هرچه میکارید، همان درو میکنید
harche mikarid, haman dero mikonid
You reap what you sow
Meaning
The consequences of one's actions, good or bad, will eventually come back to them.
Cultural Background
It is often used by elders to teach children about the importance of kindness. Many Persian poets have used this theme to discuss fate and divine justice. Used in social media posts as a caption for karma-related content.
Practice
Try saying this out loud slowly to get the rhythm of the two clauses.
Meaning
The consequences of one's actions, good or bad, will eventually come back to them.
Practice
Try saying this out loud slowly to get the rhythm of the two clauses.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
هرچه میکارید، ______ درو میکنید.
The proverb requires the pronoun 'همان' to mean 'the same'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesهرچه میکارید، ______ درو میکنید.
The proverb requires the pronoun 'همان' to mean 'the same'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is philosophical, though it aligns with many religious teachings about karma.
Related Phrases
گندم از گندم بروید جو ز جو
synonymWheat grows from wheat, barley from barley.