Signification
Those with good desires get rewarded.
Contexte culturel
Sugar and jaggery are considered 'Shubh' (auspicious). Offering a spoonful of sugar with curd (Dahi-Sakhar) before an important task is a common ritual to ensure success. This spiritual tradition in Maharashtra emphasizes 'Goad bolne' (speaking sweetly) as a form of devotion. The proverb aligns with their teaching that a sweet tongue reflects a sweet soul. In farming communities, this proverb is used to maintain social harmony. It encourages people to be generous with their harvest, believing that God will replenish the stores of the 'sweet-hearted' farmer. In the fast-paced life of Mumbai or Pune, this proverb is often used as a 'mantra' for ethical business practices, reminding people that shortcuts don't lead to lasting divine rewards.
Use for Encouragement
This is the best phrase to use when someone is feeling down about their honesty not paying off immediately.
Not for Literal Sugar
If you say this to someone eating a donut, they will think you are making a joke about their health!
Signification
Those with good desires get rewarded.
Use for Encouragement
This is the best phrase to use when someone is feeling down about their honesty not paying off immediately.
Not for Literal Sugar
If you say this to someone eating a donut, they will think you are making a joke about their health!
The 'Dev' Factor
Even if you aren't religious, you can use this. In modern Marathi, 'Dev' often represents 'The Universe' or 'Destiny'.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
साखरेचे खाणार त्याला _______ देणार.
The proverb states that 'Dev' (God) is the one who gives the reward.
In which situation would you use this proverb?
Your friend worked very hard and honestly, and finally got a promotion.
The proverb is used to validate that good intentions and hard work lead to divine rewards.
What does 'Sakhar' (sugar) symbolize in this proverb?
In the phrase 'Sakhareche khanar', sugar represents:
Sugar is a metaphor for 'sweet' or noble thoughts and actions.
Complete the dialogue.
A: मी खूप प्रयत्न केले पण अजून यश मिळाले नाही. B: खचून नको जाऊस, तू प्रामाणिक आहेस. लक्षात ठेव, ________.
This is the most appropriate encouraging proverb for someone who is honest and struggling.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesसाखरेचे खाणार त्याला _______ देणार.
The proverb states that 'Dev' (God) is the one who gives the reward.
Your friend worked very hard and honestly, and finally got a promotion.
The proverb is used to validate that good intentions and hard work lead to divine rewards.
In the phrase 'Sakhareche khanar', sugar represents:
Sugar is a metaphor for 'sweet' or noble thoughts and actions.
A: मी खूप प्रयत्न केले पण अजून यश मिळाले नाही. B: खचून नको जाऊस, तू प्रामाणिक आहेस. लक्षात ठेव, ________.
This is the most appropriate encouraging proverb for someone who is honest and struggling.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo! In this context, 'sugar' is a metaphor for good thoughts, kind words, and pure intentions.
While it mentions 'Dev' (God), it is used by everyone in Maharashtra as a general statement about positive karma and optimism.
Only if the meeting is very informal or with long-term partners. It's a bit too 'spiritual' for a formal contract negotiation.
There isn't a direct 'bitter' opposite, but 'करावे तसे भरावे' (As you sow, so shall you reap) is often used for negative actions.
Sugar was historically a precious and 'pure' substance in India, used in all auspicious rituals and offerings to deities.
Yes, using the future participle as a noun (the one who does X) is a very common feature of Marathi proverbs.
Yes, although 'tyala' is masculine/neutral, in proverbs it functions as a universal 'to that person'.
You would say 'Dev deil' (देव देईल). 'Denar' is specific to the proverbial/participle style.
Similar concepts exist in Hindi (e.g., 'Bhala karne wale ka bhala hota hai'), but the specific 'sugar' metaphor is very Marathi.
Absolutely! It's a very common way to praise a child's good behavior.
Expressions liées
करावे तसे भरावे
similarAs you sow, so shall you reap.
ज्याचं मन साफ, त्याला देव पावतो
synonymGod favors the one with a clean heart.
शुद्ध बीजापोटी फळे रसाळ गोमटी
builds onFrom a pure seed comes sweet, juicy fruit.
देणाऱ्याचे हात हजार
similarThe Giver (God) has a thousand hands.
