मतलब
Doing something late is better than not doing it.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
Punctuality is viewed flexibly. This proverb provides a moral basis for accepting delays as long as the person arrives safely. In the mountains, 'speed' is synonymous with 'danger.' This proverb is a survival mantra. In Western countries, Nepalis use this to joke about their own tendency to be late to community events. The Department of Roads uses variations of this on almost every major highway in Nepal.
Use it for encouragement
This is the best phrase to use when a friend is sad about failing an exam or being late for a goal.
Don't over-apologize
If you are late, say 'Maaf garnuhos' first, then use this proverb. Don't use the proverb as your only apology.
मतलब
Doing something late is better than not doing it.
Use it for encouragement
This is the best phrase to use when a friend is sad about failing an exam or being late for a goal.
Don't over-apologize
If you are late, say 'Maaf garnuhos' first, then use this proverb. Don't use the proverb as your only apology.
The 'Ni' shortcut
In casual speech, replace 'bhaye pani' with 'bhaye ni' to sound like a native speaker: 'Dhilo bhaye ni thilo bho!'
खुद को परखो
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
ढिलो भए पनि ______ हुनु।
The proverb uses the rhyming word 'ठिलो' (thilo) to complete the wisdom.
In which situation is this proverb MOST appropriate?
A friend is driving 120km/h on a narrow mountain road because they are late for a party.
This proverb is the standard way to advise someone to prioritize safety over speed.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'मैले ५० वर्षको उमेरमा कम्प्युटर सिक्न थालें।' B: 'केही छैन, ______।'
This is a perfect context for encouraging someone who is starting something late in life.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
3 अभ्यासढिलो भए पनि ______ हुनु।
The proverb uses the rhyming word 'ठिलो' (thilo) to complete the wisdom.
A friend is driving 120km/h on a narrow mountain road because they are late for a party.
This proverb is the standard way to advise someone to prioritize safety over speed.
A: 'मैले ५० वर्षको उमेरमा कम्प्युटर सिक्न थालें।' B: 'केही छैन, ______।'
This is a perfect context for encouraging someone who is starting something late in life.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालIn this context, it means 'solid,' 'firm,' or 'present.' It's chosen mainly because it rhymes with 'dhilo' (late).
It depends. If the boss is frustrated about a deadline, it might be risky. If the boss is happy with the quality despite the delay, it's fine.
Yes, but only as a joke. Your date might not find it as funny as you do!
No, it is a secular folk proverb, though it aligns with Buddhist values of patience.
It is written as ठिलो (using the retroflex 'Tha').
Yes, people often just say 'Dhilo bhaye pani thilo!'
Yes! If a restaurant takes a long time but the food is delicious, you can say this.
'Hatar ko kaam latar patar' (Hasty work is messy work) is a related concept, but there isn't a direct 'Better never than late' equivalent.
Yes, many folk songs (Lok Dohori) use this rhyme to talk about love and waiting.
Absolutely! It's the perfect way to send a late card.
संबंधित मुहावरे
ढिलो होस् तर ठिलो नहोस्
similarLet it be late, but let it not be ruined.
बिस्तारै हिँड्ने लामो बाटो काट्छ
similarOne who walks slowly covers a long distance.
हतारको काम लतारपतार
contrastHasty work is messy work.
समय बलवान छ
builds onTime is powerful.
