Bedeutung
If you are right, don't fear
Kultureller Hintergrund
This proverb is a cornerstone of Marathi moral education. Children are taught this from a young age to encourage honesty. Famous authors like P.L. Deshpande have used this proverb to highlight the simple, honest nature of the middle-class 'Manus'. It is often used by lawyers in Maharashtra during closing arguments to emphasize the 'presumption of innocence'. Politicians in Maharashtra frequently use this in press conferences when facing corruption charges to signal they are not afraid of 'ED' or 'CBI'.
Use it as a Retort
This phrase is most effective when used as a short, punchy answer to a suspicious question.
Don't Overuse
If you say it too often, it might actually make you look suspicious, as if you are trying too hard to prove your innocence.
Bedeutung
If you are right, don't fear
Use it as a Retort
This phrase is most effective when used as a short, punchy answer to a suspicious question.
Don't Overuse
If you say it too often, it might actually make you look suspicious, as if you are trying too hard to prove your innocence.
The 'Kar' Pun
Remember that 'Kar' means tax. In a formal business setting, this can be a very clever double entendre.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
कर नाही त्याला ____ कशाला?
The traditional proverb uses 'डर' (dar) for the rhyme.
In which situation would you most likely use this proverb?
Situation: You are accused of breaking a window, but you were at home all day.
The proverb is used to assert innocence and lack of fear.
Choose the best response for Speaker B.
Speaker A: 'पोलिस तुझ्या घरी चौकशीसाठी आले आहेत!' Speaker B: 'येऊ दे, मी काहीच चुकीचे केले नाही. _________'
This is the perfect context for asserting innocence during an inquiry.
What does 'Kar' (कर) literally mean in the historical context of this proverb?
The word 'Kar' refers to:
Historically, 'Kar' meant tax, and those who paid it didn't fear collectors.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenकर नाही त्याला ____ कशाला?
The traditional proverb uses 'डर' (dar) for the rhyme.
Situation: You are accused of breaking a window, but you were at home all day.
The proverb is used to assert innocence and lack of fear.
Speaker A: 'पोलिस तुझ्या घरी चौकशीसाठी आले आहेत!' Speaker B: 'येऊ दे, मी काहीच चुकीचे केले नाही. _________'
This is the perfect context for asserting innocence during an inquiry.
The word 'Kar' refers to:
Historically, 'Kar' meant tax, and those who paid it didn't fear collectors.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenYes, but it sounds a bit dramatic. It's better for serious accusations.
No, 'Bhiti' is more common, but 'Dar' is used here for the proverb's rhythm.
The concept is, but the specific Marathi wording is unique. Hindi speakers use 'Saanch ko aanch nahi'.
Yes, if you are being questioned about your work and you are confident in your honesty.
Verwandte Redewendungen
साँच को आँच नहीं
similarTruth needs no fire (proof).
शुद्ध बीजापोटी फळे रसाळ गोमटी
builds onFrom a pure seed comes sweet fruit.
खोट्याच्या कपाळी गोटा
contrastA liar will eventually be hit on the forehead with a stone.
सत्यमेव जयते
similarTruth alone triumphs.
