B2 Proverb خنثی

het is niet al goud wat er blinkt

not everything that glitters is gold

معنی

Things are not always as good as they seem.

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زمینه فرهنگی

The Dutch are known for being direct. Using this proverb is a socially acceptable way to be direct without being rude. In Flanders, this proverb is used similarly, often with a slightly more cautious tone. This proverb is a shared cultural heritage across Western Europe, rooted in medieval trade. In international business contexts, this proverb is understood by many as a universal warning.

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Use it as a warning

It's best used when you want to give advice to someone who is being too optimistic.

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Dutch directness

Dutch people appreciate this kind of wisdom. It shows you understand their culture.

معنی

Things are not always as good as they seem.

💡

Use it as a warning

It's best used when you want to give advice to someone who is being too optimistic.

💬

Dutch directness

Dutch people appreciate this kind of wisdom. It shows you understand their culture.

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the missing word.

Het is niet al goud wat er ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: blinkt

The proverb specifically uses the verb 'blinken' (to shine/glitter).

Which situation is appropriate for this proverb?

When should you use 'Het is niet al goud wat er blinkt'?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: When you are skeptical about a deal.

The proverb is a warning against deceptive appearances.

Match the Dutch phrase to its meaning.

Match: Het is niet al goud wat er blinkt.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: B

The proverb warns that things are not always as good as they seem.

Complete the dialogue.

Friend: 'This house is so cheap!' You: 'Be careful, ______.'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: het is niet al goud wat er blinkt

This is the correct proverb to express caution.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the missing word. جای خالی A2

Het is niet al goud wat er ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: blinkt

The proverb specifically uses the verb 'blinken' (to shine/glitter).

Which situation is appropriate for this proverb? Choose B1

When should you use 'Het is niet al goud wat er blinkt'?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: When you are skeptical about a deal.

The proverb is a warning against deceptive appearances.

Match the Dutch phrase to its meaning. Match A2

هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: B

The proverb warns that things are not always as good as they seem.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B2

Friend: 'This house is so cheap!' You: 'Be careful, ______.'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: het is niet al goud wat er blinkt

This is the correct proverb to express caution.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

3 سوال

Yes, but it's better in a conversation or a more reflective piece of writing.

No, it's a metaphor for anything that seems valuable.

It's a stylistic particle common in Dutch proverbs.

عبارات مرتبط

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Schijn bedriegt

similar

Appearances deceive.

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Eerst zien, dan geloven

similar

See it first, then believe it.

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Een kat in de zak kopen

similar

To buy a pig in a poke.

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Gouden bergen beloven

contrast

To promise golden mountains.

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