Meaning
Problems often originate from within one's own group or situation.
Cultural Background
Used to encourage self-reflection in business and family. Commonly used in traditional storytelling to teach lessons about loyalty. Used in literary contexts to describe political betrayal. Used by Iranians abroad to discuss community issues.
Use with caution
It can sound accusatory. Use it when you are sure the problem is internal.
Meaning
Problems often originate from within one's own group or situation.
Use with caution
It can sound accusatory. Use it when you are sure the problem is internal.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
کرم از خود ______ است.
The proverb is 'کرم از خود درخت است'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesکرم از خود ______ است.
The proverb is 'کرم از خود درخت است'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it's for social or organizational issues.
Related Phrases
خود کرده را تدبیر نیست
similarThere is no remedy for what one has done to oneself.
