بار کج به منزل نمیرسد
bâr-e kaj be manzel nemiresad
A crooked load won't reach its destination
Bedeutung
Dishonest or wrong actions will not lead to a successful outcome.
Kultureller Hintergrund
This proverb is often cited in Iranian courtrooms and legal discussions to emphasize that justice will eventually catch up with fraud. In Dari Persian, the proverb is equally popular and is used to reinforce tribal and community trust. Tajik speakers use this to discourage corruption in public office. The concept of 'Rast-kardi' (Straight-acting) is the opposite of 'Bar-e kaj'. Classical poets like Rumi often contrast the two.
Use for 'I told you so'
It's a very satisfying way to tell someone their dishonest plan failed exactly as you predicted.
Don't over-explain
Iranians love brevity. Just saying 'Bar-e kaj...' is enough to make your point.
Bedeutung
Dishonest or wrong actions will not lead to a successful outcome.
Use for 'I told you so'
It's a very satisfying way to tell someone their dishonest plan failed exactly as you predicted.
Don't over-explain
Iranians love brevity. Just saying 'Bar-e kaj...' is enough to make your point.
Moral weight
Using this shows you have a deep understanding of Persian ethics and values.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
بار کج به _______ نمیرسد.
The standard word used in this proverb is 'Manzel'.
Which situation best fits the proverb?
A person cheats on their taxes and gets caught by the police.
The proverb is used for dishonest actions that lead to failure.
Choose the best response.
علی: 'من میخواهم با دروغ این کار را بگیرم.' رضا: '_______'
Reza is warning Ali that his dishonest plan will fail.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
3 Aufgabenبار کج به _______ نمیرسد.
The standard word used in this proverb is 'Manzel'.
A person cheats on their taxes and gets caught by the police.
The proverb is used for dishonest actions that lead to failure.
علی: 'من میخواهم با دروغ این کار را بگیرم.' رضا: '_______'
Reza is warning Ali that his dishonest plan will fail.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenWhile it aligns with Islamic and Zoroastrian values, it is a secular proverb used by everyone.
It's usually reserved for more significant acts of dishonesty that affect the outcome of a project or life path.
Literally 'destination' or 'home'. In the past, it was a stopping point for caravans.
Yes, very much so, especially when discussing social justice or business scandals.
No, it's a fixed proverb. Changing any word makes it no longer a proverb.
Not exactly, but 'Bar-e rast' (straight load) is the implied ideal behavior.
It sounds wise and classical, but not 'outdated'. It's a timeless classic.
Like the English word 'badge' but with a 'K' at the start: 'Kadj'.
Yes, if you are asked about your ethics or why you wouldn't cheat.
Using it for a physical accident instead of a moral one.
Yes, many Persian pop and traditional songs use it to talk about betrayal.
It has a natural meter (rhythm) that makes it easy to remember.
Verwandte Redewendungen
دروغگو کمحافظه است
similarA liar has a bad memory.
ماه پشت ابر نمیماند
similarThe moon won't stay behind the cloud.
از تو حرکت، از خدا برکت
contrastEffort from you, blessing from God.
آب پاکی روی دست کسی ریختن
specialized formTo tell someone the final (usually bad) truth.
