هر آنکه بامش بلندتر، برفش بیشتر
har ankeh bamash bolandtar, barfash bishtar
Whoever's roof is higher, has more snow
Meaning
Greater responsibilities or status come with greater challenges.
Cultural Background
The proverb is deeply rooted in the traditional architecture of the Iranian plateau, where flat roofs were common.
Use the comparative
Always use -tar to keep the proverb's rhythm.
Meaning
Greater responsibilities or status come with greater challenges.
Use the comparative
Always use -tar to keep the proverb's rhythm.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
هر آنکه بامش بلندتر، برفش ______.
The proverb uses 'بیشتر' (more) to match the comparative 'بلندتر' (higher).
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesهر آنکه بامش بلندتر، برفش ______.
The proverb uses 'بیشتر' (more) to match the comparative 'بلندتر' (higher).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is formal and wise.
Related Phrases
هر که طاووس خواهد، جور هندوستان کشد
similarWhoever wants a peacock must endure the hardships of India.
