बोया पेड़ बबूल का तो आम कहाँ से होय।
boya ped babool ka to aam kahan se hoy.
Planted babool, where are mangoes?
Meaning
You reap what you sow; bad actions lead to bad consequences.
Cultural Background
Babool trees are common in arid regions and are known for their thorns, making them a perfect symbol for 'bad' or 'painful' things. The proverb is often used by elders to teach children about the importance of good behavior.
Context is key
Only use this when you are sure the person understands they are responsible for their own situation.
Meaning
You reap what you sow; bad actions lead to bad consequences.
Context is key
Only use this when you are sure the person understands they are responsible for their own situation.
Test Yourself
Which tree represents the 'bad action' in the proverb?
बोया पेड़ बबूल का तो आम कहाँ से होय।
Babool (Acacia) is the thorny tree representing the negative action.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesबोया पेड़ बबूल का तो आम कहाँ से होय।
Babool (Acacia) is the thorny tree representing the negative action.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is specifically for negative actions leading to negative results.
Related Phrases
जैसा कर्म वैसा फल
synonymAs the action, so the result.
