뜻
Strength comes from staying together
문화적 배경
The Amul dairy cooperative is the most famous real-world application of this proverb. It turned millions of small farmers into a powerful economic force. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the 'Iron Man of India' from Gujarat, used the concept of unity to integrate 562 princely states into one nation. Historically, Gujarati merchants formed 'Mahajans' (guilds) to protect their interests, living out this proverb through collective bargaining. The 'Garba' dance involves hundreds of people moving in perfect synchronization in a circle, symbolizing community unity and collective energy.
Use it as a Conclusion
This phrase works best at the end of a story or an argument to summarize why people should cooperate.
Pronounce the 'L' correctly
The 'L' in 'Bal' is retroflex (ળ). If you use a normal 'L', it might sound like 'Bal' (hair) in some dialects, though context usually saves you.
뜻
Strength comes from staying together
Use it as a Conclusion
This phrase works best at the end of a story or an argument to summarize why people should cooperate.
Pronounce the 'L' correctly
The 'L' in 'Bal' is retroflex (ળ). If you use a normal 'L', it might sound like 'Bal' (hair) in some dialects, though context usually saves you.
Cultural Shortcut
Using this proverb instantly makes you sound like someone who respects Gujarati values and traditions.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
એકતામાં ____ છે.
'Bal' means strength, which completes the proverb 'Unity is strength'.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'એકતામાં બળ છે'?
A group of students working together on a project.
The proverb is about teamwork and collective effort.
Match the Gujarati words with their English meanings.
1. એકતા, 2. બળ, 3. છે
Ekta = Unity, Bal = Strength, Che = Is.
Complete the dialogue.
રાહુલ: 'આપણે આ મેચ હારી જઈશું.' અમિત: 'ના, જો આપણે સાથે રમીશું તો જીતીશું. કારણ કે...'
Amit is encouraging Rahul by using the proverb about unity.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제એકતામાં ____ છે.
'Bal' means strength, which completes the proverb 'Unity is strength'.
A group of students working together on a project.
The proverb is about teamwork and collective effort.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
Ekta = Unity, Bal = Strength, Che = Is.
રાહુલ: 'આપણે આ મેચ હારી જઈશું.' અમિત: 'ના, જો આપણે સાથે રમીશું તો જીતીશું. કારણ કે...'
Amit is encouraging Rahul by using the proverb about unity.
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자주 묻는 질문
5 질문No, it's specifically for collective strength. For physical strength, use 'શક્તિ' (Shakti) or 'તાકાત' (Takat).
Yes, it is a very respectful and professional way to encourage teamwork.
It is a postposition meaning 'in'. So, 'In unity (there) is strength'.
Not at all. It is still used in modern business, sports, and daily conversation.
You would say 'એકતામાં બળ નથી' (Ekta ma bal nathi), but this is rarely said!
관련 표현
સંપ ત્યાં જંપ
similarWhere there is harmony, there is peace.
ઝાઝા હાથ રળિયામણા
similarMany hands make light work.
એકલા હાથે તાળી ન પડે
contrastYou can't clap with one hand.
સંગઠનમાં શક્તિ છે
synonymThere is power in organization.
