意思
Time is very valuable
文化背景
In Kazakhstan, punctuality is increasingly valued in urban business centers like Almaty and Astana, where this proverb is frequently cited. Historically, the 'gold' in the proverb refers to the preciousness of the short summer months when nomads had to prepare for the harsh winter. The phrase is often written on the walls of Kazakh schools to instill a sense of discipline in students. Kazakh 'infobusinessmen' and life coaches use this proverb to sell time-management courses.
Use it for motivation
If you're feeling lazy, say 'Уақыт - алтын' to yourself to get moving.
Don't overdo it
Using proverbs too often can make you sound like a textbook. Save it for when you really want to make a point.
意思
Time is very valuable
Use it for motivation
If you're feeling lazy, say 'Уақыт - алтын' to yourself to get moving.
Don't overdo it
Using proverbs too often can make you sound like a textbook. Save it for when you really want to make a point.
Possessive form
Use 'Менің уақытым - алтын' (My time is gold) to politely decline an invitation when you're busy.
自我测试
Complete the proverb.
Уақыт - ______.
The standard proverb is 'Уақыт - алтын' (Time is gold).
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'Time is gold' in Kazakh?
Choose the correct option:
The zero-copula form 'Уақыт - алтын' is the most natural and traditional way.
In which situation is it MOST appropriate to say 'Уақыт - алтын'?
Match the situation:
The proverb is used to emphasize the value of time and the need for efficiency.
Complete the dialogue.
А: Мен ертең істеймін. Б: Жоқ, қазір істе. ______.
Speaker B is encouraging Speaker A not to procrastinate.
🎉 得分： /4
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练习题库
4 练习Уақыт - ______.
The standard proverb is 'Уақыт - алтын' (Time is gold).
Choose the correct option:
The zero-copula form 'Уақыт - алтын' is the most natural and traditional way.
Match the situation:
The proverb is used to emphasize the value of time and the need for efficiency.
А: Мен ертең істеймін. Б: Жоқ, қазір істе. ______.
Speaker B is encouraging Speaker A not to procrastinate.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
4 个问题Yes, it is extremely common in both formal and informal settings in Kazakhstan.
You can say 'Уақыт - ақша', and people will understand you, but 'Уақыт - алтын' is the culturally correct proverb.
The dash represents the omitted verb 'is'. In Kazakh, we don't need a verb to say 'A is B' in the present tense.
It depends on the context. If you are reminding them of a deadline, it's okay. If you are telling them they are wasting your time, it's very rude.
相关表达
Уақыт - емші
similarTime is a healer.
Алтын уақыт
builds onGolden time.
Уақытты өлтіру
contrastTo kill time.
Ерте тұрған әйелдің бір ісі артық
similarA woman who wakes up early gets one extra task done.
