मतलब
Choose company wisely to avoid negative influences.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Spain, this is a very common proverb used in everyday life to justify personal choices. Across Latin America, this proverb is widely understood and used, often in the context of family advice or friendship. It reflects a cultural value of 'dignidad' (dignity), where one's social standing is less important than their personal integrity.
Use it as a justification
It's a perfect way to explain why you are doing something alone without sounding rude.
It's a classic
Every native speaker knows this. Using it will make you sound very natural.
मतलब
Choose company wisely to avoid negative influences.
Use it as a justification
It's a perfect way to explain why you are doing something alone without sounding rude.
It's a classic
Every native speaker knows this. Using it will make you sound very natural.
खुद को परखो
Complete the proverb.
Más vale solo que mal __________.
The past participle is required here.
When should you use this phrase?
Which situation is appropriate for this proverb?
The proverb is about choosing quality company over bad company.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Más vale solo que mal acompañado -> ?
It emphasizes the value of good company.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Should I stay with this group?' B: 'No, __________.'
It is the best advice for someone in a bad group.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासMás vale solo que mal __________.
The past participle is required here.
Which situation is appropriate for this proverb?
The proverb is about choosing quality company over bad company.
बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:
It emphasizes the value of good company.
A: 'Should I stay with this group?' B: 'No, __________.'
It is the best advice for someone in a bad group.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
6 सवालNot if you use it to explain your own choices. It can be rude if you say it directly to someone to imply they are 'bad company'.
Probably not. It's too informal and focuses on personal social choices.
You can use 'mejor', but 'más vale' is the classic form.
No, it can apply to colleagues, partners, or any group of people.
The proverb is about avoiding *bad* company, not about being completely solitary.
No, it is impersonal.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Dime con quién andas y te diré quién eres
builds onTell me who you walk with and I'll tell you who you are.
Más vale prevenir que curar
similarBetter to prevent than to cure.
Quien bien te quiere, te hará llorar
contrastHe who loves you well will make you cry.
