Meaning
To speak carelessly or without restraint, often saying inappropriate things.
Cultural Background
In rural North India, the horse metaphor is very literal as horses were common transport. In modern offices, this is used to describe employees who lack 'professionalism'.
Use it for character description
It's best used to describe someone's personality rather than a single event.
Meaning
To speak carelessly or without restraint, often saying inappropriate things.
Use it for character description
It's best used to describe someone's personality rather than a single event.
Test Yourself
Which person would you describe as having 'मुँह में लगाम न होना'?
A person who...
The idiom describes impulsive, unrestrained speech.
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1 exercisesA person who...
The idiom describes impulsive, unrestrained speech.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is a criticism. Use it carefully.
Related Phrases
मुँहफट
synonymBlunt person
जुबान पर काबू रखना
contrastTo control one's tongue
