translation of Polish word "ściema" to English
ściema
/ˈɕt͡ɕɛma/
Meaning
NounThe terrain and conditions surrounding the ball before it is struck.
How to use
Ściema ('lie / bullshit / cover-up') is feminine slang. Bez ściemy — No bullshit / Seriously.
🇬🇧 English
lie/bs
Structure Guide
Polish Word: ściema
Translation: lie/bs
Example Sentences
Sędzia sprawdził ściemę, zanim rzucił piłkę.
The referee checked the lie of the land before throwing the ball.
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Common phrases
- zwykła ściema— mere cover-up / lie
- bez ściemy— no bs / seriously
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Frequency rank: #1473 in Polish
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What does the Polish word "ściema" mean?▼
The Polish word "ściema" means "lie/bs" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Sędzia sprawdził ściemę, zanim rzucił piłkę.".
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