Meaning
To express deep sorrow or regret, usually by beating one's chest.
Cultural Background
Common in traditional mourning processions. Often used metaphorically in politics to describe 'performative' opposition.
Context is Key
Use it only for intense situations. Don't use it for minor sadness.
Meaning
To express deep sorrow or regret, usually by beating one's chest.
Context is Key
Use it only for intense situations. Don't use it for minor sadness.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
वह अपनी गलती पर ________ रहा है।
The idiom is 'छाती पीटना'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesवह अपनी गलती पर ________ रहा है।
The idiom is 'छाती पीटना'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, but it is dramatic.
Related Phrases
आँसू बहाना
similarTo shed tears
पछताना
builds onTo regret