Meaning
Referring to happiness or prosperity that is temporary and fleeting.
Cultural Background
Often used in Bollywood songs to depict the tragedy of lost love or fame.
Use with caution
Don't use it to hurt someone's feelings.
Meaning
Referring to happiness or prosperity that is temporary and fleeting.
Use with caution
Don't use it to hurt someone's feelings.
Test Yourself
Which situation is best for this idiom?
A friend wins a small prize but thinks they are rich forever. What do you say?
It warns that the money won't last.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesA friend wins a small prize but thinks they are rich forever. What do you say?
It warns that the money won't last.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is cautionary, not necessarily negative.
Related Phrases
क्षणिक सुख
synonymFleeting happiness