Meaning
To avoid or evade one's duties, responsibilities, or hard work.
Cultural Background
In Indian offices, calling someone out for 'जी चुराना' is a serious accusation of lack of commitment. Teachers often use this phrase to motivate students who are capable but lazy.
Context matters
Use this only when you are sure the person is being lazy, not just overwhelmed.
Meaning
To avoid or evade one's duties, responsibilities, or hard work.
Context matters
Use this only when you are sure the person is being lazy, not just overwhelmed.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
वह हमेशा अपने काम से _____ है।
The verb needs to agree with the subject 'वह' in the present tense.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesवह हमेशा अपने काम से _____ है।
The verb needs to agree with the subject 'वह' in the present tense.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt can be, if used to criticize someone's character. Use it carefully.
Related Phrases
काम में मन लगाना
contrastTo put one's heart into work
