B2
Idiom
Informal
Meaning
To become arrogant or conceited.
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Cultural Background
In North Indian society, this is a common way to warn others about someone's changing character.
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Don't use with elders
It is very rude to say this to someone older than you.
Meaning
To become arrogant or conceited.
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Don't use with elders
It is very rude to say this to someone older than you.
Test Yourself
Which verb completes the idiom?
उसकी आँखों में चर्बी ____ गई है।
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: छा
The idiom is 'आँखों में चर्बी छाना'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Which verb completes the idiom?
Choose
A2
उसकी आँखों में चर्बी ____ गई है।
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: छा
The idiom is 'आँखों में चर्बी छाना'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is gender-neutral.
Related Phrases
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सिर पर चढ़ना
similarTo become spoiled/arrogant
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