«شِيءْ خِيرْ مِنْ لَا شِيءْ»

The saying holds that even a small or imperfect gain deserves to be valued, because possessing a little always beats having nothing at all. It urges people to accept a modest portion instead of rejecting it for falling short of what they hoped for.

It can also offer consolation when someone has received less than hoped for. Rather than dwelling on the missing part, the saying directs attention to what remains available and treats a limited gain as worth keeping.

Say it when someone hesitates to accept a small gain, partial payment, or modest result, or when consoling yourself over a disappointing share. It suits informal conversation but may sound dismissive if someone has good reason to protest an inadequate amount.