A1 Idiom Neutral

नाक कटना

naak katna

To lose nose

Bedeutung

To lose honor, dignity, or reputation, usually due to a shameful act.

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Kultureller Hintergrund

The nose is often referred to as 'izzat' (honor). Similar concepts of family honor exist, though the idiom might differ. Collective responsibility is a major cultural pillar.

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Use with 'अपनी'

Use 'अपनी नाक कटवाना' to emphasize that you caused your own shame.

Bedeutung

To lose honor, dignity, or reputation, usually due to a shameful act.

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Use with 'अपनी'

Use 'अपनी नाक कटवाना' to emphasize that you caused your own shame.

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उसने चोरी करके पूरे परिवार की _____ दी।

✓ Richtig! ✗ Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: नाक कटवा

Causative form is needed here.

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उसने चोरी करके पूरे परिवार की _____ दी।

✓ Richtig! ✗ Nicht ganz. Richtige Antwort: नाक कटवा

Causative form is needed here.

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

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It is a strong idiom, use it carefully.

Verwandte Redewendungen

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इज्जत जाना

synonym

To lose honor

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मुंह दिखाना

similar

To show one's face

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