जितनी चादर उतने पैर पसारो
jitni chadar utne pair pasaro
Cut your coat according to your cloth
Meaning
Live within your means and don't spend beyond your capacity.
Cultural Background
Often used by parents to teach children the value of money. Shared across many South Asian cultures with similar variations.
Context is key
Use it with a smile to sound like a mentor, not a critic.
Meaning
Live within your means and don't spend beyond your capacity.
Context is key
Use it with a smile to sound like a mentor, not a critic.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
जितनी चादर उतने पैर ______.
The standard form uses 'पसारो'.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercisesजितनी चादर उतने पैर ______.
The standard form uses 'पसारो'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional settings to discuss budgets.
Related Phrases
चादर देखकर पैर पसारना
synonymSame as the main proverb.
