Signification
To show dissatisfaction through facial expressions.
Contexte culturel
In Nepali households, children are often told 'मुख नबिगार' (Don't pull a face) as a lesson in gratitude and politeness, especially during meals. Non-verbal dissent is a common way to show disagreement without being overtly confrontational, which is often avoided in hierarchical societies. In Newari culture, facial expressions during traditional feasts (Bhoj) are closely watched; 'Mukha Bigārnu' could be seen as an insult to the host. Younger generations use 'Mukha Bigārnu' ironically or in memes to describe 'first world problems' or relatable annoyances.
Watch the Context
Use this phrase to describe children or close friends. Using it for elders can be slightly impolite.
Don't be Literal
Remember, if you say someone's mouth is 'bigrieko' (spoiled/broken), people might think they need a doctor!
Signification
To show dissatisfaction through facial expressions.
Watch the Context
Use this phrase to describe children or close friends. Using it for elders can be slightly impolite.
Don't be Literal
Remember, if you say someone's mouth is 'bigrieko' (spoiled/broken), people might think they need a doctor!
Use with 'Bitti kai'
It sounds very natural to say '...dekhne bitti kai mukha bigāryo' (pulled a face as soon as they saw...).
Silent Language
In Nepal, 'Mukha Bigārnu' is often the first sign of a negotiation going south. Pay attention to it!
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'मुख बिगार्नु'.
नमिठो तरकारी देखेपछि भाइले ______।
The subject 'भाइ' (brother) is singular and the action happened in the past (after seeing the food).
Which situation best fits the idiom 'मुख बिगार्नु'?
Sita is very happy with her birthday gift.
'Mukha Bigārnu' is for negative reactions, not positive ones.
Complete the dialogue.
A: तिमी किन ______? B: मलाई यो काम गर्न मन छैन।
A is asking 'Why are you making a face?' based on B's reluctant reply.
Match the reaction to the situation.
Situation: The teacher gave extra homework on Friday.
Students usually pull a face when given extra homework.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Facial Idioms Comparison
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesनमिठो तरकारी देखेपछि भाइले ______।
The subject 'भाइ' (brother) is singular and the action happened in the past (after seeing the food).
Sita is very happy with her birthday gift.
'Mukha Bigārnu' is for negative reactions, not positive ones.
A: तिमी किन ______? B: मलाई यो काम गर्न मन छैन।
A is asking 'Why are you making a face?' based on B's reluctant reply.
Situation: The teacher gave extra homework on Friday.
Students usually pull a face when given extra homework.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt's not a swear word, but it describes a rude action. Calling someone out for it can be confrontational.
Yes! 'मैले मुख बिगारेँ' (I made a face) is perfectly fine to describe your own reaction.
There isn't a single idiom, but 'मुख उज्यालो पार्नु' (to brighten the face) is a good contrast.
While it says 'mouth,' it generally implies the whole facial expression including eyes and forehead.
No, it's too informal. Use 'असन्तुष्टि' (dissatisfaction) instead.
Yes, but 'Mukha Bigārnu' specifically emphasizes the mouth's role in the frown.
It becomes 'उनीहरूले मुख बिगारे' (They pulled a face).
Yes, many folk songs use it to describe a lover's playful annoyance.
Yes, pouting is a form of 'Mukha Bigārnu'.
Use 'मुखमा चोट लाग्नु' (to have an injury on the mouth) instead to avoid confusion.
Expressions liées
मुख अँध्यारो पार्नु
similarTo have a gloomy/sad face
नाक खुम्च्याउनु
similarTo wrinkle one's nose
मुख लाग्नु
contrastTo talk back/argue
खुसी हुनु
contrastTo be happy
चित्त बुझाउनु
contrastTo be satisfied
