B1 Idiom ニュートラル

पीठ ठोकना

peeth thokna

Applaud

意味

To praise or encourage someone for their efforts or achievement.

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文化的背景

In traditional wrestling, the 'Thok' (thump) is a sign that the wrestler has achieved 'Siddhi' (mastery) over a move. It is a loud, proud sound. While Western offices use 'Good job' emails, Indian managers often prefer a personal touch. A literal pat on the back is still common in Indian SMEs. Physical affection like hugging is sometimes less common than functional touch. 'Peeth Thokna' serves as a bridge of affection between father and son. Heroes are often shown having their backs patted by the community after saving the village, reinforcing the idiom's link to heroism.

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Use with 'ki'

Always remember 'ki' (feminine) because 'Peeth' is a lady in Hindi grammar!

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Don't hit too hard

Literally, 'Thokna' can mean to hammer. Don't use it in a way that sounds like you are hurting someone!

意味

To praise or encourage someone for their efforts or achievement.

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Use with 'ki'

Always remember 'ki' (feminine) because 'Peeth' is a lady in Hindi grammar!

⚠️

Don't hit too hard

Literally, 'Thokna' can mean to hammer. Don't use it in a way that sounds like you are hurting someone!

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Seniority matters

It's most natural when a senior praises a junior. Use it carefully with your boss!

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.

जब राहुल ने स्वर्ण पदक जीता, तो कोच ने उसकी ______ ।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: पीठ ठोकी

The past tense of 'thokna' for a feminine object 'peeth' is 'thoki'.

Which sentence uses the idiom correctly to mean 'praise'?

Select the correct sentence:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: अच्छे काम के लिए सब तुम्हारी पीठ ठोकेंगे।

The idiom is used for positive reinforcement and praise.

Match the situation to the most likely response.

Situation: A student finishes a very difficult PhD thesis.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: उसकी पीठ ठोकना

Finishing a thesis is a major achievement deserving of 'Peeth Thokna'.

Complete the dialogue.

अजय: मैंने आज अपनी पहली सेल (sale) की! विजय: अरे वाह! आज तो बॉस तुम्हारी ______ ।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Both A and B

Both 'thokna' and 'thapthapana' are used for praise.

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4 問題
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom. Fill Blank B1

जब राहुल ने स्वर्ण पदक जीता, तो कोच ने उसकी ______ ।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: पीठ ठोकी

The past tense of 'thokna' for a feminine object 'peeth' is 'thoki'.

Which sentence uses the idiom correctly to mean 'praise'? Choose A2

Select the correct sentence:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: अच्छे काम के लिए सब तुम्हारी पीठ ठोकेंगे।

The idiom is used for positive reinforcement and praise.

Match the situation to the most likely response. situation_matching B1

Situation: A student finishes a very difficult PhD thesis.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: उसकी पीठ ठोकना

Finishing a thesis is a major achievement deserving of 'Peeth Thokna'.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

अजय: मैंने आज अपनी पहली सेल (sale) की! विजय: अरे वाह! आज तो बॉस तुम्हारी ______ ।

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Both A and B

Both 'thokna' and 'thapthapana' are used for praise.

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よくある質問

10 問

It is neutral. You can use it in an office or at home, but not in a legal contract.

Yes, but it sounds boastful. 'मैंने अपनी पीठ खुद ठोकी' (I patted my own back).

The verb changes to 'thoki' if you are talking about the past. 'उसने मेरी पीठ ठोकी।'

'Shabashi' is the word for praise; 'Peeth Thokna' is the idiom for the act of giving it.

Yes, in an informal or semi-formal email to a colleague, it sounds very warm.

No, 90% of the time it is used figuratively in conversation.

People will think you are hitting them. Avoid 'Maarna'!

Yes, Hindi speakers across India understand and use this idiom.

Absolutely, it is very common in Indian schools.

There is no direct opposite idiom, but 'फटकार लगाना' (to scold) is the functional opposite.

関連フレーズ

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शाबाशी देना

synonym

To give praise/bravo

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पीठ थपथपाना

similar

To pat the back

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पीठ दिखाना

contrast

To run away

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लोहा मानना

builds on

To admit someone's superiority

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हौसला बढ़ाना

similar

To encourage

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