A1 Proverb 중립

उल्टा चोर कोतवाल को डांटे।

ulta chor kotwal ko daante.

Pot calling kettle black.

The wrongdoer blames the one in authority for their own fault.

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문화적 배경

The term 'Kotwal' is very specific to North Indian history, making this proverb deeply rooted in the region's administrative past. This proverb is frequently used in Indian cinema to depict corrupt or arrogant villains.

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Use with confidence

This is a very punchy proverb. Use it when you want to shut down a hypocritical argument.

The wrongdoer blames the one in authority for their own fault.

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Use with confidence

This is a very punchy proverb. Use it when you want to shut down a hypocritical argument.

셀프 테스트

Which situation best fits the proverb?

When is it appropriate to use 'उल्टा चोर कोतवाल को डांटे'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: b

The proverb specifically refers to a guilty person shifting blame.

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시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

1 연습 문제
Which situation best fits the proverb? Choose A1

When is it appropriate to use 'उल्टा चोर कोतवाल को डांटे'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: b

The proverb specifically refers to a guilty person shifting blame.

🎉 점수: /1

자주 묻는 질문

1 질문

Only if you have a very informal relationship and are 100% sure they are wrong. Otherwise, it is risky.

관련 표현

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चोर की दाढ़ी में तिनका

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The guilty person is always fearful.

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