A1 Proverb 중립

Sve je dobro što se dobro svrši

sve je dobro što se dobro svrši

All's well that ends well

A good result makes the journey worth it.

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문화적 배경

In Serbia, this phrase is often said with a deep sigh of relief, often accompanied by a drink (rakija) or a meal, marking the end of a period of 'sekiracija' (worrying). In Montenegro, the phrase might be used to emphasize that despite any 'čojstvo i junaštvo' (honor and bravery) shown during a struggle, the peace at the end is what matters most. Here, the phrase is often used in the context of 'merak'—the feeling of bliss after a job well done or a difficulty overcome. In the northern part of Serbia, the phrase is used with a characteristic 'lala' (calm) attitude, suggesting that there was never any doubt things would work out.

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Use it for relief

This is your best friend when you want to stop talking about a problem and move on to something positive.

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Don't overthink 'svrši'

Even though 'završi' is more common in modern Serbian, don't try to 'fix' the proverb. Keep it as it is.

A good result makes the journey worth it.

💡

Use it for relief

This is your best friend when you want to stop talking about a problem and move on to something positive.

⚠️

Don't overthink 'svrši'

Even though 'završi' is more common in modern Serbian, don't try to 'fix' the proverb. Keep it as it is.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing words to complete the proverb.

Sve je dobro što ___ dobro ___.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: se, svrši

The proverb requires the reflexive particle 'se' and the traditional verb 'svrši'.

Which situation best fits the proverb?

You lost your wallet, but a stranger found it and returned it with all the money inside.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Sve je dobro što se dobro svrši.

This situation describes a stressful event with a happy resolution, which is the perfect context for this proverb.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Bilo je strašno na granici, čekali smo tri sata.' B: 'Ali sada smo na moru! ___'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Sve je dobro što se dobro svrši.

B is trying to comfort A by focusing on the positive outcome of their difficult journey.

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시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

3 연습 문제
Fill in the missing words to complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Sve je dobro što ___ dobro ___.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: se, svrši

The proverb requires the reflexive particle 'se' and the traditional verb 'svrši'.

Which situation best fits the proverb? situation_matching A2

You lost your wallet, but a stranger found it and returned it with all the money inside.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Sve je dobro što se dobro svrši.

This situation describes a stressful event with a happy resolution, which is the perfect context for this proverb.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: 'Bilo je strašno na granici, čekali smo tri sata.' B: 'Ali sada smo na moru! ___'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Sve je dobro što se dobro svrši.

B is trying to comfort A by focusing on the positive outcome of their difficult journey.

🎉 점수: /3

자주 묻는 질문

4 질문

Not at all! It's very common among friends, especially after a stressful event like a night out gone wrong or a lost item.

It's better to save it for truly positive endings. If the ending is just 'okay', it might sound a bit too dramatic.

'Svrši' is an older, more perfective form often found in proverbs. 'Završi' is the standard modern word for 'to finish'.

Sometimes people just say 'Dobro se svršilo' (It ended well).

관련 표현

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Kraj delo krasi

similar

The end adorns the work.

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Sreća u nesreći

similar

A blessing in disguise / Luck in misfortune.

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Prvi se mačići u vodu bacaju

contrast

The first kittens are thrown into the water (First attempts often fail).

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