A1 Idiom Formal

चाँद पर थूकना

chand par thookna

Spit at the moon.

Meaning

To try to insult or defame a highly respected or honorable person.

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Cultural Background

Often used in rural settings to warn against disrespecting elders. Used in social media debates to defend public figures.

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Use it as a warning

It is most effective when used to warn someone about their own reputation.

Meaning

To try to insult or defame a highly respected or honorable person.

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Use it as a warning

It is most effective when used to warn someone about their own reputation.

Test Yourself

Which postposition is correct?

वह ____ थूक रहा है।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: चाँद पर

The idiom uses 'पर' to indicate the direction of the action.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which postposition is correct? Choose A1

वह ____ थूक रहा है।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: चाँद पर

The idiom uses 'पर' to indicate the direction of the action.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Only if you are being metaphorical about his high status.

Related Phrases

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कीचड़ उछालना

synonym

To throw mud/defame

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