IdiomFood & Drink
Polish
PolishByć nie w sosie
Meaning: To be in a bad mood.
Literally: To be out of the sauce
Example: “Szef jest dziś nie w sosie, lepiej go nie pytać o urlop.” — The boss got up on the wrong side of the bed today; better not ask about vacation.
English equivalent: To get up on the wrong side of the bed
Origin: "Out of the sauce": in a bad mood, not quite oneself. The phrase is colloquial Polish, and its origin is not documented. French has a similar kitchen picture for being out of sorts, ne pas être dans son assiette (not to be in one's plate).
Equivalents in other languages
French: Se lever du pied gauche Literally: To get up on the left foot
Finnish: Olla pipo kireällä Literally: To have your beanie on tight
English: get up on the wrong side of the bed
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