Bedeutung
Time is very precious.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Gold is the most significant form of investment and dowry in Kerala. Comparing something to gold is the highest form of praise for its value. There is immense pressure on students to perform well. This proverb is often the 'motto' in study halls and schools. As Kerala moves towards a more tech-oriented economy (IT hubs in Kochi/Trivandrum), this proverb is being used to bridge traditional values with modern efficiency. The concept of 'Kalam' (Time) is often personified in Indian philosophy. While this proverb is secular, it aligns with the idea that time is a divine gift.
Use it for emphasis
Use this phrase when you want to sound wise or give serious advice. It carries more weight than just saying 'Hurry up'.
Don't over-use
If you say it every five minutes, you will sound like a nagging parent. Save it for moments that truly matter.
Bedeutung
Time is very precious.
Use it for emphasis
Use this phrase when you want to sound wise or give serious advice. It carries more weight than just saying 'Hurry up'.
Don't over-use
If you say it every five minutes, you will sound like a nagging parent. Save it for moments that truly matter.
The 'Pole' Suffix
Master the '-pole' suffix. You can use it with other things: 'Puli-pole' (like a tiger), 'Mazha-pole' (like rain).
Gold vs Money
Remember that in Kerala, gold is seen as more 'stable' and 'precious' than money. That's why the proverb uses gold.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
സമയം ________ പോലെയാണ്.
The traditional proverb uses 'Ponnu' (gold).
Which situation is most appropriate for this proverb?
When should you say 'Samayam ponnupoleyāṇŭ'?
The proverb is used to emphasize the value of time and discourage wasting it.
Complete the dialogue.
Teacher: 'പരീക്ഷയ്ക്ക് ഇനി പത്തു മിനിറ്റ് കൂടി മാത്രം.' Student: 'അയ്യോ, വേഗം എഴുതണം. ________.'
Using the proverb adds emphasis to the urgency.
Match the phrase to the intent.
Intent: To apologize for being late while respecting the other person's schedule.
This uses the proverb to show respect for the other person's time.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Time vs Gold
Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenസമയം ________ പോലെയാണ്.
The traditional proverb uses 'Ponnu' (gold).
When should you say 'Samayam ponnupoleyāṇŭ'?
The proverb is used to emphasize the value of time and discourage wasting it.
Teacher: 'പരീക്ഷയ്ക്ക് ഇനി പത്തു മിനിറ്റ് കൂടി മാത്രം.' Student: 'അയ്യോ, വേഗം എഴുതണം. ________.'
Using the proverb adds emphasis to the urgency.
Intent: To apologize for being late while respecting the other person's schedule.
This uses the proverb to show respect for the other person's time.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt can be used with friends, but often in a slightly joking or 'advice-giving' tone. It's not 'slang', but it's very common.
You can, and people will understand, but it sounds like you're reading from a textbook. 'Ponnu' is the natural, proverbial word.
There isn't a direct 'opposite' proverb, but 'Samayam kolluka' (to kill time) is the opposite action.
Yes, constantly! It's a staple in Malayalam cinema dialogues, especially in family dramas.
Yes, but it's also a term of endearment for children (like 'sweetie' or 'dear'). However, in this proverb, it strictly means the precious metal.
സമയം പൊന്നുപോലെയാണ്. (Sa-ma-yam Pon-nu-po-le-yaa-nu).
The meaning is A1, but using it correctly in conversation is usually A2 level.
Yes, it's appropriate for a formal email to emphasize the importance of a timeline.
Diamonds weren't historically as central to Kerala's economy or culture as gold was.
Sometimes people just say 'Samayam ponnaanu' (Time is gold), skipping the '-pole' (like).
Verwandte Redewendungen
സമയമാണ് ഏറ്റവും വലിയ സമ്പത്ത്
synonymTime is the greatest wealth.
പോയ സമയം തിരിച്ചു വരില്ല
builds onLost time will not return.
ആലസ്യം ആപത്താണ്
contrastLaziness is danger.
കാലം കഴിഞ്ഞ് പെയ്യുന്ന മഴ
specialized formRain that falls after the season is over.
