Significado
Persistence leads to results.
Contexto cultural
In traditional Romanian villages, wisdom was passed down through 'zicători' (sayings). This proverb was a way to teach children the value of 'hărnicie' (hard work) over 'lene' (laziness). In the post-1989 era, this proverb has become a motto for the new generation of Romanians starting businesses, emphasizing that opportunities are there for those who look. Because of the strong Orthodox Christian influence in Romania, many proverbs have biblical roots. This one is a direct reflection of the 'Seek and ye shall find' promise. This proverb is the 'positive' side of being 'descurcăreț' (resourceful). It celebrates the person who doesn't wait for things to happen but goes out to find solutions.
Use it for encouragement
It's the most natural way to tell a Romanian friend 'Don't give up!'
Don't overthink the grammar
While 'cine' is a pronoun, in this phrase it acts as a fixed block. Don't try to change it to 'care' or 'cineva'.
Significado
Persistence leads to results.
Use it for encouragement
It's the most natural way to tell a Romanian friend 'Don't give up!'
Don't overthink the grammar
While 'cine' is a pronoun, in this phrase it acts as a fixed block. Don't try to change it to 'care' or 'cineva'.
Teste-se
Complete the proverb with the correct verb.
Cine caută, _______.
The proverb uses the 3rd person singular present indicative.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'Cine caută, găsește'?
Situation: Maria is looking for a rare book for her thesis. She visits five libraries and finally finds it.
The proverb 'Cine caută, găsește' directly relates to the effort of searching and finding.
Match the Romanian phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are common phrases related to searching and finding.
Complete the dialogue.
Andrei: 'Nu mai pot, nu găsesc cheile nicăieri!' Ioana: 'Mai caută o dată în geantă. Știi ce se spune: _______.'
This is the most appropriate proverb for finding lost keys.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosCine caută, _______.
The proverb uses the 3rd person singular present indicative.
Situation: Maria is looking for a rare book for her thesis. She visits five libraries and finally finds it.
The proverb 'Cine caută, găsește' directly relates to the effort of searching and finding.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
These are common phrases related to searching and finding.
Andrei: 'Nu mai pot, nu găsesc cheile nicăieri!' Ioana: 'Mai caută o dată în geantă. Știi ce se spune: _______.'
This is the most appropriate proverb for finding lost keys.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
5 perguntasIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandmother, or your best friend.
Yes, there is a common warning: 'Cine caută bătaie, găsește' (Who looks for a fight, finds it).
In Romanian proverbs, 'cine' is the traditional way to say 'whoever'. It sounds more 'timeless'.
Yes, though often in a slightly ironic or very practical way (like finding a good deal online).
Usually a nod of agreement or 'Așa e' (That's right).
Frases relacionadas
Bate și ți se va deschide
similarKnock and it shall be opened.
Cine are carte, are parte
builds onWho has education, has a share (of success).
A căuta acul în carul cu fân
contrastTo look for a needle in a haystack.
Cine caută nod în papură
specialized formTo look for flaws where there are none.
