Meaning
Being patient brings good rewards.
Cultural Background
In the world of Gujarati trade, 'Dheeraj' is seen as capital. A businessman who can wait out a market slump is highly respected. Many Gujarati sweets (Mithai) like 'Mohanthal' require slow stirring for a long time. The proverb is literally true in the kitchen. The proverb is a nod to the Kesar mango of Talala, which is famous worldwide but takes a long time to ripen properly. In Bhakti traditions of Gujarat, waiting for the vision of the divine (Darshan) is a form of 'Dheeraj'.
Use it as a closer
This phrase is a great way to end a conversation where someone is complaining about a delay. It shows empathy and wisdom.
Don't over-nasalize
While 'Meethā' is technically correct, over-nasalizing the 'a' can sound a bit archaic in casual speech.
Meaning
Being patient brings good rewards.
Use it as a closer
This phrase is a great way to end a conversation where someone is complaining about a delay. It shows empathy and wisdom.
Don't over-nasalize
While 'Meethā' is technically correct, over-nasalizing the 'a' can sound a bit archaic in casual speech.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
ધીરજના ફળ _______.
The proverb is 'Dheeraj na phal meetha', meaning the fruits of patience are sweet.
In which situation would you use this proverb?
Your friend is crying because they lost their wallet.
This proverb is for waiting for a reward, not for dealing with an immediate loss or emergency.
Choose the best response.
A: 'I've been studying for 3 hours and I still don't get it!' B: '_________'
B is encouraging A to be patient with their learning process.
🎉 Score: /3
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Practice Bank
3 exercisesધીરજના ફળ _______.
The proverb is 'Dheeraj na phal meetha', meaning the fruits of patience are sweet.
Your friend is crying because they lost their wallet.
This proverb is for waiting for a reward, not for dealing with an immediate loss or emergency.
A: 'I've been studying for 3 hours and I still don't get it!' B: '_________'
B is encouraging A to be patient with their learning process.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsNot strictly, but it aligns with Hindu and Jain values of patience and non-attachment to immediate results.
Yes, but it might sound a bit dramatic or humorous for very small delays.
Dheeraj is pure Gujarati/Sanskrit; Sabar is an Arabic loanword via Hindi. Dheeraj is preferred in formal Gujarati.
Related Phrases
ઉતાવળે આંબા ન પાકે
similarMangoes don't ripen by hurrying.
શાંતિના ફળ મીઠા
synonymThe fruits of peace are sweet.
ઉતાવળ સો બાવરા
contrastHaste makes one crazy/foolish.
