B1 Proverb Informal

जो डर गया, सो मर गया।

jo dar gaya, so mar gaya.

He who feared, died.

Meaning

Fear can paralyze and lead to failure or defeat. Be brave.

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Cultural Background

This is a very common phrase in Indian cinema and daily life. It is often used by parents to encourage children to participate in sports. It is considered a 'macho' or 'tough-love' phrase.

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Use it for motivation

Use this when you see someone hesitating to take a step.

Meaning

Fear can paralyze and lead to failure or defeat. Be brave.

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Use it for motivation

Use this when you see someone hesitating to take a step.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

जो डर गया, ____ ____।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: सो मर गया

The correct proverb is 'जो डर गया, सो मर गया'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

जो डर गया, ____ ____।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: सो मर गया

The correct proverb is 'जो डर गया, सो मर गया'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It can be blunt, so use it with friends.

Related Phrases

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डर के आगे जीत है

similar

Victory lies beyond fear.

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