Signification
A true friend helps during difficult times.
Contexte culturel
In Maharashtra, this proverb is often taught in primary school as part of 'Moral Science' (Mulyashikshan). It is considered a fundamental life lesson. In business, loyalty is highly valued. A partner who stays during a loss is often praised with this proverb. Many Marathi novels and plays use this proverb to highlight the climax where a character's true nature is revealed. In villages, 'Sankat' often refers to natural disasters or family tragedies. Helping in these times is seen as a sacred duty.
Use the 'ch'
Always remember the 'ch' in 'toch'. It's what makes the sentence a proverb rather than just a statement.
Emotional Weight
Saying this to someone is a very high compliment. It implies you consider them a life-long ally.
Signification
A true friend helps during difficult times.
Use the 'ch'
Always remember the 'ch' in 'toch'. It's what makes the sentence a proverb rather than just a statement.
Emotional Weight
Saying this to someone is a very high compliment. It implies you consider them a life-long ally.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
संकट काळी जो मदतीला ______ मित्र.
The emphatic '-ch' in 'toch' is essential for the proverb's meaning.
Which situation best fits this proverb?
When would you say 'Sankat kali jo madatila toch mitra'?
Legal trouble is a 'Sankat' (crisis), making the proverb appropriate.
Match the Marathi words to their English meanings.
Match the following:
These are the core components of the proverb.
Complete the dialogue.
A: काल माझ्या अपघाताच्या वेळी तू धावून आलास, आभार कसे मानू? B: आभार मानू नकोस, कारण ________________.
This is the most culturally appropriate and profound response to such gratitude.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesसंकट काळी जो मदतीला ______ मित्र.
The emphatic '-ch' in 'toch' is essential for the proverb's meaning.
When would you say 'Sankat kali jo madatila toch mitra'?
Legal trouble is a 'Sankat' (crisis), making the proverb appropriate.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the core components of the proverb.
A: काल माझ्या अपघाताच्या वेळी तू धावून आलास, आभार कसे मानू? B: आभार मानू नकोस, कारण ________________.
This is the most culturally appropriate and profound response to such gratitude.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, but usually after a significant event where help was given.
Yes, although 'Mitra' means friend, the proverb is often applied to any loyal person.
The phrase 'Sukhache Sobti' (Fair-weather friends) is the functional opposite.
Expressions liées
सुखाचे सोबती
contrastFair-weather friends (companions of happiness)
खरा मित्र
similarTrue friend
मैत्रीची परीक्षा
builds onTest of friendship
संकटमोचक
specialized formReliever of troubles
