Meaning
Something that is extremely inexpensive, almost worthless.
Cultural Background
In rural North India, soil is the primary asset. Calling something 'mitti ke mol' is a powerful way to show it has lost its status. In modern urban markets, this is used jokingly when someone gets a great deal on clothes or gadgets.
Use with verbs
Always pair this with a verb like 'बेचना' (sell) or 'मिलना' (to be found/available).
Meaning
Something that is extremely inexpensive, almost worthless.
Use with verbs
Always pair this with a verb like 'बेचना' (sell) or 'मिलना' (to be found/available).
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
उसने अपनी ज़मीन _____ बेच दी।
The idiom for very cheap is 'मिट्टी के मोल'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसने अपनी ज़मीन _____ बेच दी।
The idiom for very cheap is 'मिट्टी के मोल'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is strictly for objects or assets.
Related Phrases
कौड़ियों के भाव
synonymAt the price of shells
पानी के भाव
synonymAt the price of water
