Significado
Don't judge by size.
Contexto cultural
In Maharashtra, many 'Gram-devatas' (village deities) have very small idols made of stone or sand, yet they are considered the supreme protectors of the land. This proverb reflects that spiritual power is not proportional to physical volume. The Maratha army was often outnumbered by the Mughals or the British. Their success came from being 'small but mighty'—using speed and local knowledge to defeat larger forces. This proverb is often used to describe this historical spirit. Children's literature in Marathi often features protagonists who are small or physically weak but use their wit to win. This proverb is the moral of many such stories. India's obsession with cricket often brings this proverb to light when discussing players like Sunil Gavaskar or Sachin Tendulkar, both of whom were shorter than average but became 'Gods' of the game.
Use it as a 'Closer'
This proverb works best at the end of a story or a description. Tell the person's achievement first, then say the proverb as a summary.
Don't use for negative things
Never use this for a small person who is famous for something bad (like a criminal). 'Kirti' implies honor.
Significado
Don't judge by size.
Use it as a 'Closer'
This proverb works best at the end of a story or a description. Tell the person's achievement first, then say the proverb as a summary.
Don't use for negative things
Never use this for a small person who is famous for something bad (like a criminal). 'Kirti' implies honor.
Teste-se
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
मूर्ती लहान पण _______ महान.
The standard proverb is 'Murti lahan pan kirti mahan'.
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
A 7-year-old child wins a national chess championship against adults.
This proverb is used when someone young or small achieves something great.
Fill in the missing line in the dialogue.
अमित: 'हा छोटा रोबोट एवढे मोठे काम कसे काय करू शकतो?' सुमित: 'अरे, तुला माहित नाही का? _______'
Sumit is explaining that the robot's small size doesn't limit its great capability.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Recursos visuais
Appearance vs. Reality
Banco de exercicios
3 exerciciosमूर्ती लहान पण _______ महान.
The standard proverb is 'Murti lahan pan kirti mahan'.
A 7-year-old child wins a national chess championship against adults.
This proverb is used when someone young or small achieves something great.
अमित: 'हा छोटा रोबोट एवढे मोठे काम कसे काय करू शकतो?' सुमित: 'अरे, तुला माहित नाही का? _______'
Sumit is explaining that the robot's small size doesn't limit its great capability.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Perguntas frequentes
3 perguntasYes, it is occasionally used for small gadgets or tools that are very powerful, though it's primarily for people.
No, because it is immediately followed by 'Kirti Mahan'. It is considered a high compliment in Marathi culture.
'Mahan' means great/noble, while 'Mothi' just means big. In this proverb, 'Mahan' is required for the rhyme and the sense of honor.
Frases relacionadas
खाई त्याला खवखवे
contrastA guilty conscience needs no accuser.
अंगापेक्षा बोंगा जास्त
contrastMore show than substance.
लहान तोंडी मोठा घास
similarTo speak beyond one's age or status.
