Mais vale um mau acordo do que uma boa briga.
Better a bad agreement than a good fight.
मतलब
It is better to settle disputes peacefully, even if imperfectly, than to escalate conflict.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Brazil, this proverb is the unofficial motto of the 'Juizados Especiais Cíveis' (Small Claims Courts), where judges spend most of their time trying to get parties to agree before the trial starts. The Portuguese version often uses 'mau ajuste' and 'boa demanda,' reflecting a more traditional, formal legal vocabulary that dates back to the monarchy. In Angolan social contexts, the proverb is used to emphasize community cohesion and the role of 'mais velhos' (elders) in mediating disputes without involving formal police. Similar to other Lusophone African countries, it aligns with traditional 'palabre' (community discussion) methods of conflict resolution.
Use it to end an argument
If you are tired of arguing, say this phrase with a sigh. It signals that you are yielding for the sake of peace, which often makes the other person feel they 'won' while you get the peace you want.
Don't use 'mal'
Remember: 'mau' (adjective) for 'acordo'. Writing 'mal acordo' is a very common mistake even for natives.
मतलब
It is better to settle disputes peacefully, even if imperfectly, than to escalate conflict.
Use it to end an argument
If you are tired of arguing, say this phrase with a sigh. It signals that you are yielding for the sake of peace, which often makes the other person feel they 'won' while you get the peace you want.
Don't use 'mal'
Remember: 'mau' (adjective) for 'acordo'. Writing 'mal acordo' is a very common mistake even for natives.
खुद को परखो
Complete the proverb with the correct words.
Mais vale um ___ acordo do que uma ___ briga.
The proverb uses 'mau' (bad) to describe the agreement and 'boa' (good/intense) to describe the fight.
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
Your friend is going to court over a 50-euro debt that has lasted 3 years.
The proverb advocates for a suboptimal settlement to avoid the 'cost' of the fight.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
A: 'O advogado disse que o processo pode levar 10 anos.' B: 'Pois é, aceita logo essa proposta. ___.'
This is the most relevant proverb for avoiding a long legal process.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Mau Acordo vs. Boa Briga
अभ्यास बैंक
3 अभ्यासMais vale um ___ acordo do que uma ___ briga.
The proverb uses 'mau' (bad) to describe the agreement and 'boa' (good/intense) to describe the fight.
Your friend is going to court over a 50-euro debt that has lasted 3 years.
The proverb advocates for a suboptimal settlement to avoid the 'cost' of the fight.
A: 'O advogado disse que o processo pode levar 10 anos.' B: 'Pois é, aceita logo essa proposta. ___.'
This is the most relevant proverb for avoiding a long legal process.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
2 सवालYes, constantly. It is the fundamental logic behind out-of-court settlements and contract renegotiations.
Yes, 'Melhor um mau acordo' is a perfectly acceptable and common variation.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Águas passadas não movem moinhos
similarThe past is the past; don't let it affect the present.
Dar um murro em ponta de faca
contrastTo persist in a hopeless or self-destructive fight.
Pôr panos quentes
similarTo calm a situation down or temporarily resolve a conflict.
