Meaning
Advising someone to treat a matter seriously.
Cultural Background
In North India, this is often used by parents to children to ensure they focus on studies. In professional settings, it is used to signal that a deadline is non-negotiable.
Tone matters
Your tone of voice is more important than the words. Keep it firm.
Meaning
Advising someone to treat a matter seriously.
Tone matters
Your tone of voice is more important than the words. Keep it firm.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
यह मामला गंभीर है, इसे _____ में मत लो।
The phrase is 'मजाक में मत लो'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesयह मामला गंभीर है, इसे _____ में मत लो।
The phrase is 'मजाक में मत लो'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but only if the situation is truly serious. Otherwise, it sounds aggressive.
Related Phrases
हल्के में मत लो
synonymDon't take it lightly
गंभीरता से लो
contrastTake it seriously
