«لَمَّا أَنَا أَمِيرْ وِانْتَ أَمِيرْ، مِينْ يسُوقِ الْحِمِيرْ؟»

The saying mocks a situation in which everyone claims high status and no one accepts a lowly role. Its 'amir' signals rank and self-importance rather than literal royalty. When each party acts like a master, the plain, necessary jobs, pictured as driving the donkeys, are left undone, and the shared business stalls.

It reminds listeners that any joint undertaking needs people willing to serve as well as lead. Pride that refuses ordinary labor hurts everyone involved, the proud included.

Use it when partners, relatives, or coworkers each act too important for humble chores, so nothing gets done. It works as a wry rebuke or a nudge to take on the practical work. It does not call anyone a donkey, but its tone can still sting.