Meaning
To create one's own unique way of life or career, independent of others.
Cultural Background
In India, this phrase is often used to counter the 'log kya kahenge' (what will people say) mentality. Similar to the American 'self-made' ideal, emphasizing individual grit.
Emphasis
Add 'ही' (hi) after 'खुद' to emphasize: 'अपना रास्ता खुद ही बनाना' (To make one's own path, *specifically*).
Meaning
To create one's own unique way of life or career, independent of others.
Emphasis
Add 'ही' (hi) after 'खुद' to emphasize: 'अपना रास्ता खुद ही बनाना' (To make one's own path, *specifically*).
Test Yourself
Which verb completes the phrase?
उसने अपना रास्ता खुद ______ ।
The idiom requires the verb 'बनाना' (to make).
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसने अपना रास्ता खुद ______ ।
The idiom requires the verb 'बनाना' (to make).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is neutral. It works in both professional and casual settings.
Related Phrases
अपनी लकीर खींचना
synonymTo draw one's own line
