हर चमकने वाली चीज़ सोना नहीं होती
har chamakne wali cheez sona nahi hoti
All that glitters is not gold.
Meaning
Appearances can be deceptive; not everything that looks valuable is.
Cultural Background
Often used by parents to warn children about strangers. Used in markets to warn against counterfeit goods.
Use it as a warning
It's best used when you want to sound wise and cautious.
Meaning
Appearances can be deceptive; not everything that looks valuable is.
Use it as a warning
It's best used when you want to sound wise and cautious.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
हर चमकने वाली चीज़ ______ नहीं होती।
The proverb specifically mentions gold (सोना).
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesहर चमकने वाली चीज़ ______ नहीं होती।
The proverb specifically mentions gold (सोना).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is very common to use it for people who seem nice but are not.
Related Phrases
ऊँची दुकान, फीका पकवान
similarHigh reputation, poor quality.
