Polish Expression · Advanced
mieć sztywny kark
have a stiff neck
Pronunciation: mieć sztywny kark
Meaning
A natural Polish expression used to convey: have a stiff neck.
Example
Po podróży mam sztywny kark.
I have a stiff neck after the journey.
Practice tips
- Practice mieć sztywny kark out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Polish expression is for advanced-level learners.