pod jednym dachem
under one roof
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/pɔd ˈjɛdnɨm ˈdaxɛm/
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Cultural Note
This phrase describes multi-generational living, which is still common in Poland, especially in rural areas. Living 'pod jednym dachem' with parents or grandparents is viewed as both practical and culturally natural, though it can also be a source of family tension, especially with in-laws.
📝 Example Sentences
Trzy pokolenia mieszkają pod jednym dachem.
Three generations live under one roof.
Trudno żyć pod jednym dachem z teściową.
It's hard to live under one roof with one's mother-in-law.
Całe życie mieszkali pod jednym dachem.
They lived under one roof their whole lives.