A2 Collocation Neutral

बात मानना

baat manna

To obey

Meaning

To follow instructions or comply with a request.

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Cultural Background

Respect for elders is paramount. 'Baat maanna' is a sign of a 'sanskaari' (well-cultured) person. In modern offices, it is used to show alignment with team goals.

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Context is key

Always check if the person is asking for compliance or just attention.

Meaning

To follow instructions or comply with a request.

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Context is key

Always check if the person is asking for compliance or just attention.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

उसने अपने गुरु की ____ मानी।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: बात

The idiom is 'baat maanna'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

उसने अपने गुरु की ____ मानी।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: बात

The idiom is 'baat maanna'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it can sound defiant.

Related Phrases

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कहना मानना

synonym

To follow what is said.

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आज्ञा का पालन करना

specialized form

To follow orders.

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