Significado
Quality matters more than speed
Contexto cultural
In Nepal, the concept of 'Bistari' (slowly) is a way of life. Rushing is often seen as a sign of lack of composure. The Newar community of Kathmandu Valley is famous for intricate wood carving. This proverb is a mantra for their artisans. Teachers use this to discourage students from 'ratante' (rote learning) and encourage deep understanding. Even in the fast-paced tech world of Nepal, this proverb is used to justify 'Quality Assurance' (QA) phases.
Use it to justify delays
If you are late with an assignment in Nepal, using this proverb might actually make your teacher smile and be more forgiving.
Don't over-use
If you say this every time you are late, people will think you are just making excuses.
Significado
Quality matters more than speed
Use it to justify delays
If you are late with an assignment in Nepal, using this proverb might actually make your teacher smile and be more forgiving.
Don't over-use
If you say this every time you are late, people will think you are just making excuses.
The 'Kada' Slang
Remember that 'Kada' is very trendy right now. Saying 'Kada photo!' on Instagram is a huge compliment.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
ढिलो होस् तर ___ होस्।
The standard proverb uses 'कडा' (kada) to mean solid or high quality.
Which situation best fits this proverb?
When should you say 'Dhilo hos tara kada hos'?
The proverb is used to encourage quality over speed in creative or constructive tasks.
Match the Nepali words with their English meanings in the context of this proverb.
Match the following:
These are the four core components of the phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
A: म यो काम १० मिनेटमा सक्छु। B: हतार नगर्नुस्, ___।
Person B is advising Person A not to hurry and to focus on quality.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosढिलो होस् तर ___ होस्।
The standard proverb uses 'कडा' (kada) to mean solid or high quality.
When should you say 'Dhilo hos tara kada hos'?
The proverb is used to encourage quality over speed in creative or constructive tasks.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
These are the four core components of the phrase.
A: म यो काम १० मिनेटमा सक्छु। B: हतार नगर्नुस्, ___।
Person B is advising Person A not to hurry and to focus on quality.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIn this proverb, yes. However, it can also mean 'strict' (kada shikshak - strict teacher) or 'hard' (kada dhunga - hard stone).
Not usually. It's for tasks, results, or processes. For people, you might say someone is 'Dhiraj' (patient).
'Hunu' is the infinitive 'to be'. 'Hos' is the optative 'let it be'.
While Hindi has similar concepts, this specific phrasing is quintessentially Nepali.
Yes, if asked about your work ethic, saying you believe in 'Dhilo hos tara kada hos' shows you value quality.
Yes, it can mean 'slow' or 'late'.
Sometimes people just say 'Kada hos!' when they want something to be great.
It's a heavy 'D' sound with a puff of air, and your tongue should be curled back.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your younger brother.
'Hatar ko kaam latar patar' (Hasty work is messy work).
Frases relacionadas
हतारको काम लतारपतार
contrastHurried work is messy work.
ढिलो आए कडा आए
similarArrived late, but arrived with a bang (impressively).
बिस्तारै काम गर्ने, बलियो काम गर्ने
similarWork slowly, work strongly.
गुणस्तर नै ठूलो कुरा हो
builds onQuality is the big thing.
