مصائب قوم عند قوم فوائد
Masa'ib qawmin 'inda qawmin fawa'id
Some people's misfortunes are others' gains
Meaning
One person's loss or difficulty can create an opportunity for another.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in business to describe market competition. Often used in political or social commentary. Used in daily life to explain why someone got a lucky break. Used similarly to the rest of the Arab world.
Context is key
Only use this when you are observing a situation, not when you are the one benefiting directly.
Meaning
One person's loss or difficulty can create an opportunity for another.
Context is key
Only use this when you are observing a situation, not when you are the one benefiting directly.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
مصائب قوم عند قوم ______.
The proverb ends with 'فوائد' (benefits).
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesمصائب قوم عند قوم ______.
The proverb ends with 'فوائد' (benefits).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt can be if said at the wrong time. Use it carefully.
Related Phrases
لكل مجتهد نصيب
similarEveryone who works hard gets a share.
