मतलब
You must work to succeed.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In rural Turkey, this proverb is a literal rule of life. Village solidarity (imece) often revolves around the idea that everyone must contribute labor to share in the communal meal. Turkish students are raised with this proverb. It is often written on classroom walls to instill a strong work ethic from a young age, especially for the highly competitive national exams. In some spiritual contexts, 'emek' is seen as a form of worship. Working hard to provide for one's family is considered a holy act, making the 'yemek' (reward) a divine blessing. In the bustling cities like Istanbul, this proverb is used to push back against the 'get rich quick' schemes that became popular in the 90s, re-emphasizing traditional values in a capitalist setting.
Rhyme Time
Use the rhyme to remember it. If you forget the first word, just think of the second (yemek) and change the first letter!
Don't be too harsh
Be careful using this with someone who is genuinely exhausted or burnt out; it might sound like you're dismissing their fatigue.
मतलब
You must work to succeed.
Rhyme Time
Use the rhyme to remember it. If you forget the first word, just think of the second (yemek) and change the first letter!
Don't be too harsh
Be careful using this with someone who is genuinely exhausted or burnt out; it might sound like you're dismissing their fatigue.
Essay Booster
This is a perfect concluding sentence for any Turkish essay about ambition, education, or social issues.
खुद को परखो
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
Emek olmadan _______ olmaz.
The standard proverb is 'Emek olmadan yemek olmaz.'
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
Ayşe is complaining that she can't speak Turkish fluently after only one week of study.
This proverb is used to remind someone that results require time and effort.
Match the Turkish words with their English meanings in the context of the proverb.
1. Emek, 2. Olmadan, 3. Yemek, 4. Olmaz
Emek = Labor, Olmadan = Without, Yemek = Food, Olmaz = Does not happen.
Complete the dialogue.
Ali: Bu proje çok zor, bitiremeyeceğim. Can: Pes etme Ali! ________.
Can is motivating Ali to keep working on the difficult project.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासEmek olmadan _______ olmaz.
The standard proverb is 'Emek olmadan yemek olmaz.'
Ayşe is complaining that she can't speak Turkish fluently after only one week of study.
This proverb is used to remind someone that results require time and effort.
बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:
Emek = Labor, Olmadan = Without, Yemek = Food, Olmaz = Does not happen.
Ali: Bu proje çok zor, bitiremeyeceğim. Can: Pes etme Ali! ________.
Can is motivating Ali to keep working on the difficult project.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNo, it applies to intellectual, emotional, and creative effort as well. Any goal that requires persistence can be described with this phrase.
You can, but it won't be a proverb anymore. 'İş olmadan yemek olmaz' sounds like a literal statement about employment, losing its poetic wisdom.
Yes, it shows you value hard work. For example, 'Bu proje için çok emek verdik, umarım sonuç iyi olur; emek olmadan yemek olmaz.'
The meaning is identical, but 'Zahmetsiz rahmet olmaz' is more formal and uses older, Arabic-rooted vocabulary.
In this specific proverb, 'yemek' is used as a noun meaning 'food' or 'a meal.'
Extremely. It is one of the top 10 most recognized proverbs in the country.
Yes, it can be used humorously for small achievements too!
'Olmaz' implies that it is impossible for the result to manifest, which is stronger and more philosophical than just saying 'there is none.'
A common slang equivalent is 'Kasmadan ekmek çıkmaz' (No bread comes out without pushing/straining).
Yes, to acknowledge their hard work. 'Çok çalıştı ve kazandı, emek olmadan yemek olmaz.'
संबंधित मुहावरे
Zahmetsiz rahmet olmaz
synonymWithout trouble, there is no mercy/blessing.
Çalışan demir ışıldar
similarWorking iron shines.
Damlaya damlaya göl olur
builds onDrop by drop, it becomes a lake.
Yatan aslandan gezen tilki yeğdir
similarA walking fox is better than a lying lion.
