درخت هر چه پربارتر، سَرش پایینتر
drkht hr chh prbartr srsh payyntr
The more fruit a tree bears, the lower its head
Bedeutung
Truly knowledgeable or successful people tend to be humble and modest.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Humility is considered one of the highest virtues in Iranian culture, often linked to the concept of 'Javanmardi' (chivalry/nobility of character). The proverb is a staple of 'Adab' literature, which aims to teach moral conduct through beautiful language. In Sufi thought, the 'head down' represents the heart's focus on the divine rather than the worldly ego. Even in modern tech startups in Tehran, 'servant leadership' is often praised using this traditional proverb.
Use it as a compliment
If you want to deeply impress an Iranian elder or teacher, use this to describe them. It shows you value their character and know their literature.
Don't use it for yourself
Saying 'I am like the fruitful tree' sounds very arrogant—the exact opposite of the proverb's meaning! Let others say it about you.
Bedeutung
Truly knowledgeable or successful people tend to be humble and modest.
Use it as a compliment
If you want to deeply impress an Iranian elder or teacher, use this to describe them. It shows you value their character and know their literature.
Don't use it for yourself
Saying 'I am like the fruitful tree' sounds very arrogant—the exact opposite of the proverb's meaning! Let others say it about you.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb with the correct words.
درخت هر چه _______، سرش _______.
The proverb specifically uses 'porbārtar' (more fruitful) and 'pāyintar' (lower).
Which situation best fits this proverb?
In which scenario would you use 'درخت هر چه پربارتر، سرش پایینتر'?
The proverb describes someone with great 'fruit' (knowledge/fame) who remains humble (bowing to help a child).
Complete the dialogue.
سارا: 'با اینکه علی رتبه اول دانشگاه شده، اصلا پز نمیده.' مریم: 'آره، واقعا _______.'
The context is about someone successful who doesn't show off, which is the exact meaning of this proverb.
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The Tree of Character
Aufgabensammlung
3 Aufgabenدرخت هر چه _______، سرش _______.
The proverb specifically uses 'porbārtar' (more fruitful) and 'pāyintar' (lower).
In which scenario would you use 'درخت هر چه پربارتر، سرش پایینتر'?
The proverb describes someone with great 'fruit' (knowledge/fame) who remains humble (bowing to help a child).
سارا: 'با اینکه علی رتبه اول دانشگاه شده، اصلا پز نمیده.' مریم: 'آره، واقعا _______.'
The context is about someone successful who doesn't show off, which is the exact meaning of this proverb.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenNot directly, but it aligns perfectly with Islamic and Sufi values of humility. It is used by everyone, regardless of religion.
Yes, it's often used by parents to teach children not to brag about their grades or toys.
It literally means 'full of load'. In the context of a tree, that load is fruit. Figuratively, it's knowledge or success.
Sometimes people just say 'درخت پربار' (fruitful tree) to imply the whole proverb.
Verwandte Redewendungen
خاکی بودن
similarTo be down-to-earth.
افتادگی آموز اگر طالب فیضی
builds onLearn humility if you want to receive grace.
طبل تهی بلندآواز میشود
contrastThe empty drum makes the loudest noise.
خودش را گرفتن
contrastTo act snobbish/proud.
