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Etymology edit

Literally, navel of the world. Compare Russian пуп земли́ (pup zemlí), French nombril du monde.

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈpɛm.pɛk ˈɕfja.ta/
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  • Rhymes: -ata

Noun edit

pępek świata m inan

  1. (derogatory) cat's pyjamas, center of the universe, the bee's knees (someone who considers themselves very important)
  2. navel of the world (something considered of the utmost importance)

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