تا نباشد چوب تر، فرمان نَبَرد گاو نر
ta nabashad choob-e tar, farman nabarad gav-e nar
No wet stick, no ox command
Meaning
Sometimes a bit of force or authority is needed to get things done.
Cultural Background
Reflects a traditional agrarian society where the farmer's authority was absolute.
Use with caution
Only use this when you want to sound authoritative.
Meaning
Sometimes a bit of force or authority is needed to get things done.
Use with caution
Only use this when you want to sound authoritative.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
تا نباشد چوب تر، فرمان نبرد ____.
The proverb specifically mentions the ox (gav-e nar).
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesتا نباشد چوب تر، فرمان نبرد ____.
The proverb specifically mentions the ox (gav-e nar).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt can be if used against a person directly, as it implies they are an animal.
Related Phrases
سختگیری
synonymStrictness
