Signification
Emotional pain fades over time.
Contexte culturel
Latvians are known for their 'viensētnieka gars' (solitary farmstead spirit), which emphasizes self-reliance and quiet endurance. This proverb perfectly encapsulates that spirit. Across the Baltics (Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia), there is a shared history of occupation. This proverb is often used in a collective sense to describe national recovery. In the age of social media, this proverb is frequently used in 'wellness' and 'mental health' circles in Latvia, often accompanied by nature photography. While the proverb itself is international, it resonates with the Latvian belief in 'Likteņa lēmums' (the decision of Fate), where time is the medium through which fate works.
Use it for empathy
If you don't know what to say to someone who is hurting, this is the safest and most respected phrase in Latvian.
Don't be too literal
Avoid using this if someone has a fresh physical injury; they might think you're being sarcastic about not helping them.
Signification
Emotional pain fades over time.
Use it for empathy
If you don't know what to say to someone who is hurting, this is the safest and most respected phrase in Latvian.
Don't be too literal
Avoid using this if someone has a fresh physical injury; they might think you're being sarcastic about not helping them.
Future Tense Variation
Using 'Laiks dziedēs' (Future) sounds more like a personal promise of support than the general present tense 'dziedē'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word in the proverb.
Laiks ______ visas brūces.
'Dziedē' means 'heals', which is the core action of the proverb.
Which situation is most appropriate for this proverb?
When would you say 'Laiks dziedē visas brūces'?
The proverb is used for emotional healing, not physical injuries or minor inconveniences.
Match the Latvian words with their English meanings.
Match the following:
These are the literal translations of the components.
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: Man ir tik skumji pēc suņa nāves. B: Es saprotu. Atceries, ka ______.
This is the only phrase that offers comfort for grief.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesLaiks ______ visas brūces.
'Dziedē' means 'heals', which is the core action of the proverb.
When would you say 'Laiks dziedē visas brūces'?
The proverb is used for emotional healing, not physical injuries or minor inconveniences.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the literal translations of the components.
A: Man ir tik skumji pēc suņa nāves. B: Es saprotu. Atceries, ka ______.
This is the only phrase that offers comfort for grief.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsWhile it is a common proverb, in Latvian culture it is still viewed as a sincere and respectful way to offer comfort.
Yes, 'Laiks ārstē visas brūces' is also used, but 'dziedē' sounds more poetic and traditional.
It means 'wounds' or 'cuts' on the skin.
No, it's a simple SVO sentence. Just remember the plural accusative for 'visas brūces'.
Yes, though they might use it slightly more ironically or in social media captions.
Yes, you can just say 'Laiks dziedē' (Time heals).
No, it is a secular proverb in Latvian.
It's like the 'ds' in 'roads' or 'beds'. Try to say it as one quick sound.
Absolutely, that is its most common figurative use.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Expressions liées
Laiks ir labākais dakteris
synonymTime is the best doctor.
Kas bijis, bijis
similarWhat has been, has been.
Rētas paliek
contrastScars remain.
Laiks rādīs
builds onTime will tell.
