B2 Argot Argot

भाव खाना

bhav khana

To act pricey/snobbish

Signification

To pretend to be superior or unavailable, often for attention.

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Contexte culturel

In North Indian markets, bargaining is a social ritual. 'भाव खाना' is a common complaint against stubborn shopkeepers. In the context of dating apps, 'भाव खाना' is the standard term for ghosting or slow-replying.

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Context is key

Only use this with friends. It can sound rude to strangers.

Signification

To pretend to be superior or unavailable, often for attention.

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Context is key

Only use this with friends. It can sound rude to strangers.

Teste-toi

Which sentence correctly uses 'भाव खाना'?

A) वह बहुत भाव खा रहा है। B) मैंने भाव खाया।

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : A

It is usually used in the continuous tense to describe ongoing behavior.

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Banque d exercices

1 exercices
Which sentence correctly uses 'भाव खाना'? Choose B1

A) वह बहुत भाव खा रहा है। B) मैंने भाव खाया।

✓ Correct ! ✗ Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : A

It is usually used in the continuous tense to describe ongoing behavior.

🎉 Score : /1

Questions fréquentes

1 questions

It can be, depending on the tone. Use it playfully.

Expressions liées

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नखरे दिखाना

synonym

To show tantrums

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अकड़ दिखाना

similar

To show arrogance

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