Bedeutung
Good things come to those who wait.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Finland, patience is linked to the concept of 'Sisu'. It is not just waiting; it is enduring with a purpose. Finns often view those who complain while waiting as lacking character. Similar to Finland, Japan values 'Ganbaru' (doing one's best/enduring). The proverb 'Ishi no ue ni mo sannen' mirrors the Finnish sentiment of long-term commitment. In the US, there is often more emphasis on 'hustle' and 'making things happen.' While the proverb exists, it is sometimes seen as a bit passive compared to 'the squeaky wheel gets the grease.' Patience (Sabr) is one of the most important virtues in Islam and Middle Eastern cultures, often seen as a spiritual test that leads to divine reward.
Use it for support
This is the best phrase to use when a friend is complaining about a slow process. It shows you are listening and supportive.
Don't use it for laziness
Finns distinguish between 'waiting for the right moment' and 'being lazy.' Don't use this to justify procrastination.
Bedeutung
Good things come to those who wait.
Use it for support
This is the best phrase to use when a friend is complaining about a slow process. It shows you are listening and supportive.
Don't use it for laziness
Finns distinguish between 'waiting for the right moment' and 'being lazy.' Don't use this to justify procrastination.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
Kärsivällisyys __________.
The standard form of the proverb uses the passive voice 'palkitaan'.
In which situation would you most likely say 'Kärsivällisyys palkitaan'?
Choose the best context:
This is a long-term goal where waiting is necessary and the outcome is a reward.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Olen opiskellut suomea kaksi vuotta, enkä vieläkään osaa kaikkea.' B: 'Älä huoli, ________.'
This is the natural way to encourage a language learner.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
3 AufgabenKärsivällisyys __________.
The standard form of the proverb uses the passive voice 'palkitaan'.
Choose the best context:
This is a long-term goal where waiting is necessary and the outcome is a reward.
A: 'Olen opiskellut suomea kaksi vuotta, enkä vieläkään osaa kaikkea.' B: 'Älä huoli, ________.'
This is the natural way to encourage a language learner.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Häufig gestellte Fragen
2 FragenWhile it has roots in religious virtues, today it is used in a completely secular way by everyone.
Yes, it's very common in texts, often followed by a 'hang in there' emoji like 💪 or ⏳.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Hiljaa hyvää tulee
synonymSlowly/quietly comes good.
Aika parantaa haavat
similarTime heals wounds.
Sopu sijaa antaa
similarHarmony makes room.
Ei Roomaakaan päivässä rakennettu
similarRome wasn't built in a day.
