على قدر أهل العزم تأتي العزائم
ala qadr ahl al'azm ta'ti al'azaim
Efforts match ambitions
Signification
One's achievements and resolve are proportional to their determination and aspirations.
Contexte culturel
This phrase is a point of pride and is often taught in schools as the pinnacle of Arabic wisdom and poetic strength. Because Al-Mutanabbi was from this region and lived in Aleppo, there is a strong local connection to his poetry. The 'Azm' concept is heavily used in modern Gulf branding to signify a shift from oil-dependency to a knowledge-based economy driven by 'will'. While Egyptians love their local proverbs, they use this classical one in formal media and graduation speeches to add a layer of 'Fakhama' (grandeur).
Use the full verse
If you want to really impress, learn the second half: 'وتعظم في عين الصغير صغارها، وتصغر في عين العظيم العظائم'.
Don't over-use
Because it is very formal, using it too often in casual chat can make you seem arrogant or out of touch.
Signification
One's achievements and resolve are proportional to their determination and aspirations.
Use the full verse
If you want to really impress, learn the second half: 'وتعظم في عين الصغير صغارها، وتصغر في عين العظيم العظائم'.
Don't over-use
Because it is very formal, using it too often in casual chat can make you seem arrogant or out of touch.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
على قدر أهل ____ تأتي العزائم.
'العزم' (Resolve) is the key word that defines the people mentioned in the proverb.
In which situation is this phrase MOST appropriate?
متى نستخدم 'على قدر أهل العزم تأتي العزائم'؟
The phrase is used for high ambitions and significant life goals.
Match the word to its meaning in the context of the proverb.
صل الكلمة بمعناها:
Understanding these components is key to grasping the full poetic meaning.
Complete the dialogue with the proverb.
أحمد: 'أشعر أن هذا المشروع مستحيل.' سارة: 'لا تقل ذلك، تذكر دائماً أن ________.'
This is the most fitting motivational response for a difficult project.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesعلى قدر أهل ____ تأتي العزائم.
'العزم' (Resolve) is the key word that defines the people mentioned in the proverb.
متى نستخدم 'على قدر أهل العزم تأتي العزائم'؟
The phrase is used for high ambitions and significant life goals.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Understanding these components is key to grasping the full poetic meaning.
أحمد: 'أشعر أن هذا المشروع مستحيل.' سارة: 'لا تقل ذلك، تذكر دائماً أن ________.'
This is the most fitting motivational response for a difficult project.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsNo, it is purely literary and philosophical, though it aligns with many Islamic values regarding hard work.
Yes, if you are congratulating someone on a big achievement like a wedding or a new job.
'Irada' is the simple desire or will to do something. 'Azm' is a much stronger, firmer resolution to follow through.
Expressions liées
من جد وجد
similarHe who strives, finds.
همة تنطح السحاب
builds onAmbition that butts the clouds.
ما استعصى على قلب لبيب
similarNothing is too difficult for a wise heart.
