हाथी के दांत खाने के और दिखाने के और
haathi ke daant khaane ke aur dikhaane ke aur
Elephant's teeth for show, not eating
Signification
Things are not always as they appear; hidden motives.
Contexte culturel
Often used in rural panchayats to call out dishonest village leaders. Used in office settings to describe management hypocrisy.
Context is key
Only use this when you are sure the person is being insincere.
Signification
Things are not always as they appear; hidden motives.
Context is key
Only use this when you are sure the person is being insincere.
Teste-toi
Which situation best fits the proverb?
A person says they love animals but keeps them in small cages.
The person's words (love) contradict their actions (cages).
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesA person says they love animals but keeps them in small cages.
The person's words (love) contradict their actions (cages).
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsIt is a strong criticism, so use it carefully.
Expressions liées
मुंह में राम, बगल में छुरी
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