A true friend is known in dark days.

Turkish proverb

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Why it matters

The idea in context

The Turkish proverb values friendship by pressure, not applause. A real friend is the person whose loyalty does not disappear when status, money, mood, or convenience turns against you.

Türkçe

Aynı kart, başka bir dilde.

Gerçek dost kara günde belli olur.
Türk atasözü

Bu atasözü dostluğu alkışla değil, baskı anıyla ölçer. Gerçek dost; statü, para, keyif ya da rahatlık tersine döndüğünde de yanında kalabilen kişidir.

Source trail

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Background reading: FriendshipAttribution and context are revised when stronger evidence appears. Corrections are welcome through the editorial page.
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