B2 Expression Formal

अपनी जुबान देना।

apni zubaan dena.

Give one's word.

Meaning

To make a promise or commitment.

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Cultural Background

In rural North India, a 'jubaan' is often considered more binding than a written contract. In traditional Indian business, 'jubaan' is the foundation of long-term partnerships. Hindi literature often features heroes who die to keep their 'jubaan'.

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Use sparingly

Don't use this for small things, or you will sound like a dramatic character in a movie.

Meaning

To make a promise or commitment.

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Use sparingly

Don't use this for small things, or you will sound like a dramatic character in a movie.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

मैंने ___ दी है कि मैं सच बोलूँगा।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: जुबान

The phrase is 'अपनी जुबान देना'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

मैंने ___ दी है कि मैं सच बोलूँगा।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: जुबान

The phrase is 'अपनी जुबान देना'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, if you want to show extreme commitment to a project.

Related Phrases

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जुबान का पक्का

synonym

A person who keeps their word

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जुबान से फिरना

contrast

To break a promise

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