«قَبْلْ مَا تْفَصَّلْ قِيسْ وِقَبْل مَا تِلْبِسْ رِيسْ»

The saying urges careful assessment before any irreversible step. Just as a tailor checks the measurements before the scissors touch the cloth, a person should weigh a matter thoroughly before committing to it, since a hasty cut cannot be undone.

Its second half adds a demand for readiness and merit. Here 'master' signals being worthy and competent, not holding official or political leadership. Before wearing the finished garment in public, one should become capable in one's own right; preparing the self matters as much as preparing the plan.

Suitable when advising someone to plan carefully and gain real competence before starting a task or taking on a visible role. Typical moments include rushing into a project, buying without checking, or stepping into a position before being ready for it.