A1 Proverb Neutre

En fugl i hånden er bedre enn ti på taket.

Bird in hand better than ten on roof.

Signification

Appreciate what you have.

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Contexte culturel

Norwegians value stability. This proverb is often used to justify not changing jobs or moving. This is one of the most widely translated proverbs in the world, appearing in almost every culture with similar bird imagery.

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Don't overthink

Just memorize the whole phrase as a block. Don't try to translate word-for-word.

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Use it wisely

It can sound a bit old-fashioned if used too often. Use it when giving serious advice.

Signification

Appreciate what you have.

💡

Don't overthink

Just memorize the whole phrase as a block. Don't try to translate word-for-word.

💬

Use it wisely

It can sound a bit old-fashioned if used too often. Use it when giving serious advice.

Teste-toi

Complete the proverb.

En fugl i hånden er bedre enn ti på ______.

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : taket

The proverb specifically mentions the roof (taket).

What does this proverb mean?

Which situation fits the proverb best?

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Being happy with what you currently have

It encourages valuing current assets over risky future ones.

🎉 Score : /2

Aides visuelles

Banque d exercices

2 exercices
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

En fugl i hånden er bedre enn ti på ______.

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : taket

The proverb specifically mentions the roof (taket).

What does this proverb mean? Choose A2

Which situation fits the proverb best?

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Being happy with what you currently have

It encourages valuing current assets over risky future ones.

🎉 Score : /2

Questions fréquentes

2 questions

Yes, it is acceptable in professional contexts to express caution.

It can be if you are dismissing their dreams, so be gentle.

Expressions liées

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Bedre føre var enn etter snar

similar

Better safe than sorry.

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Måtehold er en dyd

builds on

Moderation is a virtue.

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