B2 Proverb Formal

हाथी के दांत खाने के और दिखाने के और।

Hathi ke daant khane ke aur dikhane ke aur.

What appears is not real.

Meaning

Outward appearance can be deceptive, hiding true intentions.

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Cultural Background

Commonly used in rural and urban settings to teach children about integrity. Frequently used in newspapers to criticize politicians.

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Use it sparingly

It's a strong phrase. Don't use it for small things.

Meaning

Outward appearance can be deceptive, hiding true intentions.

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Use it sparingly

It's a strong phrase. Don't use it for small things.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct completion for the proverb.

हाथी के दांत खाने के और ______ के और हैं।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: दिखाने

The proverb is 'खाने के और दिखाने के और'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct completion for the proverb. Choose B1

हाथी के दांत खाने के और ______ के और हैं।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: दिखाने

The proverb is 'खाने के और दिखाने के और'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it's a direct criticism of character.

Related Phrases

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मुंह में राम बगल में छुरी

synonym

Ram on lips, knife in armpit.

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