B1 Proverb Neutral

آب باریکه

ab-e barikeh

Small but steady income

Meaning

A modest but consistent source of income, just enough to get by.

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Cultural Background

In Iran, the concept of 'آب باریکه' is often used by older generations to teach younger ones the value of patience and stability.

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Use it naturally

Pair it with 'داشتن' (to have).

Meaning

A modest but consistent source of income, just enough to get by.

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Use it naturally

Pair it with 'داشتن' (to have).

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

این شغل برای من مثل یک __________ است.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: آب باریکه

It describes a small, steady income.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B1

این شغل برای من مثل یک __________ است.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: آب باریکه

It describes a small, steady income.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It's neutral, but can imply a struggle.

Related Phrases

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بخور و نمیر

synonym

Barely enough to survive

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