意味
Incomplete knowledge can be harmful.
文化的背景
The 'Hakeem' is still a common figure in many towns. People often prefer them over Western doctors for chronic issues, making the warning against 'Neem' (fake) Hakeems a very real health concern. The extension 'Neem Mullah Khatra-e-Imaan' is used to warn against self-styled preachers who misinterpret religious texts, which is a sensitive and important issue in South Asian society. In workshops (Karkhanas), an apprentice is never allowed to touch expensive tools until the 'Ustad' (Master) is satisfied. This proverb is used to enforce that discipline. With the rise of 'WhatsApp University' (misinformation spread via messaging), this proverb has seen a massive revival in Urdu social media to debunk fake health tips.
Use it for Sarcasm
In Pakistan, if a friend is acting too smart about something they don't know, just saying 'Acha, neem hakeem!' is a great way to tease them.
Don't misspell 'Neem'
In Urdu script, 'Neem' (نیم) is written with a 'Ye'. Don't confuse it with 'Nam' (نم - moist).
意味
Incomplete knowledge can be harmful.
Use it for Sarcasm
In Pakistan, if a friend is acting too smart about something they don't know, just saying 'Acha, neem hakeem!' is a great way to tease them.
Don't misspell 'Neem'
In Urdu script, 'Neem' (نیم) is written with a 'Ye'. Don't confuse it with 'Nam' (نم - moist).
The Mullah Connection
If you want to sound like a native, learn the second half of the proverb about the 'Mullah'. It shows you have a deep grasp of Urdu literature.
自分をテスト
Complete the proverb with the correct words.
نیم حکیم _______ _______
The standard proverb is 'Neem Hakeem Khatra-e-Jaan'.
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
A friend is trying to fix a high-voltage electrical box after reading one tweet about it.
The proverb warns against the danger of incomplete knowledge in high-stakes tasks.
Choose the best response for Speaker B.
Speaker A: 'I will cut my own hair using a kitchen knife!' Speaker B: '________'
Speaker B is warning Speaker A about the dangers of amateurism.
🎉 スコア： /3
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練習問題バンク
3 問題نیم حکیم _______ _______
The standard proverb is 'Neem Hakeem Khatra-e-Jaan'.
A friend is trying to fix a high-voltage electrical box after reading one tweet about it.
The proverb warns against the danger of incomplete knowledge in high-stakes tasks.
Speaker A: 'I will cut my own hair using a kitchen knife!' Speaker B: '________'
Speaker B is warning Speaker A about the dangers of amateurism.
🎉 スコア： /3
よくある質問
4 問No, in this context, 'Neem' is a Persian word meaning 'half'. The tree is a homonym.
It can be. It's a strong warning. Use it with friends as a joke, but be careful using it with elders or superiors.
Yes, it's often used humorously for anyone who fails at a task they claimed to know.
The '-e-' in 'Khatra-e-Jaan' is a Persian grammatical link meaning 'of'.
関連フレーズ
نیم ملا خطرہ ایمان
builds onA half-priest is a danger to faith.
اناری کا کام
similarAn amateur's work.
ادھورا سچ
similarHalf-truth.
ماہر فن
contrastMaster of the craft.
