Meaning
To make an incorrect or inappropriate decision or course of action.
Cultural Background
Often linked to the concept of 'Karma'. Choosing the wrong path is seen as a failure of wisdom. Used in parenting to warn children about the dangers of peer pressure.
Focus on Intent
Use this phrase when the person had a choice, not when they were forced.
Meaning
To make an incorrect or inappropriate decision or course of action.
Focus on Intent
Use this phrase when the person had a choice, not when they were forced.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
उसने बहुत मेहनत की, लेकिन अंत में उसने ________।
The context implies a negative outcome, so 'chose the wrong path' fits.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसने बहुत मेहनत की, लेकिन अंत में उसने ________।
The context implies a negative outcome, so 'chose the wrong path' fits.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it sounds too dramatic. Use 'गलत मोड़ ले लिया' instead.
Related Phrases
भटक जाना
synonymTo get lost/stray
सही राह चुनना
contrastTo choose the right path
