Literal translation
One hand cannot make a clap.
Contextual meaning
What it means
Cooperation is necessary, and disputes usually involve more than one person. Some things can only happen when people act together.
When people use it
In everyday life
Used when asking relatives or colleagues to cooperate, or when explaining that both sides share responsibility for a quarrel.
Editorial record
Source and status
- Source
- Traditional Pashto saying; printed source not yet documented.