Signification
Act according to the situation
Contexte culturel
In the 'Dhandho' (business) culture of Gujarat, this proverb is a rule of thumb. It justifies changing a business model overnight if the market shifts. Farmers use this regarding the monsoon. If the rains are late, they change the crop they sow, citing this wisdom. In the UK or USA, Gujarati immigrants often use this to explain how they adapted to Western culture while keeping their roots. It is often used to teach 'Maryada' (social boundaries). You don't speak loudly in front of elders if the mood is serious.
Use it for Social Grace
If you are unsure how to behave in a Gujarati home, just observe the elders and tell them you are trying to be 'Samay Varte Savdhan'. They will be very impressed!
Don't sound too robotic
This is a proverb, so use it sparingly. If you say it every 5 minutes, you'll sound like an old textbook.
Signification
Act according to the situation
Use it for Social Grace
If you are unsure how to behave in a Gujarati home, just observe the elders and tell them you are trying to be 'Samay Varte Savdhan'. They will be very impressed!
Don't sound too robotic
This is a proverb, so use it sparingly. If you say it every 5 minutes, you'll sound like an old textbook.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
સમય ______ સાવધાન
'વરતે' (Varte) is the traditional verb form used in this proverb.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'Samay Varte Savdhan'?
A person sees it is starting to rain and decides to postpone their outdoor party.
Adapting plans based on changing environmental conditions is a perfect example of this proverb.
Choose the correct translation for: 'One must act according to the situation in business.'
વેપારમાં...
This sentence correctly applies the proverb to the business context.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesસમય ______ સાવધાન
'વરતે' (Varte) is the traditional verb form used in this proverb.
A person sees it is starting to rain and decides to postpone their outdoor party.
Adapting plans based on changing environmental conditions is a perfect example of this proverb.
વેપારમાં...
This sentence correctly applies the proverb to the business context.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsNo, it is a secular proverb, though it aligns with many philosophical teachings about mindfulness.
Yes, it is very appropriate in a professional context to show that you are being strategic.
There isn't a direct opposite proverb, but 'Ziddi' (stubborn) or 'Murkh' (foolish) behavior is what this proverb warns against.
No, 'Varte' comes from 'Varatvu', which means to behave or to happen. 'To wait' is 'Raah jovu'.
Expressions liées
સમયસૂચકતા (Samay suchakta)
specialized formPresence of mind
જેવો દેશ તેવો વેશ (Jevo desh tevo vesh)
similarWhen in Rome, do as the Romans do
પાણી પહેલાં પાળ બાંધવી (Paani pehla paal bandhvi)
builds onBuild a dam before the water comes
