बोया पेड़ बबूल का तो आम कहाँ से खाए?
bya paugdha bbl ka ta aama kaha sa khae 2
As you sow, so shall you reap.
Meaning
One's actions determine their consequences; bad deeds lead to bad outcomes.
Cultural Background
Babul trees are common in arid regions, making this metaphor very relatable. This phrase appears in many folk tales to teach moral lessons.
Use with caution
Don't use it to blame victims of accidents.
Meaning
One's actions determine their consequences; bad deeds lead to bad outcomes.
Use with caution
Don't use it to blame victims of accidents.
Test Yourself
Which tree represents the bad action?
बोया पेड़ ______ का?
Babul (acacia) is the thorny tree representing bad actions.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesबोया पेड़ ______ का?
Babul (acacia) is the thorny tree representing bad actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but it sounds a bit like a lecture.
Related Phrases
जैसा बोओगे वैसा काटोगे
synonymAs you sow, so shall you reap.