معنی
Refers to someone who refuses to acknowledge an obvious truth or reality.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Spain, this proverb is often used in political discussions to criticize 'fanatismo' (fanaticism) where supporters ignore their party's flaws. In Mexico, it's common to hear this in family contexts, especially regarding 'hijos consentidos' (spoiled children) whose parents ignore their bad behavior. Argentines often use this phrase with a touch of irony or 'sarcasmo' when someone is being particularly 'terco' (stubborn). The phrase is a staple in 'telenovelas' (soap operas) to highlight a character's tragic denial of a lover's betrayal.
The 'Resigned' Tone
When saying this, use a slightly downward intonation at the end and perhaps a small shrug. It conveys that you've given up trying to convince the person.
Don't use with strangers
This phrase can be seen as calling someone stubborn or foolish. Only use it with friends or when talking about a third person.
معنی
Refers to someone who refuses to acknowledge an obvious truth or reality.
The 'Resigned' Tone
When saying this, use a slightly downward intonation at the end and perhaps a small shrug. It conveys that you've given up trying to convince the person.
Don't use with strangers
This phrase can be seen as calling someone stubborn or foolish. Only use it with friends or when talking about a third person.
The 'Sordo' Alternative
If someone is ignoring your *advice* (verbal), 'No hay peor sordo que el que no quiere oír' is actually slightly more common and natural.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the proverb with the correct words.
No hay peor ______ que el que no quiere ______.
The standard form of the proverb uses 'ciego' (blind person) and 'ver' (to see).
Which situation best fits the proverb?
Marta's car is making a loud noise, but she says it's fine and refuses to take it to the mechanic.
Marta is ignoring an obvious problem, which is exactly what the proverb describes.
Complete the dialogue.
Juan: 'Mi jefe dice que la empresa va bien, pero no nos han pagado en dos meses.' Maria: 'Es increíble. ______.'
The boss is ignoring the financial reality of not being able to pay employees.
Match the phrase to the meaning.
Match 'No hay peor ciego que el que no quiere ver' with its definition.
The proverb refers to willful ignorance, not physical blindness.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
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بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاNo hay peor ______ que el que no quiere ______.
The standard form of the proverb uses 'ciego' (blind person) and 'ver' (to see).
Marta's car is making a loud noise, but she says it's fine and refuses to take it to the mechanic.
Marta is ignoring an obvious problem, which is exactly what the proverb describes.
Juan: 'Mi jefe dice que la empresa va bien, pero no nos han pagado en dos meses.' Maria: 'Es increíble. ______.'
The boss is ignoring the financial reality of not being able to pay employees.
Match 'No hay peor ciego que el que no quiere ver' with its definition.
The proverb refers to willful ignorance, not physical blindness.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
4 سوالIt can be. It implies the person is being intentionally ignorant. It's best used when venting to a third party about someone's stubbornness.
Technically yes, but it's much less common. Proverbs are usually 'frozen' in the masculine form as a general statement.
The closest equivalent is 'None so blind as those who will not see.'
Only informally between colleagues. You wouldn't say this to your boss in a meeting unless you wanted to get fired!
عبارات مرتبط
No hay peor sordo que el que no quiere oír
synonymNone so deaf as those who will not hear.
Tapar el sol con un dedo
similarTo try to hide something very obvious.
Ojos que no ven, corazón que no siente
contrastOut of sight, out of mind.
Caerse la venda de los ojos
builds onTo finally see the truth (the blindfold falls).
