معنی
Think carefully before making a final decision.
زمینه فرهنگی
The number 7 is sacred in Uzbek culture (Yetti xazina, Yetti pir). Using it in this proverb adds a layer of spiritual authority to the advice. In ancient Samarkand and Bukhara, master-apprentice (Usta-shogird) relationships were the backbone of society. This proverb was a literal rule in workshops. Uzbek business culture is high-context. People prefer to build trust and 'measure' a partner many times before 'cutting' a deal. Decisions are rarely individual. 'Measuring' often means consulting with the family council (Kengash).
Use it to say 'No' politely
If someone is pressuring you into a deal, say 'Yetti o'lchab bir kesishim kerak' (I need to measure seven times). It sounds respectful while giving you time to think.
Don't over-measure
In modern Uzbek, people also say 'Ko'p o'ylagan - kech qolar' (He who thinks too much stays late). Balance the proverb with action!
معنی
Think carefully before making a final decision.
Use it to say 'No' politely
If someone is pressuring you into a deal, say 'Yetti o'lchab bir kesishim kerak' (I need to measure seven times). It sounds respectful while giving you time to think.
Don't over-measure
In modern Uzbek, people also say 'Ko'p o'ylagan - kech qolar' (He who thinks too much stays late). Balance the proverb with action!
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the missing words to complete the proverb.
Yetti ______, bir ______.
The standard form is 'Yetti o'lchab, bir kes'.
In which situation is this proverb MOST appropriate?
Situation: You are about to sign a contract for a new house.
Buying a house is a major, irreversible decision where caution is needed.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
A: Men bu ishni tezda tugatmoqchiman. B: Shoshma! Bu juda muhim, shuning uchun ______.
The phrase 'yetti o'lchab bir kesishing kerak' (you must measure seven times and cut once) fits the grammatical context of the sentence.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
3 تمرینهاYetti ______, bir ______.
The standard form is 'Yetti o'lchab, bir kes'.
Situation: You are about to sign a contract for a new house.
Buying a house is a major, irreversible decision where caution is needed.
A: Men bu ishni tezda tugatmoqchiman. B: Shoshma! Bu juda muhim, shuning uchun ______.
The phrase 'yetti o'lchab bir kesishing kerak' (you must measure seven times and cut once) fits the grammatical context of the sentence.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
سوالات متداول
2 سوالSeven is a symbolic number in many cultures, including Uzbek, representing completeness and perfection. It implies you've looked at the problem from every possible angle.
Yes, it shows you are a responsible and careful worker. It is a very professional thing to say.
عبارات مرتبط
Shoshilgan qolur
similarHe who hurries, stays behind.
Maslahatli osh tarqamas
builds onConsulted plov won't be wasted.
O'ylamay gapirgan og'rimay o'lar
contrastHe who speaks without thinking dies without being sick.
