المعنى
It's preferable to be by oneself than with negative influences.
خلفية ثقافية
In Spain, this is a very common piece of advice given by parents to children when they start going out with new friends. In Mexico, this is often used in the context of 'juntas' (groups), warning against the influence of peers who might lead one into trouble. Argentines often use the variation 'mejor solo que mal acompañado' in casual, everyday conversation. Used frequently in Colombia to emphasize the value of 'tranquilidad' (peace) over social obligation.
Use it as a shield
This is a great phrase to use when you need to politely decline an invitation without explaining too much.
Don't over-explain
The proverb is powerful on its own. You don't need to add a long explanation after saying it.
المعنى
It's preferable to be by oneself than with negative influences.
Use it as a shield
This is a great phrase to use when you need to politely decline an invitation without explaining too much.
Don't over-explain
The proverb is powerful on its own. You don't need to add a long explanation after saying it.
Learn the variation
Memorizing 'Más vale solo que mal acompañado' will make you sound more like a native speaker.
It's a classic
Every native speaker knows this. Using it shows you have a good grasp of Spanish culture.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the proverb.
Más vale estar solo que en ______ compañía.
The proverb specifically warns against 'mala' (bad) company.
Choose the situation where this proverb is appropriate.
When should you use this proverb?
It is used to justify setting boundaries against negative influences.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: '¿Por qué no vienes a la fiesta?' You: 'No me gusta la gente de ahí. ______.'
This is the most natural way to explain your choice based on the proverb.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Más vale estar solo que en mala compañía.
This is the direct meaning of the proverb.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينMás vale estar solo que en ______ compañía.
The proverb specifically warns against 'mala' (bad) company.
When should you use this proverb?
It is used to justify setting boundaries against negative influences.
Friend: '¿Por qué no vienes a la fiesta?' You: 'No me gusta la gente de ahí. ______.'
This is the most natural way to explain your choice based on the proverb.
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
This is the direct meaning of the proverb.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةIt can be, if said directly to someone. It's better used to explain your own choices to a third party.
It's a bit informal for a professional email, but fine for a friendly one.
Yes, they mean the same thing and are interchangeable in most contexts.
Because it refers to a temporary state of being in a specific company.
Absolutely, it's very common in that context.
No, it's neutral.
This proverb is about choosing quality, not about being alone forever.
Yes, it's universally understood.
Yes, 'Más vale solo' is sometimes used.
Like the 'ny' in 'canyon'.
It's a 'refrán', which is a traditional, folk proverb.
Be careful, it might sound like you don't like them.
عبارات ذات صلة
Dime con quién andas y te diré quién eres
builds onTell me who you walk with and I'll tell you who you are.
Más vale prevenir que curar
similarBetter to prevent than to cure.
Estar en buena compañía
contrastTo be in good company.
Malas juntas
similarBad company/bad crowd.
