Significado
Working together achieves more.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'İmece' is the backbone of this proverb. It refers to mandatory or voluntary community work. If a village road is broken, everyone fixes it together. While modern offices are becoming more individualistic, Turkish managers still frequently use this proverb to foster a 'family' atmosphere in the workplace. Many Turkish foods, like 'Sarma' or 'Mantı', are extremely labor-intensive. Women traditionally gather in one house to make them together, citing this proverb. This is one of the first proverbs taught to Turkish children in primary school to discourage selfishness and encourage sharing.
Use it for Morale
If your Turkish friends are tired during a group task, say this with a smile. It's a great 'cheerleading' phrase.
Don't change the numbers
Never say 'üç elin' (three hands) or 'dört elin'. Even if there are ten people, the proverb always stays as 'iki el' (two hands).
Significado
Working together achieves more.
Use it for Morale
If your Turkish friends are tired during a group task, say this with a smile. It's a great 'cheerleading' phrase.
Don't change the numbers
Never say 'üç elin' (three hands) or 'dört elin'. Even if there are ten people, the proverb always stays as 'iki el' (two hands).
The Rhythm is Key
Say it with a slight pause in the middle: 'Bir elin nesi var (pause), iki elin sesi var.' This makes you sound like a native.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the proverb.
Bir elin nesi var, ___ elin sesi var.
The proverb specifically refers to 'two' (iki) hands because that is what is needed to make a sound (clap).
Which situation best fits this proverb?
A person is trying to carry a very heavy suitcase up the stairs alone.
This proverb is used to encourage helping others with difficult tasks.
Choose the best response.
Ayşe: 'Bu projeyi tek başıma bitiremeyeceğim.' Mehmet: 'Üzülme, ben sana yardım ederim. ________.'
Mehmet is offering help, so the proverb about teamwork is the most appropriate.
What does 'ses' represent in this proverb?
In the phrase 'iki elin sesi var', what does 'ses' (sound) symbolize?
The 'sound' is the result of the action (clapping), symbolizing that something has been achieved.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosBir elin nesi var, ___ elin sesi var.
The proverb specifically refers to 'two' (iki) hands because that is what is needed to make a sound (clap).
A person is trying to carry a very heavy suitcase up the stairs alone.
This proverb is used to encourage helping others with difficult tasks.
Ayşe: 'Bu projeyi tek başıma bitiremeyeceğim.' Mehmet: 'Üzülme, ben sana yardım ederim. ________.'
Mehmet is offering help, so the proverb about teamwork is the most appropriate.
In the phrase 'iki elin sesi var', what does 'ses' (sound) symbolize?
The 'sound' is the result of the action (clapping), symbolizing that something has been achieved.
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Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasYes, absolutely. While it's an old proverb, it's so fundamental to the language that even teenagers use it, especially in school or gaming contexts.
Yes, it's very appropriate for a concluding sentence in an email about a collaborative project.
It is 'ne' (what) + 'si' (its). Literally 'what of it'. In this context, it implies 'it has nothing'.
Not exactly, but 'Nerede çokluk, orada bokluk' is the cynical opposite, suggesting too many people cause problems.
No, it's almost always figurative. It can be about ideas, money, or emotional support.
Frases relacionadas
Birlikten kuvvet doğar
synonymStrength is born from unity.
Yalnız taş duvar olmaz
similarA single stone does not make a wall.
Nerede çokluk, orada bokluk
contrastWhere there is a crowd, there is a mess.
El eli yıkar, iki el de yüzü
builds onOne hand washes the other, and both wash the face.
