Signification
Persistence pays off.
Contexte culturel
Slovenians value 'pridnost' (diligence) above almost all other traits. This proverb is a linguistic manifestation of that value. In mountainous regions, finding the right path or resource was a matter of survival, giving this proverb a very practical historical weight. The 'Kdor... ta...' structure is a common feature in Slavic proverbs, providing a rhythmic and balanced way to express truths. The phrase is now commonly used as a hashtag (#kdoriscetanajde) on Instagram and LinkedIn for success stories.
Use it for lost items
This is the most common way to use it. If someone can't find their phone, say it with a smile.
Don't say it to someone grieving
It sounds dismissive if the loss is permanent or emotional.
Signification
Persistence pays off.
Use it for lost items
This is the most common way to use it. If someone can't find their phone, say it with a smile.
Don't say it to someone grieving
It sounds dismissive if the loss is permanent or emotional.
Drop the 'ta' for coolness
Saying 'Kdor išče, najde' sounds a bit more modern and less like a schoolbook.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
Kdor ____, ta najde.
The verb 'iskati' (to seek) is the core of this proverb.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'Kdor išče, ta najde'?
Situation: Your friend is sad because they lost their cat and want to stop looking.
This proverb is specifically about the act of searching and finding.
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: 'Ne najdem svoje denarnice!' B: 'Nikar ne obupaj. ________.'
The context of a lost wallet requires a proverb about finding things.
Match the Slovenian words with their English meanings.
Words: 1. Kdor, 2. Išče, 3. Ta, 4. Najde
This is the literal breakdown of the phrase.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesKdor ____, ta najde.
The verb 'iskati' (to seek) is the core of this proverb.
Situation: Your friend is sad because they lost their cat and want to stop looking.
This proverb is specifically about the act of searching and finding.
A: 'Ne najdem svoje denarnice!' B: 'Nikar ne obupaj. ________.'
The context of a lost wallet requires a proverb about finding things.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
This is the literal breakdown of the phrase.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, if you are looking for a new employee or a partner, it fits perfectly.
'Kdor' is a relative pronoun used for 'whoever'. 'Kdo' is only for questions.
Usually, yes. It is meant to be encouraging.
Yes, sarcastically: 'Kdor išče (težave), ta najde (težave).'
It has been in the Slovenian language for at least 500 years.
Very. Almost every native speaker knows it by heart.
You can, but it's not the traditional proverb form.
Using 'Kdo' instead of 'Kdor'.
Yes, to encourage teams to find solutions or new markets.
Expressions liées
Brez muje se še čevelj ne obuje
similarWithout effort, you can't even put on a shoe.
Kdor prej pride, prej melje
builds onFirst come, first served.
Iskati iglo v kopici sena
specialized formTo look for a needle in a haystack.
Sreča pomaga hrabrim
similarFortune favors the brave.
