Idioms of the World – Poland

Welcome back to our “Idioms of the World” series!

Ok, time for some Polish expressions!

Idiom – Nie mój cyrk, nie moje malpy
Meaning – Not my problem
English idiom – Not my problem

While more cryptic than just saying “not my problem”, the Polish expression “not my circus, not my monkeys” makes perfect sense, and is a lot more fun to say. Poland can offer a traveller some difficulties in terms of cultural customs – holding your thumbs means good luck, not crossing your fingers, for example. You’ll probably need a bit of luck, what with all those monkeys running around.

Thanks Hotel Club, for sharing these images, and Marcus Oakly for creating them.