C1 Idiom Formal

आस्तीन का साँप होना

aasteen ka saamp hona

Snake in the sleeve

Meaning

To be a hidden enemy; a treacherous person who pretends to be a friend.

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Cultural Background

Often used in family dramas to describe internal conflict. Used to describe office politics.

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Use with caution

This is a strong accusation. Only use it if you are certain of the betrayal.

Meaning

To be a hidden enemy; a treacherous person who pretends to be a friend.

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Use with caution

This is a strong accusation. Only use it if you are certain of the betrayal.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct meaning.

What does 'आस्तीन का साँप' mean?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: b

It refers to a treacherous person who pretends to be a friend.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct meaning. Choose A2

What does 'आस्तीन का साँप' mean?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: b

It refers to a treacherous person who pretends to be a friend.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is gender-neutral.

Related Phrases

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पीठ में छुरा घोंपना

similar

To betray someone

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