मतलब
It is better to do something late than never.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Balkan cultures, social time is flexible. This phrase is a way to maintain social harmony. In business, it is used to show accountability for delays. Used in agricultural contexts regarding seasonal work. Used in texting to apologize for late replies.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'lj' sound in 'Bolje'. It is soft and liquid.
Social usage
Don't use this if you are late for a job interview; it's too informal.
मतलब
It is better to do something late than never.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'lj' sound in 'Bolje'. It is soft and liquid.
Social usage
Don't use this if you are late for a job interview; it's too informal.
खुद को परखो
Complete the proverb.
Bolje ikad nego _______.
The proverb is 'Bolje ikad nego nikad'.
When should you use this phrase?
Which situation is appropriate?
It is used to acknowledge lateness.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'I finally finished the book.' You: '_______!'
It fits the context of finishing a long-delayed task.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
3 अभ्यासBolje ikad nego _______.
The proverb is 'Bolje ikad nego nikad'.
Which situation is appropriate?
It is used to acknowledge lateness.
Friend: 'I finally finished the book.' You: '_______!'
It fits the context of finishing a long-delayed task.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
2 सवालOnly if you are on good terms with the recipient. Otherwise, use a formal apology.
No, it is usually seen as a friendly, self-deprecating way to acknowledge a delay.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Ko čeka, taj dočeka
similarHe who waits, gets what he wants.
Strpljen-spašen
similarPatient is saved.
Bolje išta nego ništa
similarBetter something than nothing.
