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A Piece of Cake – बहुत आसान

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A piece of cake" means something is extremely easy to accomplish. It compares simple tasks to eating a slice of cake – effortless and enjoyable. Hindi Equivalent:…

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A Nod to the Wise and a Rod to the Foolish – समझदार को इशारा, मूर्ख को डंडा

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A nod to the wise and a rod to the foolish" means that intelligent people understand subtle hints while foolish ones require harsh discipline. It highlights how…

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A Nine Days’ Wonder – चार दिन की चाँदनी

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A nine days' wonder" refers to something that attracts great excitement or attention for a short time but is quickly forgotten. It describes fleeting fame, temporary trends,…

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A Man is a Slave to His Stomach – पेट इंसान का मालिक

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A man is a slave to his stomach" means that basic needs (like hunger) control human behavior more than reason or willpower. It suggests that survival instincts…

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A Little Knowledge is a Dangerous Thing – अधूरी विद्या खतरनाक

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A little knowledge is a dangerous thing" warns that incomplete or superficial understanding can lead to overconfidence and serious mistakes. It suggests that limited knowledge often makes…

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A Light Purse is a Heavy Curse – खाली जेब बड़ा अभिशाप

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A light purse is a heavy curse" means that financial struggles bring significant hardships and stress. It highlights how poverty can weigh heavily on a person's life,…

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A Liar Has No Legs to Stand Upon – झूठ के पाँव नहीं होते

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A liar has no legs to stand upon" means that lies lack a solid foundation and eventually collapse under scrutiny. It emphasizes how dishonesty cannot sustain itself…

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A Leopard Cannot Change Its Spots – स्वभाव नहीं बदलता

Meaning & Explanation The idiom "A leopard cannot change its spots" means that a person's fundamental nature, especially negative traits or habits, cannot be easily changed. It suggests that inherent characteristics remain…

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