A1 Proverb カジュアル

Unde nu-i cap, vai de picioare

Where no head, woe to feet

意味

Lack of thinking causes physical trouble.

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文化的背景

In traditional villages, physical labor was the only way to survive. Forgetting a tool was a serious mistake that wasted precious daylight. Today, it's used for digital mistakes, like forgetting a password or not saving a file, showing how proverbs adapt to technology. Similar proverbs exist across the Balkans, reflecting a shared history of agrarian life and a similar sense of humor regarding self-inflicted trouble. The proverb is often attributed to Păcală, a fictional character in Romanian folklore known for his wit and for mocking the stupidity of others.

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Use the first half

In casual conversation, you can just say 'Unde nu-i cap...' and roll your eyes. Everyone will know the rest.

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Don't be too mean

If you say this to a stranger, it might sound like you're calling them stupid. Use it mostly for yourself or close friends.

意味

Lack of thinking causes physical trouble.

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Use the first half

In casual conversation, you can just say 'Unde nu-i cap...' and roll your eyes. Everyone will know the rest.

⚠️

Don't be too mean

If you say this to a stranger, it might sound like you're calling them stupid. Use it mostly for yourself or close friends.

自分をテスト

Complete the proverb with the correct words.

Unde nu-i ____, vai de ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: cap, picioare

The standard form uses 'cap' (head) and 'picioare' (feet).

In which situation would you use this proverb?

You forgot your grocery list and have to go back to the store.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: True

This is the perfect situation for this proverb.

What is the figurative meaning of this phrase?

Unde nu-i cap, vai de picioare means:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Lack of planning causes extra work.

The 'head' represents planning and the 'feet' represent the resulting work.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Am uitat biletele acasă! B: Iar? ____

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Unde nu-i cap, vai de picioare.

The proverb is a natural response to someone forgetting something important.

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4 問題
Complete the proverb with the correct words. Fill Blank A1

Unde nu-i ____, vai de ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: cap, picioare

The standard form uses 'cap' (head) and 'picioare' (feet).

In which situation would you use this proverb? situation_matching A1

You forgot your grocery list and have to go back to the store.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: True

This is the perfect situation for this proverb.

What is the figurative meaning of this phrase? Choose A2

Unde nu-i cap, vai de picioare means:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Lack of planning causes extra work.

The 'head' represents planning and the 'feet' represent the resulting work.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: Am uitat biletele acasă! B: Iar? ____

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Unde nu-i cap, vai de picioare.

The proverb is a natural response to someone forgetting something important.

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よくある質問

3 問

No, it's a contraction of 'nu este'. It's very common in speech and proverbs, but in formal writing, you'd use 'nu este'.

Yes! It's the most common modern use. If you have to walk back to get your phone, this phrase is perfect.

Not exactly. It's an interjection like 'woe' or 'alas'. It expresses pity or distress.

関連フレーズ

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Măsoară de șapte ori și taie o dată

similar

Measure seven times and cut once.

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A umbla cu capul în nori

builds on

To walk with your head in the clouds.

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Paza bună trece primejdia rea

contrast

Good guarding overcomes bad danger.

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