المعنى
No one can know everything; humility is key.
خلفية ثقافية
In Pakistani social circles, using proverbs like this shows that you are 'ba-adab' (well-mannered). It is often used by parents to keep their children's egos in check. In the 'Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb' (syncretic culture), humility is a highly prized trait. This proverb is used across religious lines to promote social harmony. Sufism teaches that the 'Nafs' (ego) is the biggest hurdle to truth. This proverb is a tool to crush the ego's claim of being all-knowing. Modern startups in Lahore and Karachi are using this to encourage 'growth mindsets,' though they might pair it with English business terms.
Use it to be polite
If you don't know an answer, using this phrase makes you look wise rather than ignorant.
Don't over-use
If you say it too often, people might think you are avoiding responsibility or lack confidence.
المعنى
No one can know everything; humility is key.
Use it to be polite
If you don't know an answer, using this phrase makes you look wise rather than ignorant.
Don't over-use
If you say it too often, people might think you are avoiding responsibility or lack confidence.
The 'Ke' Connection
Always use 'ke' (that) before the proverb when embedding it in a sentence.
Elder Respect
This is a safe way to disagree with an elder without being disrespectful.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
ہمہ دانی ______ ہے۔
The standard proverb is 'Hama-dani aib hai' (All-knowingness is a fault).
Which situation is best suited for this proverb?
A friend is boasting that they know everything about world history and no one can teach them anything.
The proverb is used to critique arrogance and encourage humility.
Complete the dialogue.
احمد: میں اس مسئلے کا حل جانتا ہوں، مجھے کسی کی مدد کی ضرورت نہیں۔ سارہ: احمد، تھوڑی عاجزی دکھاؤ، یاد رکھو کہ ______۔
Sarah is reminding Ahmed to be humble in the face of his arrogance.
Match the phrase to the intent.
Using 'Hama-dani aib hai' in a job interview when you don't know an answer.
It signals that you recognize the limits of human knowledge.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Knowledge vs. Arrogance
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينہمہ دانی ______ ہے۔
The standard proverb is 'Hama-dani aib hai' (All-knowingness is a fault).
A friend is boasting that they know everything about world history and no one can teach them anything.
The proverb is used to critique arrogance and encourage humility.
احمد: میں اس مسئلے کا حل جانتا ہوں، مجھے کسی کی مدد کی ضرورت نہیں۔ سارہ: احمد، تھوڑی عاجزی دکھاؤ، یاد رکھو کہ ______۔
Sarah is reminding Ahmed to be humble in the face of his arrogance.
Using 'Hama-dani aib hai' in a job interview when you don't know an answer.
It signals that you recognize the limits of human knowledge.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةWhile it has spiritual roots in the idea that only God is all-knowing, today it is used as a secular social proverb by everyone.
Yes, but it might sound a bit formal. With close friends, it's often used jokingly when someone is acting too smart.
The opposite would be 'Inkisar' (humility) or 'Inkisar-e-nafsi'.
Yes, 'aib' always refers to a defect, flaw, or something shameful.
As a beginner, you can pronounce it like a normal 'a' sound. Native speakers will understand you perfectly.
You can, but it's not the proverb. 'Hama-dani aib hai' is the fixed, more powerful version.
Yes, it is widely understood and used by Urdu and Hindi speakers across the subcontinent.
No! It means you shouldn't *claim* to know everything. It actually encourages more study by keeping you humble.
Yes, it's very appropriate for a formal email when discussing the need for expert advice or collaboration.
'Hama-dani' is the noun (the state of knowing), 'Hama-dan' is the person (the knower). The proverb uses the noun.
عبارات ذات صلة
نیم حکیم خطرہ جان
similarA half-doctor is a danger to life.
علم کی کوئی انتہا نہیں
builds onThere is no end to knowledge.
عاجزی میں عظمت ہے
similarThere is greatness in humility.
تھتھلا چنا باجے گھنا
contrastAn empty vessel makes much noise.
