Signification
Good things come to those who wait.
Contexte culturel
In both regions, this proverb is often the first piece of 'wisdom' a child learns from their grandparents. It is deeply tied to the agricultural heritage of the land. The word 'Sabr' has deep spiritual roots in Sufism, which is very popular in Bengal. It refers to the patience required to reach spiritual enlightenment. The term 'Mewa' reflects the Mughal influence on Bengali cuisine, where nuts and dried fruits were added to festive dishes like Polao and Korma. In the fast-paced tech hubs of Dhaka and Kolkata, this proverb is sometimes used ironically to complain about slow bureaucracy.
Use it to sound like a native
If someone is complaining about a delay, just say 'সবুরে মেওয়া ফলে' with a smile. It immediately shows you understand Bengali culture.
Don't over-use it
If someone is in a real hurry for a valid reason, this can sound dismissive.
Signification
Good things come to those who wait.
Use it to sound like a native
If someone is complaining about a delay, just say 'সবুরে মেওয়া ফলে' with a smile. It immediately shows you understand Bengali culture.
Don't over-use it
If someone is in a real hurry for a valid reason, this can sound dismissive.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
সবুরে ______ ফলে।
The standard form of the proverb uses 'মেওয়া' (Mewa).
Which situation best fits the proverb 'সবুরে মেওয়া ফলে'?
রহিম খুব তাড়াতাড়ি বিরিয়ানি খেতে চায়, কিন্তু তার মা বললেন...
The proverb is used to encourage waiting for a better result, like a well-cooked meal.
Match the Bengali words to their English meanings in the context of the proverb.
Match the following:
These are the literal meanings of the components.
Complete the dialogue.
A: আমার নতুন ব্যবসা থেকে এখনো লাভ হচ্ছে না। B: চিন্তা করো না, ______।
The proverb is used to comfort someone whose business is growing slowly.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesসবুরে ______ ফলে।
The standard form of the proverb uses 'মেওয়া' (Mewa).
রহিম খুব তাড়াতাড়ি বিরিয়ানি খেতে চায়, কিন্তু তার মা বললেন...
The proverb is used to encourage waiting for a better result, like a well-cooked meal.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the literal meanings of the components.
A: আমার নতুন ব্যবসা থেকে এখনো লাভ হচ্ছে না। B: চিন্তা করো না, ______।
The proverb is used to comfort someone whose business is growing slowly.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsMewa refers to high-quality fruits, often dried fruits like almonds or raisins, which were historically expensive and rare.
While 'Sobur' has Islamic roots, the proverb is used by everyone in Bengal regardless of religion.
Yes, but it's better in a motivational context rather than a formal report.
The '-e' is a locative marker, meaning 'in' or 'through' patience.
Expressions liées
সবুর করা
builds onTo wait / To have patience
সবার ফল মিষ্টি হয়
synonymThe fruit of patience is sweet.
ধৈর্য ধরো
similarHave patience.
তড়িঘড়ি করা
contrastTo hurry/rush.
