همسایه خوب، بهتر از برادر است
hamsaye-ye khub, behtar az baradar ast
A good neighbor is better than a brother
Meaning
The immediate support of a good neighbor is often more valuable than a distant relative.
Cultural Background
Reflects the 'Mahalleh' (neighborhood) culture where neighbors act as extended family. Emphasizes the rights of the neighbor, which is a core ethical teaching. In remote villages, neighbors were the only ones who could help during harvest or illness. Even in cities, it is used to build community in apartment complexes.
Use it to compliment
Say this to a neighbor who helped you; it is a very high compliment.
Meaning
The immediate support of a good neighbor is often more valuable than a distant relative.
Use it to compliment
Say this to a neighbor who helped you; it is a very high compliment.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
همسایه خوب، بهتر از _____ است.
The proverb specifically mentions 'brother'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesهمسایه خوب، بهتر از _____ است.
The proverb specifically mentions 'brother'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it can be interpreted as a slight against him. Use it carefully.
Related Phrases
حق همسایگی
similarThe rights of a neighbor
