Signification
To outshine or defeat an opponent decisively
Contexte culturel
In traditional Punjabi Kabaddi, this phrase is shouted by fans when a 'Raider' touches multiple defenders and returns safely. It signifies the defenders were helpless. Many Punjabi songs (especially in the 'Gangsta' or 'Jatt' genres) use this idiom to describe the singer's dominance over rivals. The phrase is often used in 'Vaars' (heroic ballads) to describe the battles of Sikh Gurus and warriors against larger armies. On Punjabi Twitter/Instagram, you'll see this in the comments of viral debate videos or 'roast' videos.
Use with 'De'
Always remember to put 'de' (ਦੇ) before the phrase to connect it to the person you defeated.
Not for literal cricket
If you just want to say someone hit a six, say 'Chhakka marya.'
Signification
To outshine or defeat an opponent decisively
Use with 'De'
Always remember to put 'de' (ਦੇ) before the phrase to connect it to the person you defeated.
Not for literal cricket
If you just want to say someone hit a six, say 'Chhakka marya.'
Add 'He' for emphasis
Saying 'ਛੱਕੇ ਹੀ ਛੁਡਾ ਦਿੱਤੇ' (Chhakke hi chhuda ditte) adds an extra layer of 'wow' to the victory.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.
ਸਾਡੀ ਟੀਮ ਨੇ ਕੱਲ੍ਹ ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਟੀਮ ਦੇ ______ ______ ਦਿੱਤੇ।
The phrase 'ਛੱਕੇ ਛੁਡਾ ਦਿੱਤੇ' is the standard way to describe a decisive victory.
Which situation is best for using 'Chhakke Chhudauna'?
Choose the best context:
The idiom is used for big, decisive victories.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ਕੀ ਤੂੰ ਮੈਨੂੰ ਹਰਾ ਸਕੇਂਗਾ? B: ਹਾਂ, ਮੈਂ ਤੇਰੇ ______ ______।
B is responding to a challenge with a boast of victory.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesਸਾਡੀ ਟੀਮ ਨੇ ਕੱਲ੍ਹ ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਟੀਮ ਦੇ ______ ______ ਦਿੱਤੇ।
The phrase 'ਛੱਕੇ ਛੁਡਾ ਦਿੱਤੇ' is the standard way to describe a decisive victory.
Choose the best context:
The idiom is used for big, decisive victories.
A: ਕੀ ਤੂੰ ਮੈਨੂੰ ਹਰਾ ਸਕੇਂਗਾ? B: ਹਾਂ, ਮੈਂ ਤੇਰੇ ______ ______।
B is responding to a challenge with a boast of victory.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo, you can use it for exams, business, arguments, or any competitive situation.
It's boastful, but not necessarily rude among friends. It's very common in casual Punjabi culture.
Yes! You can say 'ਮੈਂ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੇ ਛੱਕੇ ਛੁਡਾ ਦਿੱਤੇ' (I crushed them).
It means 'sixes' (plural of Chhakka).
Yes, 'ਸ਼ਿਕਸਤ ਦੇਣੀ' (Shikast deni) or 'ਹਰਾਉਣਾ' (Harauna) are more formal.
Expressions liées
ਦੰਦ ਖੱਟੇ ਕਰਨਾ
synonymTo defeat someone thoroughly
ਮਾਤ ਦੇਣੀ
similarTo checkmate/defeat
ਧੂੜ ਚਟਾਉਣੀ
synonymTo make someone lick the dust
ਹਾਰ ਮੰਨਣੀ
contrastTo accept defeat
