Significado
Success comes to those who try
Contexto cultural
The proverb is often linked to the 'underdog' mentality. Croatians love stories of small individuals or teams beating giants through courage. In coastal regions, this is tied to the history of sailors and fishermen who faced the dangerous 'Bura' wind. The phrase was used by the 'Uskoks' of Senj, legendary pirates/soldiers who fought the Ottomans and Venetians. In Zagreb's growing tech scene, this is a common 'mantra' for young entrepreneurs.
Use it for support
This is the best phrase to use when a friend is doubting themselves. It sounds very natural and supportive.
Watch the ending
Make sure to say 'hrabre' (plural) and not 'hrabar' (singular) to keep the proverb's rhythm.
Significado
Success comes to those who try
Use it for support
This is the best phrase to use when a friend is doubting themselves. It sounds very natural and supportive.
Watch the ending
Make sure to say 'hrabre' (plural) and not 'hrabar' (singular) to keep the proverb's rhythm.
The 'Dišpet' connection
If you use this phrase when someone is doing something out of 'dišpet' (defiance), you will sound like a native.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word in the proverb.
Sreća prati _______.
The proverb uses the accusative plural form 'hrabre'.
In which situation is it most appropriate to say 'Sreća prati hrabre'?
Choose the best scenario:
The phrase is used to encourage taking a risk for a potential reward.
Which verb is used in the standard version of this proverb?
Sreća _______ hrabre.
'Prati' (follows/accompanies) is the traditional verb used.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Mislim da neću uspjeti na ispitu.' B: 'Pokušaj, nikad se ne zna. _________!'
It is the only logical motivational response.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosSreća prati _______.
The proverb uses the accusative plural form 'hrabre'.
Choose the best scenario:
The phrase is used to encourage taking a risk for a potential reward.
Sreća _______ hrabre.
'Prati' (follows/accompanies) is the traditional verb used.
A: 'Mislim da neću uspjeti na ispitu.' B: 'Pokušaj, nikad se ne zna. _________!'
It is the only logical motivational response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNot at all! It is used daily in sports, business, and casual conversation.
Yes, 'hrabre' is a plural form that covers all genders.
No, it implies that bravery is the prerequisite for luck to appear.
Not a direct one, but 'Samo jako!' (Just strong/Go hard!) is a modern slang equivalent.
You can, but it's no longer the proverb. It sounds like a normal sentence.
Yes, it's very common in journalism and speeches.
There isn't a direct opposite proverb, but 'Tko se boji, taj ne postoji' (He who is afraid doesn't exist) is close.
Yes, especially on social media as a motivational hashtag.
No, in Croatian, the 'h' is always pronounced clearly.
It's better for encouragement before an event, but can be used after to justify their success.
Frases relacionadas
Tko ne riskira, ne profitira
similarHe who doesn't risk, doesn't profit.
Odvažnima sreća pomaže
synonymLuck helps the daring.
Sreća prati budale
contrastLuck follows fools.
Budi hrabar
builds onBe brave.
Sreća je prevrtljiva
contrastLuck is fickle.
