Meaning
Emphasizes self-reliance, with a hopeful reference to divine help.
Cultural Background
Often used by older generations to teach children the value of work. Used in both religious and secular contexts to encourage personal drive. Commonly used in community contexts to encourage mutual effort. Used in educational settings to promote student initiative.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'j' sound in 'ajuda', which is like the 's' in 'pleasure'.
Meaning
Emphasizes self-reliance, with a hopeful reference to divine help.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'j' sound in 'ajuda', which is like the 's' in 'pleasure'.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
Ajuda-te que Deus te ________.
The proverb uses the future tense.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesAjuda-te que Deus te ________.
The proverb uses the future tense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt uses religious language but is used by everyone as a secular proverb.
Related Phrases
Quem não arrisca, não petisca
similarNothing ventured, nothing gained.
