Signification
One's home reveals their character.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'Ojakhi' (family/home) is central to Georgian identity. A well-kept home is seen as a sign of a 'vazrdili' (well-bred) person. Similar proverbs exist across the Caucasus, emphasizing that hospitality and domestic order are the primary measures of a person's honor. In cities like Tbilisi, this proverb is now applied to digital spaces, such as how someone organizes their computer files or social media. Classic writers like Ilia Chavchavadze used the 'nest' metaphor to describe the state of the Georgian nation and its people.
Use the '-o' particle
Always add '-o' at the end (იცნობაო) to sound like a native speaker quoting wisdom.
Don't be too judgmental
While the proverb is common, using it to criticize someone directly can be seen as rude. Use it as a general observation.
Signification
One's home reveals their character.
Use the '-o' particle
Always add '-o' at the end (იცნობაო) to sound like a native speaker quoting wisdom.
Don't be too judgmental
While the proverb is common, using it to criticize someone directly can be seen as rude. Use it as a general observation.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
ჩიტი _______ იცნობა.
'ბუდეში' (in the nest) is the traditional word used in this proverb.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'ჩიტი ბუდეში იცნობა'?
Select the correct scenario:
The proverb relates to how one's home environment (the 'nest') reflects their character.
Choose the correct verb form for the proverb.
ჩიტი ბუდეში _______.
The proverb requires the passive present form 'იცნობა' (is known).
Complete the dialogue.
A: ნახე, როგორი სისუფთავეა ნინოსთან? B: ჰო, მართალია, _______.
Since they are talking about a person's home (Nino's place), the 'bird/nest' proverb is the most appropriate.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesჩიტი _______ იცნობა.
'ბუდეში' (in the nest) is the traditional word used in this proverb.
Select the correct scenario:
The proverb relates to how one's home environment (the 'nest') reflects their character.
ჩიტი ბუდეში _______.
The proverb requires the passive present form 'იცნობა' (is known).
A: ნახე, როგორი სისუფთავეა ნინოსთან? B: ჰო, მართალია, _______.
Since they are talking about a person's home (Nino's place), the 'bird/nest' proverb is the most appropriate.
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Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, but often ironically or when discussing roommates and dating. It's a very 'living' proverb.
Absolutely. Any personal space that a person is responsible for can be called their 'nest' in this context.
'იცნობა' implies the process of recognition (is recognized), while 'ცნობილია' means 'is famous/well-known'.
Expressions liées
ხე ნაყოფით იცნობა
similarA tree is known by its fruit.
კაცი საქმით იცნობა
similarA man is known by his deeds.
სახლი პატრონის სარკეა
synonymA house is the owner's mirror.
