Significado
Work will still be there later
Contexto cultural
Latvians have a saying for everything related to work. This specific proverb is the 'lazy' counterpart to 'Darbs dara darītāju' (Work makes the doer). It shows the duality of the Latvian soul: hardworking but also deeply appreciative of a slow, quiet moment. Modern Latvian youth use this phrase ironically on social media, often pairing it with photos of themselves at the beach or a cafe during traditional working hours. In Latvian startups, this phrase is becoming a mantra for work-life balance to prevent burnout, though it's still used with a wink and a smile. The hare in Baltic folklore is often seen as a creature of the moon and shadows, elusive and hard to catch, which makes the comparison to 'solid' work very powerful.
Use it for bonding
Using this phrase with a colleague during a coffee break is a great way to build rapport and show you're 'one of them'.
Avoid with authority
Never say this to a police officer, a doctor, or your boss during a crisis.
Significado
Work will still be there later
Use it for bonding
Using this phrase with a colleague during a coffee break is a great way to build rapport and show you're 'one of them'.
Avoid with authority
Never say this to a police officer, a doctor, or your boss during a crisis.
The 'Wink' Factor
This phrase is often delivered with a slight smile or a wink to show you're being intentionally a bit lazy.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
Darbs ________, neaizbēgs.
The proverb specifically uses 'zaķis' (hare) with the negation prefix 'ne-'.
In which situation is it MOST appropriate to use this phrase?
Choose the best scenario:
The phrase is used to encourage rest in informal, low-stakes situations.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
Anna: 'Man vēl jātīra māja.' Toms: 'Nāc labāk iedzert tēju! ________'
This is the standard way to invite someone to take a break from chores.
Which of these is a common variation of the proverb?
Select the correct variation:
'Neaizskries' (won't dash off) is a common alternative to 'neaizbēgs'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosDarbs ________, neaizbēgs.
The proverb specifically uses 'zaķis' (hare) with the negation prefix 'ne-'.
Choose the best scenario:
The phrase is used to encourage rest in informal, low-stakes situations.
Anna: 'Man vēl jātīra māja.' Toms: 'Nāc labāk iedzert tēju! ________'
This is the standard way to invite someone to take a break from chores.
Select the correct variation:
'Neaizskries' (won't dash off) is a common alternative to 'neaizbēgs'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasNot inherently, but it can be dismissive if used when someone is asking you for urgent help.
Hares are wild and famous for running away quickly, unlike domestic animals that stay near the home.
Only in a very informal email to a close friend. Avoid it in professional settings.
'Darbs dara darītāju' (Work makes the doer) is the most common opposite.
No, it implies the work is waiting for you and you will return to it later.
It's a soft 'k'. Press the middle of your tongue against the roof of your mouth.
Yes, Lithuanians have a very similar version: 'Darbas ne vilkas, į mišką nepabėgs' (Work is not a wolf, it won't run into the forest).
Yes, that is a very common and correct variation.
Absolutely! It's simple, fun, and makes you sound very natural.
Then do not use this phrase! Use 'Man jāsteidzas' (I must hurry) instead.
Frases relacionadas
Darbs dara darītāju
contrastWork makes the doer (Hard work improves a person).
Ko vari izdarīt šodien, neatliec uz rītu
contrastDon't put off until tomorrow what you can do today.
Darbs nav zaķis
similarWork isn't a hare.
Sliņķis strādā divreiz
builds onA lazy person works twice.
