Signification
Planning the use of things not yet obtained.
Contexte culturel
In West Bengal, this idiom is often used by elders to ground younger generations who are influenced by 'get-rich-quick' schemes or social media hype. In Bangladesh, the idiom is frequently seen in political talk shows where analysts criticize parties for announcing cabinet positions before elections are held. The character Kalnemi is a symbol of 'Moha' (delusion). His story serves as a moral lesson that greed without action leads to destruction. Classic authors like Bankim Chandra or Sarat Chandra have used similar mythological allusions to describe the 'Babu' culture of 19th-century Bengal.
Use it for Sarcasm
This idiom is most effective when used with a slight smile or an ironic tone. It's a 'smart' way to tell someone to shut up about their fantasies.
Don't use it for Chili
Remember, 'Lanka' here is the kingdom. If you use it while talking about spicy food, people will be very confused!
Signification
Planning the use of things not yet obtained.
Use it for Sarcasm
This idiom is most effective when used with a slight smile or an ironic tone. It's a 'smart' way to tell someone to shut up about their fantasies.
Don't use it for Chili
Remember, 'Lanka' here is the kingdom. If you use it while talking about spicy food, people will be very confused!
Mythology Matters
Knowing that Kalnemi was a demon adds a layer of 'greed' to the idiom that 'Counting chickens' doesn't have.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct idiom.
চাকরি পাওয়ার আগেই স্যালারি নিয়ে প্ল্যান করা তো _________ ছাড়া আর কিছু নয়।
Planning about salary before getting the job is a classic case of premature spoils division.
Which situation best describes 'কালনেমির লঙ্কা ভাগ'?
একটি পরিস্থিতি বেছে নিন:
Demanding a new house before winning the lottery is exactly what the idiom describes.
What is the origin of this idiom?
এই বাগধারাটির উৎস কী?
The story of Kalnemi and Ravana is found in the Ramayana.
Complete the dialogue.
রহিম: আমি বড় হয়ে রাজা হব। করিম: আগে পড়াশোনা তো শেষ কর, এখনই _________ শুরু করে দিলে?
Karim is mocking Rahim's premature dream of being a king.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesচাকরি পাওয়ার আগেই স্যালারি নিয়ে প্ল্যান করা তো _________ ছাড়া আর কিছু নয়।
Planning about salary before getting the job is a classic case of premature spoils division.
একটি পরিস্থিতি বেছে নিন:
Demanding a new house before winning the lottery is exactly what the idiom describes.
এই বাগধারাটির উৎস কী?
The story of Kalnemi and Ravana is found in the Ramayana.
রহিম: আমি বড় হয়ে রাজা হব। করিম: আগে পড়াশোনা তো শেষ কর, এখনই _________ শুরু করে দিলে?
Karim is mocking Rahim's premature dream of being a king.
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Questions fréquentes
8 questionsHe is a mythological character from the Ramayana, a demon uncle of Ravana.
Only if you are speaking informally with colleagues. In a formal presentation, it might sound too sarcastic.
They mean the same thing, but 'Gachhe kathal' is more common in villages, while 'Kalnemir Lanka Bhag' is more literary.
Yes, in the Ramayana, Lanka is the kingdom of Ravana, which is modern-day Sri Lanka.
It is almost always negative or mocking.
Usually, you use 'করা' (to do). For example: 'সে ভাগ করছে' (He is dividing).
Yes, like planning what to do with a 10-taka prize you haven't won yet.
Yes, it is very common in both West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Expressions liées
গাছে কাঁঠাল গোঁফে তেল
synonymJackfruit on the tree, oil on the mustache.
অজাত পুত্রে ষষ্ঠী পূজা
similarWorshipping the goddess of children for a son not yet born.
আকাশ কুসুম কল্পনা
similarImagining flowers in the sky (castles in the air).
হাতের লক্ষ্মী পায়ে ঠেলা
contrastPushing away the wealth in your hand.
