B2 Expression Neutral

बात को घुमाना।

baat ko ghumana.

Beat around the bush.

Meaning

To avoid directly addressing a topic; to speak indirectly.

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Cultural Background

In India, indirectness is often a sign of politeness. However, 'बात को घुमाना' is specifically used when that politeness crosses into deception. In modern offices, directness is becoming more common, making this phrase a common way to call out time-wasting.

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Be direct

If you want to sound professional, use this phrase to set boundaries.

Meaning

To avoid directly addressing a topic; to speak indirectly.

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Be direct

If you want to sound professional, use this phrase to set boundaries.

Test Yourself

Which sentence correctly uses the phrase?

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: वह बात को घुमा रहा है।

The idiom for avoiding a topic is 'बात को घुमाना'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which sentence correctly uses the phrase? Choose A2

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: वह बात को घुमा रहा है।

The idiom for avoiding a topic is 'बात को घुमाना'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it can be rude. Use it only when you are frustrated.

Related Phrases

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बात टालना

synonym

To dodge the topic

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गोल-मोल बातें

similar

Vague talk

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