Phrasal Verb: Cut in
English Meaning: Interrupt
Hindi Meaning: बीच में बोलना
The phrasal verb “cut in” means to interrupt someone while they are speaking or doing something.
What Does “Cut in” Mean?
“Cut in” means:
- To interrupt a conversation, speech, or action
- To break in on someone’s words or actions
- To join in abruptly
In Hindi, it translates as “बीच में बोलना”.
For example:
- “He tends to cut in when I’m talking.”
= वह जब मैं बोल रहा होता हूँ, तब बीच में बोलने लगता है।
How to Use “Cut in” in Sentences
Example 1: I hate it when people cut in while I’m explaining something.
Hindi: मुझे तब नफरत होती है जब लोग मुझे कुछ समझा रहे होते हुए बीच में बोलते हैं।
Example 2: She cut in during the meeting, which made everyone uncomfortable.
Hindi: उसने मीटिंग के दौरान बीच में बोल दिया, जिससे सभी को असहज महसूस हुआ।
Example 3: Don’t cut in while others are speaking; it’s impolite.
Hindi: दूसरों के बोलने के दौरान बीच में मत बोलो; यह असभ्य है।
Example 4: He cut in while I was telling a story, and it ruined the moment.
Hindi: वह मेरी कहानी सुनाते वक्त बीच में बोल पड़ा, और इससे वह पल खराब हो गया।
Example 5: They cut in at the front of the line, which annoyed everyone.
Hindi: उन्होंने लाइन के सामने कट मारा, जिससे सभी को गुस्सा आया।
Common Mistakes When Using “Cut in”
❌ Incorrect: He cuts in while I speak.
✅ Correct: He cuts in while I am speaking.
(Always use the correct tense as per the situation.)
❌ Incorrect: Don’t cut me in.
✅ Correct: Don’t cut in while I’m talking.
(“Cut in” is not used with “me” directly. It should describe the action of interruption.)
Questions for Test
- What does “cut in” mean in Hindi?
- Translate: “She always cuts in when I try to explain.”
- Use “cut in” in a sentence about a conversation.
- Is “cut in” separable or inseparable?
- Fill in the blank: It’s rude to ___ during a meeting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can “cut in” be used for physical interruption?
Yes, “cut in” can also refer to physically joining a queue or entering an area suddenly, though it is more commonly used in the context of conversation.
Is “cut in” only used for verbal interruptions?
While it is mostly used for verbal interruptions, “cut in” can also refer to physical actions, like cutting into a line.
Is “cut in” separable?
No, “cut in” is an inseparable phrasal verb, meaning you cannot place other words between “cut” and “in.”
Thank You For Your Vote!
Sorry You have Already Voted!
