मतलब
Patience leads to good results.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In the world of Gujarati 'Vyapaar' (business), this proverb is a foundational principle. It teaches young entrepreneurs that wealth is built over generations, not overnight. Parents use this to teach children delayed gratification, a concept highly valued in Indian middle-class families to ensure academic success. The proverb reflects the deep connection to the land. Gujarat is famous for its mangoes, and the ripening process is a shared cultural experience. The variation 'Sabra nu fal mithu' shows the influence of Persian/Urdu poetry on Gujarati, where 'Sabr' (patience) is a spiritual virtue.
The Nasal Sound
Don't forget the nasal sound at the end of 'Mitha'. It's what makes it grammatically correct for the plural 'Fal'.
Elder Respect
Using this proverb when talking to elders shows that you value their traditional wisdom.
मतलब
Patience leads to good results.
The Nasal Sound
Don't forget the nasal sound at the end of 'Mitha'. It's what makes it grammatically correct for the plural 'Fal'.
Elder Respect
Using this proverb when talking to elders shows that you value their traditional wisdom.
Not for Emergencies
Never use this if someone is in a rush for a valid, urgent reason. It will sound sarcastic.
खुद को परखो
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
ધીરજના ફળ ______ હોય છે.
The proverb is 'Dhiraj na fal mitha', meaning the fruits of patience are sweet.
In which situation would you use this proverb?
Your friend is crying because their internet is slow while downloading a movie.
The proverb is used to encourage patience during a wait.
Choose the grammatically correct version of the proverb.
Which one is correct?
This is the standard plural form where 'na' and 'mitha' agree with the neuter plural 'fal'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'મને લાગે છે કે મારે આ પ્રોજેક્ટ છોડી દેવો જોઈએ, બહુ સમય લાગે છે.' B: 'ના, હિંમત ના હાર, ______.'
The context of a long project requires encouragement for patience.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासધીરજના ફળ ______ હોય છે.
The proverb is 'Dhiraj na fal mitha', meaning the fruits of patience are sweet.
Your friend is crying because their internet is slow while downloading a movie.
The proverb is used to encourage patience during a wait.
Which one is correct?
This is the standard plural form where 'na' and 'mitha' agree with the neuter plural 'fal'.
A: 'મને લાગે છે કે મારે આ પ્રોજેક્ટ છોડી દેવો જોઈએ, બહુ સમય લાગે છે.' B: 'ના, હિંમત ના હાર, ______.'
The context of a long project requires encouragement for patience.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालIt can be both, but as a noun meaning 'patience', it is grammatically feminine. As a name, it is usually male.
Yes, if you are discussing a long-term project or asking for a client's patience, it adds a nice cultural touch.
'Dhiraj' is the native Sanskrit-derived word, while 'Sabra' is an Arabic loanword. They are interchangeable in this proverb.
Because 'Fal' (fruit) is used in the plural sense here, and 'Mitha' is the neuter plural form of the adjective.
Yes, almost every Indian language has a direct equivalent, such as Hindi's 'Sabr ka phal meetha hota hai'.
No, that would be sarcastic. It's for the *result* of a process, not to describe a slow person.
In Gujarati script, it is મીઠાં. In English transliteration, both are used, but 'Mitha' is more common for Gujarati.
Literally yes, but figuratively it means 'result', 'consequence', or 'reward'.
Not strictly, but it aligns with the values of many Indian religions like Hinduism and Jainism.
You use 'Dhiraj rakhvi' (to keep patience) or 'Dhiraj dharvi' (to hold patience).
संबंधित मुहावरे
ઉતાવળ સો બાવરા
contrastHaste makes one foolish.
ધીરજ ધરવી
builds onTo hold/keep patience.
સમય બધું ઠીક કરી દે છે
similarTime heals everything.
સબ્રનું ફળ મીઠું
synonymThe fruit of patience is sweet.
