suszyć zęby

Polish

Etymology

Literally "to dry one's teeth", from showing teeth during a wide smile.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈsu.ʂɨt͡ɕ ˈzɛm.bɨ/

Verb

suszyć zęby impf

  1. (idiomatic, colloquial, derogatory) to smile or grin excessively

Usage notes

Implies a degree of mindlessness.

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