معنی
To be extremely angry.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Pakistani dramas, this phrase is a staple for 'angry father' or 'jealous rival' characters. It's often accompanied by dramatic music. In the Hindi-Urdu belt, 'Aag Bagola' is used in street-side arguments (Lafda) to describe the escalation of a fight. Classical poets use 'Bagola' to describe the wandering spirit in the desert, but 'Aag Bagola' is strictly for rage in modern prose. On Urdu Twitter/X, people use the 🔥 emoji alongside this phrase to mock over-the-top political reactions.
Use with 'Par'
When saying who you are angry at, use the preposition 'par' (on). E.g., 'Mujh par aag bagola mat ho' (Don't be a fireball on me).
Too Strong?
Be careful! Calling someone 'Aag Bagola' to their face might make them even angrier because it sounds like you are describing them as out of control.
معنی
To be extremely angry.
Use with 'Par'
When saying who you are angry at, use the preposition 'par' (on). E.g., 'Mujh par aag bagola mat ho' (Don't be a fireball on me).
Too Strong?
Be careful! Calling someone 'Aag Bagola' to their face might make them even angrier because it sounds like you are describing them as out of control.
Drama Queen
Use this phrase when telling stories to make them sound more dramatic and engaging.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'Hona'.
جب اس نے میرا موبائل توڑا، میں آگ بگولہ ______۔
Since the speaker is likely masculine (implied) or general, 'ho gaya' is the standard past tense.
Which situation best fits 'Aag Bagola Hona'?
Choose the correct scenario:
This idiom describes extreme, visible anger.
Complete the dialogue.
A: سارہ کیوں چلا رہی ہے؟ B: وہ ______ ہو رہی ہے کیونکہ اس کا کام ڈیلیٹ ہو گیا۔
'Aag Bagola' fits the context of shouting (chilla rahi) and losing work.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
When to use Aag Bagola
High Intensity
- • Arguments
- • Betrayal
- • Big Mistakes
Low Intensity (Don't use)
- • Small delays
- • Mild dislike
- • Quiet mood
بانک تمرین
3 تمرینهاجب اس نے میرا موبائل توڑا، میں آگ بگولہ ______۔
Since the speaker is likely masculine (implied) or general, 'ho gaya' is the standard past tense.
Choose the correct scenario:
This idiom describes extreme, visible anger.
A: سارہ کیوں چلا رہی ہے؟ B: وہ ______ ہو رہی ہے کیونکہ اس کا کام ڈیلیٹ ہو گیا۔
'Aag Bagola' fits the context of shouting (chilla rahi) and losing work.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, but only change the verb: 'Wo aag bagola ho gai.' Do not say 'aag bagoli'.
It's not a swear word, but it is very informal. Don't use it in a formal letter to a boss.
It's a dust devil or a small whirlwind common in hot, dry areas.
Almost. 'Lal Peela' focuses on the face turning colors, while 'Aag Bagola' focuses on the explosive energy.
Only if you mean 'to make someone else angry.' E.g., 'Usne mujhe aag bagola kar diya.'
Yes, occasionally to describe a fiery lover or an angry character.
You can say 'Main aag bagola ho raha hoon.'
Yes, it is common throughout Pakistan and North India.
Yes, if the child is having a very big tantrum.
Thanda hona (to cool down) or pur-sukoon hona (to be peaceful).
عبارات مرتبط
لال پیلا ہونا
similarTo turn red and yellow with anger.
طیش میں آنا
synonymTo come into a state of rage.
آگ لگانا
contrastTo set fire / to instigate.
پارہ چڑھنا
similarMercury rising (blood pressure/anger).
