A2 Idiom अनौपचारिक

В одно ухо влетело, в другое вылетело

в одно ухо влетело в другое вылетело

In one ear and out the other

मतलब

Forgetting something immediately.

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सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि

Teachers often use this phrase to scold students who stare out the window. It's part of a 'pedagogical arsenal' of idioms meant to encourage focus. The idiom appears in many classic Soviet comedies, often used by characters who are overwhelmed by bureaucracy or complex instructions. It's a very 'maternal' idiom. Mothers use it to express a mix of frustration and resignation when their children ignore advice. With the rise of smartphones, the idiom has seen a resurgence in describing 'screen-time distraction' where people hear voices but only see their screens.

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Use it for yourself

It's a great, humble way to apologize for forgetting something without sounding too serious.

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Don't use with the boss

It can sound a bit childish or disrespectful if used toward a superior.

मतलब

Forgetting something immediately.

💡

Use it for yourself

It's a great, humble way to apologize for forgetting something without sounding too serious.

⚠️

Don't use with the boss

It can sound a bit childish or disrespectful if used toward a superior.

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The 'V' connection

Practice the 'v' sound connecting to 'odno'—it should sound like one word 'vodno'.

खुद को परखो

Fill in the missing verbs in the correct form (past tense, neuter).

Я всё забыл! В одно ухо ______, в другое ______.

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: влетело / вылетело

The idiom uses the neuter past tense 'влетело' and 'вылетело' to refer to the information.

Which situation best fits the idiom?

Когда уместно сказать 'В одно ухо влетело, в другое вылетело'?

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Когда вы забыли купить хлеб, хотя жена просила вас об этом три раза.

The idiom is used for forgetting or not paying attention to information.

Match the Russian phrase with its English equivalent.

Match the following:

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: a

These are all related to listening and attention.

Complete the dialogue.

— Ты опять забыл мой день рождения! — Прости, у меня на работе такой стресс, что всё...

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: в одно ухо влетело, в другое вылетело

This is the most natural way to explain forgetting something due to distraction.

🎉 स्कोर: /4

विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स

Listening Idioms

Idiom
В одно ухо влетело In one ear, out the other
Meaning
Забыл сразу Forgot immediately

अभ्यास बैंक

4 अभ्यास
Fill in the missing verbs in the correct form (past tense, neuter). Fill Blank A2

Я всё забыл! В одно ухо ______, в другое ______.

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: влетело / вылетело

The idiom uses the neuter past tense 'влетело' and 'вылетело' to refer to the information.

Which situation best fits the idiom? Choose A2

Когда уместно сказать 'В одно ухо влетело, в другое вылетело'?

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Когда вы забыли купить хлеб, хотя жена просила вас об этом три раза.

The idiom is used for forgetting or not paying attention to information.

Match the Russian phrase with its English equivalent. Match B1

बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: a

These are all related to listening and attention.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

— Ты опять забыл мой день рождения! — Прости, у меня на работе такой стресс, что всё...

✓ सही! ✗ बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: в одно ухо влетело, в другое вылетело

This is the most natural way to explain forgetting something due to distraction.

🎉 स्कोर: /4

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

Yes, it's perfect for that. 'Это слово у меня в одно ухо влетело, в другое вылетело.'

Only if the email is to a close colleague or friend. It's too informal for a client email.

There isn't one single idiom, but 'зарубить на носу' (to notch on one's nose) means to remember something forever.

Because it refers to 'слово' (word) or 'сказанное' (what was said), both of which are neuter in Russian.

It can be a mild reproach. It's like saying 'You aren't listening to me.' Use with caution.

Yes: 'Если ты не будешь слушать, у тебя всё в одно ухо влетит, в другое вылетит.'

Sometimes people just say 'В одно ухо влетело...' and let the listener finish the thought.

No, it usually means they are distracted, bored, or just not paying attention at that moment.

Yes, 'В одно ухо вошло, в другое вышло' is a common and correct variation.

Occasionally, in opinion pieces or lighthearted articles about education or public forgetfulness.

संबंधित मुहावरे

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Пропустить мимо ушей

similar

To ignore something intentionally.

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Слушать вполуха

similar

To listen with only half-attention.

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Как об стенку горох

similar

Like peas against a wall (useless to talk).

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Держать ушки на макушке

contrast

To be very alert and attentive.

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