मतलब
Good things take time.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Latvians have a cultural concept called 'miers' (peace/calmness) which is highly valued in work. Rushing is often seen as a sign of poor character or lack of professionalism. Similar proverbs exist in Lithuanian and Estonian, reflecting a shared history of agricultural struggle and the necessity of patience. Even in the tech-heavy capital, this proverb is used to balance the 'move fast and break things' mentality of startups. For Latvians living abroad, this proverb is a way to maintain a connection to the 'old world' values of quality and endurance.
Use it for compliments
If someone shows you something they've worked hard on, using this proverb is a high compliment to their dedication.
Don't overdo it
If you use it to excuse every delay, you might seem unmotivated. Use it only for things that truly benefit from time.
मतलब
Good things take time.
Use it for compliments
If someone shows you something they've worked hard on, using this proverb is a high compliment to their dedication.
Don't overdo it
If you use it to excuse every delay, you might seem unmotivated. Use it only for things that truly benefit from time.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the missing words to complete the proverb.
Kas ____ nāk, tas ____ nāk.
The proverb is 'Kas lēni nāk, tas labi nāk.'
In which situation is this proverb MOST appropriate?
A friend is sad because they haven't mastered the guitar after only two lessons.
The proverb is used to remind people that skills take time to develop.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
Anna: 'Mēs šo māju būvējam jau gadiem!' Juris: 'Neraizējies, Anna. ____.'
This is the standard form of the proverb used to justify a long process.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
3 अभ्यासKas ____ nāk, tas ____ nāk.
The proverb is 'Kas lēni nāk, tas labi nāk.'
A friend is sad because they haven't mastered the guitar after only two lessons.
The proverb is used to remind people that skills take time to develop.
Anna: 'Mēs šo māju būvējam jau gadiem!' Juris: 'Neraizējies, Anna. ____.'
This is the standard form of the proverb used to justify a long process.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, it's very common, though often used with a bit of irony when talking about slow internet or public transport.
Technically yes, but then it's no longer the proverb. It's best to keep it as a fixed expression.
'Lēni' is the standard adverb, while 'lēnām' often implies a more gradual or gentle process. The proverb strictly uses 'lēni'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your grandmother.
Not directly, though it aligns with the traditional Latvian worldview of 'Dieviņa padoms' (God's advice) which values patience.
Yes, for example, if a child is slow to start walking or talking, you can use it to reassure the parents.
This proverb is the closest equivalent in Latvian.
Yes, the repetition of 'nāk' at the end of both clauses creates a rhythmic 'rhyme' of sorts.
It refers back to the 'Kas' (the thing that is coming). It's a structural requirement in Latvian.
Yes, if you are explaining your working style as being thorough and detail-oriented.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Lēnāk brauksi, tālāk tiksi
similarThe slower you drive, the further you will get.
Darbs dara darītāju
builds onWork makes the doer.
Mūžu dzīvo, mūžu mācies
similarLive for an age, learn for an age.
Sasteigts darbs nekam neder
contrastRushed work is good for nothing.
