رب كلمة قالت لصاحبها دعني.
Rabb kalimatin qalat li-sahibiha da'ni.
Many a word told its owner to leave me.
Meaning
Some words, once spoken, cause trouble or regret for the speaker.
Cultural Background
Widely used by elders to teach children about the dangers of gossip. Often used in formal settings or literature to add weight to an argument. Highly respected as a piece of traditional wisdom. Understood and used in formal discourse.
Memorize the rhythm
The proverb has a natural, poetic rhythm. Say it aloud to feel the cadence.
Meaning
Some words, once spoken, cause trouble or regret for the speaker.
Memorize the rhythm
The proverb has a natural, poetic rhythm. Say it aloud to feel the cadence.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
رب كلمة قالت لصاحبها ____.
The proverb is a fixed phrase ending in 'da'ni'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesرب كلمة قالت لصاحبها ____.
The proverb is a fixed phrase ending in 'da'ni'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is cultural and philosophical, though it aligns with many religious teachings on speech.
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