Signification
Patience is rewarded
Contexte culturel
In Dalmatia, this proverb is often linked to the concept of 'pomalo' (slowly/take it easy). It's a lifestyle choice to not rush things. In the capital, it's often used ironically when dealing with the city's notorious traffic or slow administrative processes. Related to the long cycles of farming and the patience required for a good harvest or for meat to cure (like kulen). Often used in the context of winemaking and truffle hunting, both of which require immense patience.
Use it for comfort
It's the best thing to say to a friend who is stressed about a long process.
Don't overdo it
If someone is really angry about a delay, this might annoy them more!
Signification
Patience is rewarded
Use it for comfort
It's the best thing to say to a friend who is stressed about a long process.
Don't overdo it
If someone is really angry about a delay, this might annoy them more!
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing verb in the proverb.
Tko čeka, _______.
The proverb uses the perfective form 'dočeka' to show the result of waiting.
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
Marko is frustrated because his tomato plants haven't grown after only three days.
This proverb is used to encourage patience when waiting for natural processes or results.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Već tri sata čekam u redu za koncert!' B: 'Smiri se, _______.'
The context is waiting in a line, so the patience proverb is best.
Which verb form is perfective?
Identify the perfective verb in the proverb 'Tko čeka, dočeka'.
The prefix 'do-' makes the verb 'dočekati' perfective.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesTko čeka, _______.
The proverb uses the perfective form 'dočeka' to show the result of waiting.
Marko is frustrated because his tomato plants haven't grown after only three days.
This proverb is used to encourage patience when waiting for natural processes or results.
A: 'Već tri sata čekam u redu za koncert!' B: 'Smiri se, _______.'
The context is waiting in a line, so the patience proverb is best.
Identify the perfective verb in the proverb 'Tko čeka, dočeka'.
The prefix 'do-' makes the verb 'dočekati' perfective.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, or even at work.
You can, but it won't be a 'proverb' anymore. It will just be a statement.
'Čeka' is the process of waiting. 'Dočeka' is the successful end of that waiting.
Expressions liées
Strpljen, spašen
synonymThe patient one is saved.
Sve u svoje vrijeme
similarEverything in its own time.
Tiha voda brijeg roni
similarQuiet water erodes the hill.
Ispeci pa reci
contrastBake it, then say it (Think before you speak).
