Significado
Children are often very similar to parents.
Contexto cultural
In traditional villages, your family's reputation (numele familiei) was everything. This proverb acted as a social rule: you were expected to uphold the 'trunk's' quality. Today, it's often used ironically on social media when children of celebrities show the same 'diva' behavior as their parents. Similar proverbs exist across the Balkans, reflecting a shared cultural emphasis on patriarchal lineage and the 'weight' of the father's character. Classic authors like Ion Creangă used this proverb to ground their characters in a specific social reality where destiny is tied to birth.
Use it as a compliment
It's a very safe and warm way to compliment a parent on their child's success.
Watch the tone
If you say it with a frown, it implies the child has inherited the parent's bad attitude.
Significado
Children are often very similar to parents.
Use it as a compliment
It's a very safe and warm way to compliment a parent on their child's success.
Watch the tone
If you say it with a frown, it implies the child has inherited the parent's bad attitude.
Shorten it
Native speakers often just say 'Așchia...' and nod. It sounds very natural.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
Așchia nu ____ departe de trunchi.
The verb 'a sări' (to jump/fly) is the standard verb used in this proverb.
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
Andrei is a great doctor, just like his father was.
This proverb is specifically used for inherited traits or professions.
What does 'așchia' literally mean?
Așchia means...
'Așchie' refers to a small fragment of wood that flies off when chopping.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Maria cântă la pian exact ca mama ei. B: Da, ____.
The proverb confirms the observation about Maria's inherited talent.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosAșchia nu ____ departe de trunchi.
The verb 'a sări' (to jump/fly) is the standard verb used in this proverb.
Andrei is a great doctor, just like his father was.
This proverb is specifically used for inherited traits or professions.
Așchia means...
'Așchie' refers to a small fragment of wood that flies off when chopping.
A: Maria cântă la pian exact ca mama ei. B: Da, ____.
The proverb confirms the observation about Maria's inherited talent.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes! Even though 'trunchi' is masculine, the proverb is gender-neutral and applies to any parent-child relationship.
Usually no, but it can be if you are talking about a negative trait. Context is key.
The most direct equivalent is 'The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.'
Yes, it's the standard word for a wood splinter or chip.
Yes, if a child looks exactly like a parent, you can use it.
Because when you chop wood, the chips 'jump' or fly off with force. It's more dynamic than just falling.
Very often. It's a staple of Romanian literature and folk tales.
Yes, it can skip a generation, though it's most common for parents and children.
It's neutral. You can use it with friends or in a semi-formal speech.
Yes, it's one of the most persistent proverbs in modern Romanian.
Frases relacionadas
Așa tată, așa fiu
synonymLike father, like son.
Ce naște din pisică, șoareci mănâncă
similarWhat is born of a cat will eat mice.
Sângele apă nu se face
relatedBlood does not become water.
Mărul nu cade departe de pom
similarThe apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
