Meaning
To make insulting or provocative remarks to someone.
Cultural Background
Taunting is often used by elders to correct behavior in a passive-aggressive way. In modern offices, 'ताना' is seen as unprofessional and can lead to HR complaints.
Context is King
Always check the speaker's tone. If they are smiling, it might just be banter.
Meaning
To make insulting or provocative remarks to someone.
Context is King
Always check the speaker's tone. If they are smiling, it might just be banter.
Test Yourself
Which verb completes the idiom?
वह मुझे ताना ______ है।
The idiom is 'ताना मारना'.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercisesवह मुझे ताना ______ है।
The idiom is 'ताना मारना'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is generally considered rude and provocative.
Related Phrases
कटाक्ष करना
synonymTo make a sarcastic remark
मज़ाक उड़ाना
similarTo make fun of someone
