درهم وقاية خير من قنطار علاج
dirham wiqaya khayr min qintar 'ilaj
A dirham of prevention is better than a qintar of cure
Meaning
Means that taking small preventative measures is better than needing extensive treatment later.
Cultural Background
Often used by elders when giving advice to younger generations. Commonly used in business and health awareness campaigns.
Memorize the contrast
Remember: Small (Dirham) vs Big (Qintar).
Meaning
Means that taking small preventative measures is better than needing extensive treatment later.
Memorize the contrast
Remember: Small (Dirham) vs Big (Qintar).
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
درهم وقاية خير من ____ علاج.
The proverb uses 'qintar' as the unit of weight.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesدرهم وقاية خير من ____ علاج.
The proverb uses 'qintar' as the unit of weight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is a cultural proverb.
Related Phrases
الوقاية خير من العلاج
synonymPrevention is better than treatment.
