Bedeutung
One who changes allegiances easily to suit their own interests; opportunist.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The Ganges and Yamuna are sacred rivers. Using their names in a proverb about opportunism is a way of contrasting holy devotion with worldly selfishness. In Indian political discourse, this is a standard insult for 'party-hoppers'.
Context is key
Only use this when you want to sound critical. It is not a neutral observation.
Bedeutung
One who changes allegiances easily to suit their own interests; opportunist.
Context is key
Only use this when you want to sound critical. It is not a neutral observation.
Teste dich selbst
Which person is best described by this proverb?
Who is a 'Ganga gaye Gangadas'?
The proverb describes an opportunist, not a traveler or a religious person.
🎉 Ergebnis: /1
Aufgabensammlung
1 AufgabenWho is a 'Ganga gaye Gangadas'?
The proverb describes an opportunist, not a traveler or a religious person.
🎉 Ergebnis: /1
Häufig gestellte Fragen
1 FragenOnly if you are joking or very frustrated. It is quite strong.
Verwandte Redewendungen
गिरगिट की तरह रंग बदलना
synonymChanging colors like a chameleon
