معنی
Returned empty-handed or having gained nothing after a long effort or endeavor.
زمینه فرهنگی
Proverbs (Amthal) are highly valued in Arab culture as a sign of wisdom and linguistic mastery. Using them correctly can significantly raise a speaker's social standing in formal gatherings. While 'عاد بخفي حنين' is understood, Egyptians often use 'خرج من المولد بلا حمص' (He left the festival without chickpeas) in daily life. It carries a more festive, local flavor. In the Levant, people might say 'رجع إيد لورا وإيد لقدام' (He returned with one hand behind and one in front), which visually describes someone walking with nothing in their hands. The story of Hunayn is recorded in 'Majma' al-Amthal' by Al-Maydani, one of the most famous collections of Arabic proverbs. It is studied by students of Arabic literature worldwide.
Master the Idafa
Remember that 'khuffay' is a dual noun. Dropping the 'nun' is the mark of an advanced student. If you say 'khuffayn Hunayn', you sound like a beginner.
Use in News
Look for this phrase in Al Jazeera or BBC Arabic headlines. It's the most common place to see it used in a modern context.
معنی
Returned empty-handed or having gained nothing after a long effort or endeavor.
Master the Idafa
Remember that 'khuffay' is a dual noun. Dropping the 'nun' is the mark of an advanced student. If you say 'khuffayn Hunayn', you sound like a beginner.
Use in News
Look for this phrase in Al Jazeera or BBC Arabic headlines. It's the most common place to see it used in a modern context.
Don't overdo it
Because it's a formal proverb, using it every time you forget your keys will make you sound like a cartoon character. Save it for real disappointments.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the proverb with the correct grammatical form.
سافر التاجر إلى بلاد بعيدة للتجارة، ولكنه خسر ماله وعاد ___ حنين.
The word must be in the dual genitive form 'khuffay' because the 'nun' is dropped due to Idafa (possession).
Which situation best fits the proverb 'عاد بخفي حنين'?
اختر الموقف المناسب:
The proverb is used for returning without achieving the goal.
Complete the dialogue using the proverb.
أحمد: هل حصلت على التوقيع من المدير؟ خالد: لا، للأسف ___.
This is the standard way to express failure in a formal/neutral dialogue.
What is the root of the verb 'عاد'?
ما هو جذر الفعل 'عاد'؟
The verb 'عاد' (to return) comes from the root 'Ayin-Waw-Dal' (Form I).
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاسافر التاجر إلى بلاد بعيدة للتجارة، ولكنه خسر ماله وعاد ___ حنين.
The word must be in the dual genitive form 'khuffay' because the 'nun' is dropped due to Idafa (possession).
اختر الموقف المناسب:
The proverb is used for returning without achieving the goal.
أحمد: هل حصلت على التوقيع من المدير؟ خالد: لا، للأسف ___.
This is the standard way to express failure in a formal/neutral dialogue.
ما هو جذر الفعل 'عاد'؟
The verb 'عاد' (to return) comes from the root 'Ayin-Waw-Dal' (Form I).
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالHunayn was a famous cobbler (shoemaker) from the city of Al-Hirah in ancient Iraq, known for his skill and his trickery in the famous story.
No, it is quite rare as a first name today, though it is recognized because of this proverb and the Battle of Hunayn in Islamic history.
Technically yes, but it would be a pun. Usually, it's used figuratively for any kind of failure.
Because it follows the preposition 'bi', it must be in the genitive case. For dual nouns, the genitive ending is 'ay' (after dropping the 'nun').
Yes, it is understood everywhere because it is part of the shared classical heritage, though local dialects have their own informal versions.
Yes, it's a very appropriate and slightly sophisticated way to describe failing an exam after studying hard.
No, this proverb is strictly for failure and disappointment.
The singular is 'khuff' (خف), which refers to a leather slipper or boot.
It is considered a 'mathal' (parable). Whether it happened exactly that way is less important than the lesson it teaches.
Yes, 'raja'a' (returned) and 'ada' (returned) are interchangeable in this phrase.
عبارات مرتبط
خرج من المولد بلا حمص
synonymLeft the festival without chickpeas.
رجع صفر اليدين
synonymReturned zero-handed.
قبض ريح
similarTo catch the wind.
كالباحث عن حتفه بظلفه
contrastLike one searching for his own death with his hoof.
