المعنى
Family bonds are very strong.
خلفية ثقافية
The concept of 'Krv' is central to the 'Slava', a family's most important religious holiday, celebrating their patron saint passed down through the male bloodline. In Montenegro, blood ties historically dictated 'Krvna osveta' (blood feuds), where the proverb had a much more literal and serious meaning regarding clan loyalty. For Serbs living abroad, this phrase is often used to explain why they feel a strong connection to a homeland they may have never lived in. In villages, this phrase is often used when discussing livestock or horses, showing that the belief in 'good blood' extends to all living things.
Use it for forgiveness
If you want to sound like a wise mediator, use this phrase when two family members are fighting.
Not for friends
Never use this for your 'bestie' unless you want to imply you are actually related.
المعنى
Family bonds are very strong.
Use it for forgiveness
If you want to sound like a wise mediator, use this phrase when two family members are fighting.
Not for friends
Never use this for your 'bestie' unless you want to imply you are actually related.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the proverb.
Krv nije ____.
The standard proverb is 'Krv nije voda'.
In which situation would you say 'Krv nije voda'?
Situation: You see your friend's son playing tennis exactly like his professional tennis player father.
The phrase is used to highlight family traits.
Choose the best response.
A: 'Zašto si mu pozajmio novac? On je uvek neodgovoran.' B: 'Znam, ali on mi je rođak. ________.'
B is justifying helping a relative despite their flaws.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
3 تمارينKrv nije ____.
The standard proverb is 'Krv nije voda'.
Situation: You see your friend's son playing tennis exactly like his professional tennis player father.
The phrase is used to highlight family traits.
A: 'Zašto si mu pozajmio novac? On je uvek neodgovoran.' B: 'Znam, ali on mi je rođak. ________.'
B is justifying helping a relative despite their flaws.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
الأسئلة الشائعة
2 أسئلةNot at all! It is used daily by people of all ages, from teenagers to grandmothers.
Only if you are discussing a family-owned business or a long-standing tradition. Otherwise, it's a bit too personal.
عبارات ذات صلة
Iver ne pada daleko od klade
similarThe chip doesn't fall far from the log.
Gde će kruška nego pod krušku
similarWhere would a pear fall but under the pear tree.
Uzdaj se u se i u svoje kljuse
contrastRely on yourself and your own horse.
