Meaning
To procrastinate or give various pretexts instead of acting.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in household arguments. Used to describe employees who don't meet deadlines.
Context is key
Use it when you are the one waiting for action.
Meaning
To procrastinate or give various pretexts instead of acting.
Context is key
Use it when you are the one waiting for action.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
काम पूरा करने के लिए _____ बंद करो।
The infinitive form is needed here.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesकाम पूरा करने के लिए _____ बंद करो।
The infinitive form is needed here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but be careful. It is better to use 'taal-matol' in very formal settings.
Related Phrases
टाल-मटोल करना
synonymTo procrastinate
हीला-हवाला करना
synonymTo make excuses