motylki w brzuchu
butterflies in the stomach
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/mɔˈtɨlki v ˈbʐuxu/
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Cultural Note
This idiom works the same way in Polish as in English. It's very commonly used among young Poles, especially when describing the early excitement of a new relationship. Some Poles also use the expression 'serce mi mocniej bije' (my heart beats faster) for the same feeling.
📝 Example Sentences
Kiedy go widzę, mam motylki w brzuchu.
When I see him, I get butterflies in my stomach.
Czy nadal masz motylki w brzuchu, kiedy się spotykamy?
Do you still get butterflies when we meet?