Meaning
To steal something, often discreetly or opportunistically.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in street markets to describe pickpockets. Used humorously among friends to accuse someone of taking a snack.
Context matters
Only use this with friends or in informal storytelling.
Meaning
To steal something, often discreetly or opportunistically.
Context matters
Only use this with friends or in informal storytelling.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
उसने मौका देखकर घड़ी पर ______।
The idiom for stealing is 'haath saaf karna'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसने मौका देखकर घड़ी पर ______।
The idiom for stealing is 'haath saaf karna'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is informal and can be rude if used to accuse someone directly.
Related Phrases
हाथ मारना
synonymTo grab/steal