A2 Idiom Informal

अँगूठा दिखाना।

angutha dikhana.

To refuse directly.

Meaning

To flatly refuse help or a request, often disrespectfully.

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Cultural Background

Showing the thumb is a very common way to express defiance. It is considered a rude gesture in almost all contexts.

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Avoid in formal settings

Never use this with your boss or elders.

Meaning

To flatly refuse help or a request, often disrespectfully.

⚠️

Avoid in formal settings

Never use this with your boss or elders.

Test Yourself

What does 'अँगूठा दिखाना' mean?

अँगूठा दिखाना का क्या अर्थ है?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मना करना

It means to refuse.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
What does 'अँगूठा दिखाना' mean? Choose A2

अँगूठा दिखाना का क्या अर्थ है?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: मना करना

It means to refuse.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is generally considered a rude way to refuse someone.

Related Phrases

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मना करना

synonym

To refuse

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धोखा देना

similar

To betray

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