Significado
Rushing often leads to mistakes and negative consequences.
Contexto cultural
In Iranian culture, tea is never rushed. If you try to drink hot tea too fast, someone will inevitably say this phrase to you. The phrase is equally popular in Dari-speaking regions of Afghanistan, often used by elders to instill discipline in youth. In Tajikistan, while the script is Cyrillic, the proverb remains a staple of moral education in schools.
Use it as a soft 'No'
If someone is pressuring you to make a decision, saying this phrase is a polite way to say 'I need more time to think' without being rude.
Don't over-use it
If you say this every time someone moves quickly, you might sound like a nagging grandparent.
Significado
Rushing often leads to mistakes and negative consequences.
Use it as a soft 'No'
If someone is pressuring you to make a decision, saying this phrase is a polite way to say 'I need more time to think' without being rude.
Don't over-use it
If you say this every time someone moves quickly, you might sound like a nagging grandparent.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the proverb.
عجله کار _______ است.
The proverb specifically identifies 'Sheytan' (the Devil) as the source of haste.
In which situation would you say this?
Your friend is driving 140km/h in a 60km/h zone.
This is a warning against dangerous speed.
Choose the best response.
A: 'I want to finish this 100-page book in one hour!' B: '________'
B is advising A to slow down to actually understand the book.
Which one is the formal version?
Which sentence is appropriate for a formal essay?
The use of 'ast' instead of the suffix '-eh' makes it formal.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosعجله کار _______ است.
The proverb specifically identifies 'Sheytan' (the Devil) as the source of haste.
Your friend is driving 140km/h in a 60km/h zone.
This is a warning against dangerous speed.
A: 'I want to finish this 100-page book in one hour!' B: '________'
B is advising A to slow down to actually understand the book.
Which sentence is appropriate for a formal essay?
The use of 'ast' instead of the suffix '-eh' makes it formal.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
3 preguntasIt has religious origins, but today it is used as a general piece of wisdom by everyone.
It's better to use the formal version 'Ajaleh kar-e sheytan ast' or avoid it unless you have a very friendly relationship.
There isn't a direct 'proverb' opposite, but 'Zood bash' (Hurry up) is the functional opposite.
Frases relacionadas
صبر ایوب
similarThe patience of Job.
دیر رسیدن بهتر از هرگز نرسیدن است
similarBetter late than never.
آسیاب به نوبت
builds onThe mill works in turns.
