Meaning
To appear in public, often after a period of absence or shame.
Cultural Background
The concept of 'Izzat' (honor) is paramount. Showing one's face after a scandal is considered a sign of audacity. Family reputation is often collective. One person's shame affects the whole family's ability to 'show their face'.
Context is key
Always check if the situation involves shame before using this phrase.
Meaning
To appear in public, often after a period of absence or shame.
Context is key
Always check if the situation involves shame before using this phrase.
Test Yourself
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गलती करने के बाद वह किसी को _____ लायक नहीं रहा।
The idiom is 'मुँह दिखाना'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesगलती करने के बाद वह किसी को _____ लायक नहीं रहा।
The idiom is 'मुँह दिखाना'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but it sounds very serious and dramatic.
Related Phrases
मुँह छिपाना
synonymTo hide one's face
आँखें मिलाना
contrastTo look in the eye
