Polish Expression · Intermediate
szkoła życia
school of hard knocks (source of an education consisting of real-world experiences, especially adverse experiences)
Pronunciation: /ˈʂkɔ.wa ˈʐɘ.t͡ɕa/
Meaning
school of hard knocks (source of an education consisting of real-world experiences, especially adverse experiences)
Example
Używam słowa "szkoła życia".
I use the word "szkoła życia".
Practice tips
- Practice szkoła życia 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 intermediate-level learners.