القشة التي قصمت ظهر البعير
al-qashsha allati qasamat dhar al-ba'ir
The straw that broke the camel's back.
Meaning
The final, seemingly small burden that causes collapse after many others.
Cultural Background
The camel is a revered animal. Using it in a proverb adds cultural weight.
Context is key
Only use this when describing a series of events, not just one.
Meaning
The final, seemingly small burden that causes collapse after many others.
Context is key
Only use this when describing a series of events, not just one.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
كانت هذه القشة التي ______ ظهر البعير.
The traditional idiom uses 'قصمت'.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesكانت هذه القشة التي ______ ظهر البعير.
The traditional idiom uses 'قصمت'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, if you are describing a project failure.
Related Phrases
طفح الكيل
synonymThe measure is full.
