دندان اسب پیشکشی را نمیشمارند
dandan-e asb-e pishkeshi ra nemishomarand
Don't count the teeth of a gift horse
Signification
Don't look a gift horse in the mouth. Don't criticize a gift.
Contexte culturel
Gift giving is a major part of social life. This proverb is a standard way to teach children manners. The proverb is universal across Europe, reflecting shared agricultural history. Hospitality is key. Complaining about a gift is seen as an insult to the host's honor. The proverb is a classic example of how agricultural metaphors survive in modern urban life.
Context is key
Use this only when someone is being ungrateful.
Signification
Don't look a gift horse in the mouth. Don't criticize a gift.
Context is key
Use this only when someone is being ungrateful.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
دندان اسب __________ را نمیشمارند.
The proverb refers to a 'gifted' horse.
🎉 Score : /1
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesدندان اسب __________ را نمیشمارند.
The proverb refers to a 'gifted' horse.
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsخیر، اما اگر به کسی بگویید، یعنی او دارد بیادبی میکند.
Expressions liées
دستت درد نکنه
builds onMay your hand not hurt (Thank you).
