Ukhan Tukka Completion Generator
Complete famous Nepali proverbs by filling in the missing half.
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Dry above water
The elephant came, the elephant came, then nothing
Swallow the bone according to your throat
The fruit of patience is sweet
Complete the Proverbs (उखान टुक्का पूरा गर्नुहोस्)
Read the first half and write the missing part to complete each Nepali proverb.
Hint: Dry above water
Hint: The elephant came, the elephant came, then nothing
Hint: Swallow the bone according to your throat
Hint: The fruit of patience is sweet
Hint: My own hand is Jagannath (Lord of the World)
Hint: You cannot clap with one hand
Hint: A monkey doesn't know the taste of ginger
Hint: One spit dries up, a hundred spits make a river
Answer Key
Where there is a will, there is a way
Determination always finds a solution. If you truly want something, you will find a way to achieve it.
My own hand is Jagannath (Lord of the World)
Depend on yourself rather than others; self-reliance is the best path.
The elephant came, the elephant came, then nothing
Much ado about nothing. Big hype or expectations with very little result.
Swallow the bone according to your throat
Live within your means. Spend only what you can afford.
The flour of the one who speaks sells; the rice of the silent one doesn't
You must speak up for yourself. Communication and marketing are key to success.
Cannot dance, blames the crooked courtyard
A bad workman blames his tools. Making excuses for one's own lack of skill.
You cannot clap with one hand
Conflict or cooperation requires two parties. One person isn't solely responsible.
The fruit of patience is sweet
Good things come to those who wait. Patience leads to sweet rewards.
Black letters are equal to a buffalo
Used to describe someone who is illiterate or cannot understand what is written.
A coconut in a monkey's hand
Giving something valuable to someone who doesn't know its value or how to use it.
The medicine of the sick is rice/food
Good food and nutrition are essential for recovery and health.
One hundred jerks for a swing that doesn't swing
Empty vessels make the most noise. People with little talent often show off the most.
One burned by milk blows on buttermilk too
Once bitten, twice shy. A person hurt once becomes overly cautious.
Whichever Yogi comes, his ears are split
All leaders or people in power are the same; nothing changes regardless of who is in charge.
Kalu does the work, the bear eats the corn
One person does all the hard work, but someone else gets the benefit.
One word for the wise, a thousand for the fool
Wise people understand a hint; fools don't understand even after much explanation.
The elephant passed through, but the tail got stuck
Refers to a situation where the main task is done, but a small, final part remains stuck.
A monkey doesn't know the taste of ginger
Someone without taste or knowledge cannot appreciate quality.
Dry above water
Someone who pretends to be innocent or unaffected despite being involved.
The crow caws, the oil cake dries
Ignore the critics and keep doing your work. Barking dogs don't stop the caravan.
Let the snake die, but let the stick not break
Solving a problem cleverly without causing collateral damage or loss.
'Ram Ram' (God) on the lips, a knife in the pocket
A hypocrite who speaks sweetly but has evil intentions.
The nearby pilgrimage site is neglected
Familiarity breeds contempt. We often undervalue what is close to us.
If you have feet, there are plenty of shoes
If you have the capability (or life/health), opportunities and resources will follow.
Walking slowly also takes you far
Slow and steady wins the race. Consistency is key.
If you are good, the world is good
The world is a reflection of yourself. If you are good, you will see goodness in others.
A promising plant has smooth/shiny leaves
Morning shows the day. Talented people show their promise from a young age.
One spit dries up, a hundred spits make a river
Unity is strength. Small contributions from many can create a big impact.
Fruit of the sky, die looking at it
Longing for something unattainable or impossible to get.
The thief has the loudest voice
The guilty party often shouts the loudest to hide their guilt.