Meaning
To indicate that there is no alternative course of action available.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in rural areas due to the agricultural root of 'chara'. Used to justify layoffs or budget cuts.
Use 'ke alawa'
Always pair it with 'ke alawa' to sound natural.
Meaning
To indicate that there is no alternative course of action available.
Use 'ke alawa'
Always pair it with 'ke alawa' to sound natural.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
मेरे पास _________ कोई चारा नहीं है।
The structure is [Action] + ke alava + koi chara nahi.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesमेरे पास _________ कोई चारा नहीं है।
The structure is [Action] + ke alava + koi chara nahi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, that's the literal meaning. Use it for life choices.
Related Phrases
कोई विकल्प नहीं
synonymNo alternative
मजबूरी है
similarIt is a compulsion