B2 Proverb フォーマル

পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় মরিবার তরে

পপলকর পখ গজয় মরবর তর

Pride before a fall

意味

Sudden growth in ego leads to destruction.

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文化的背景

In rural Bengal, the emergence of winged ants is a sign of heavy rain. The proverb links this natural cycle to the cycle of human life and morality. The proverb is often used in 'Jatra' (folk theatre) to signal the impending doom of a villainous character who has become too powerful. It is a staple in political rhetoric to criticize the ruling party or opposition when they show signs of authoritarianism. Used in middle-class households to teach children the value of 'Bhadralok' (gentlemanly) behavior, which excludes bragging.

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Use the shorthand

In casual conversation, just say 'ওর পাখা গজিয়েছে' (His wings have grown) to sound more like a native speaker.

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Don't use for kids

Unless they are being truly arrogant, this phrase might sound too harsh for children's small mistakes.

意味

Sudden growth in ego leads to destruction.

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Use the shorthand

In casual conversation, just say 'ওর পাখা গজিয়েছে' (His wings have grown) to sound more like a native speaker.

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Don't use for kids

Unless they are being truly arrogant, this phrase might sound too harsh for children's small mistakes.

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The 'Tore' factor

Using 'তরে' instead of 'জন্য' makes you sound very well-educated in Bengali literature.

自分をテスト

Complete the proverb with the correct words.

পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় _______ তরে।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: মরিবার

The proverb states that wings grow for the purpose of 'dying' (মরিবার).

Which situation best fits the proverb?

A person becomes very arrogant after a small success and starts insulting others.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় মরিবার তরে

This proverb is specifically for arrogance leading to downfall.

Choose the best response for the dialogue.

করিম: 'আমি এখন অনেক শক্তিশালী, আইন আমার কিছু করতে পারবে না!' রহিম: 'সাবধান করিম, মনে রেখো...'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় মরিবার তরে

Rahim is warning Karim about his hubris.

What does 'তরে' mean in this context?

In the phrase 'মরিবার তরে', the word 'তরে' means:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: For/Because of

'Tore' is a poetic postposition meaning 'for' or 'for the sake of'.

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練習問題バンク

4 問題
Complete the proverb with the correct words. Fill Blank A2

পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় _______ তরে।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: মরিবার

The proverb states that wings grow for the purpose of 'dying' (মরিবার).

Which situation best fits the proverb? situation_matching B1

A person becomes very arrogant after a small success and starts insulting others.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় মরিবার তরে

This proverb is specifically for arrogance leading to downfall.

Choose the best response for the dialogue. dialogue_completion B2

করিম: 'আমি এখন অনেক শক্তিশালী, আইন আমার কিছু করতে পারবে না!' রহিম: 'সাবধান করিম, মনে রেখো...'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: পিপীলিকার পাখা গজায় মরিবার তরে

Rahim is warning Karim about his hubris.

What does 'তরে' mean in this context? Choose B2

In the phrase 'মরিবার তরে', the word 'তরে' means:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: For/Because of

'Tore' is a poetic postposition meaning 'for' or 'for the sake of'.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

No, it is a secular folk proverb, though it aligns with many religious teachings about humility.

Only if you are criticizing a competitor or a very bad internal decision. It is quite strong.

'Pipre' is the common word, 'Pipilika' is the formal/Sanskrit word used in the proverb.

Absolutely not, unless you want to quit! It is a direct criticism of their character.

Figuratively, yes—it means the 'death' of a career, reputation, or project.

Because wings allow an ant to leave its safe ground and enter a dangerous, exposed environment.

No, this specific proverb is inherently a warning.

It has been part of Bengali oral tradition for at least 300-400 years.

Yes, you can say 'ওদের পাখা গজিয়েছে' (Their wings have grown).

Extremely common in both Bangladesh and West Bengal.

関連フレーズ

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পাখা গজানো

specialized form

To become arrogant or overconfident.

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অতি দর্পে হত লঙ্কা

synonym

Lanka was destroyed by excessive pride.

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অহংকার পতনের মূল

similar

Pride is the root of fall.

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ধরাকে সরা জ্ঞান করা

builds on

To think the world is a small clay plate (to be very arrogant).

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