المعنى
Don't take undue advantage of someone's goodness.
خلفية ثقافية
In rural Maharashtra, soil quality is a frequent topic of conversation. This proverb reflects the deep connection between the farmer and his land, where 'softness' is a virtue to be respected, not exploited. Famous authors like P.L. Deshpande often used such proverbs to describe the middle-class 'Sajjan' (gentleman) who gets bullied by more aggressive characters. In modern Indian offices, this proverb is often used in HR training or informal mentorship to discuss 'assertiveness' and 'workplace boundaries.' In the traditional Indian joint family system, the 'quiet daughter-in-law' or 'obedient son' is often the 'Mau' target. Elders use this proverb to keep the balance of power.
Use it for boundaries
This is the most polite way in Marathi to tell someone they are being a bully or a parasite without using those harsh words.
Don't over-use
Since it's a proverb, using it too often can make you sound like an old schoolteacher. Save it for moments of genuine social friction.
المعنى
Don't take undue advantage of someone's goodness.
Use it for boundaries
This is the most polite way in Marathi to tell someone they are being a bully or a parasite without using those harsh words.
Don't over-use
Since it's a proverb, using it too often can make you sound like an old schoolteacher. Save it for moments of genuine social friction.
The 'Elbow' imagery
When you say 'koprane', you can slightly touch your elbow to add a visual emphasis to your speech.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the proverb with the correct body part.
मऊ सापडले म्हणून _______ खणू नये.
The proverb specifically uses 'kopar' (elbow) to signify a crude and painful way of digging.
Which situation best fits the proverb?
Situation: Your friend always lets you borrow his bike, so you decide to take it without asking today.
This situation involves taking advantage of a friend's consistent kindness.
Choose the best response for Speaker B.
Speaker A: 'तो नवीन कर्मचारी खूप शांत आहे, आपण आपलं सगळं काम त्याला देऊया.' Speaker B: 'नाही, हे चुकीचं आहे. _________.'
Speaker B is warning against exploiting the quiet nature of the new employee.
What does 'मऊ' (Mau) represent in this proverb?
In the figurative sense, 'मऊ' refers to:
The proverb uses 'soft' as a metaphor for a person's temperament.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينमऊ सापडले म्हणून _______ खणू नये.
The proverb specifically uses 'kopar' (elbow) to signify a crude and painful way of digging.
Situation: Your friend always lets you borrow his bike, so you decide to take it without asking today.
This situation involves taking advantage of a friend's consistent kindness.
Speaker A: 'तो नवीन कर्मचारी खूप शांत आहे, आपण आपलं सगळं काम त्याला देऊया.' Speaker B: 'नाही, हे चुकीचं आहे. _________.'
Speaker B is warning against exploiting the quiet nature of the new employee.
In the figurative sense, 'मऊ' refers to:
The proverb uses 'soft' as a metaphor for a person's temperament.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, it is considered a piece of wisdom. However, the person you say it to might feel embarrassed because you are calling out their behavior.
Only if you have a very close and respectful relationship. Otherwise, it might sound like you are lecturing them.
There isn't a direct opposite proverb, but 'शठं प्रति शाठ्यम्' (Behave with a wicked person as they deserve) is a related concept about not being 'Mau' in the first place.
In this proverb, yes. In other contexts, it can mean soft (like a pillow) or fluffy (like a dog's fur).
It's a metaphor for using a crude, inappropriate tool just because the task seems easy. It highlights the lack of respect for the object being dug.
Hindi has similar concepts like 'उंगली पकड़कर पहुँचा पकड़ना', but this specific 'elbow and soft soil' imagery is unique to Marathi.
Yes, it's a very common way for parents to teach children not to trouble their younger siblings or pets.
Both are correct. 'Sapadle' means 'found', 'Lagle' means 'felt'. 'Sapadle' is more common in written Marathi.
It is B1. You need to understand the metaphorical shift from physical digging to social behavior.
Yes, proverbs are highly valued in Marathi formal writing and speeches.
عبارات ذات صلة
बोट दाखवलं की हात गिळणे
similarTo swallow the whole hand when shown a finger.
अति तिथे माती
builds onExcess of anything leads to ruin.
गरज सरो आणि वैद्य मरो
contrastOnce the need is over, the doctor is forgotten.
दुबळ्याचे गाई-गुरे देव राखतो
contrastGod protects the cattle of the weak.
