Meaning
A person or thing with a great reputation but little substance.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in daily life to critique local shops or politicians. Frequently used by film critics to describe big-budget movies that lack a good script. Used to describe startups that have great branding but poor service.
Use it with a sigh
The phrase is best delivered with a slight sigh or a shake of the head to emphasize disappointment.
Darshan meaning
Remember that 'Darshan' is a sacred word. Using it in this context adds a touch of irony.
Meaning
A person or thing with a great reputation but little substance.
Use it with a sigh
The phrase is best delivered with a slight sigh or a shake of the head to emphasize disappointment.
Darshan meaning
Remember that 'Darshan' is a sacred word. Using it in this context adds a touch of irony.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
नाम बड़े और _____ छोटे।
The proverb is 'नाम बड़े और दर्शन छोटे'.
When do you use this?
When something is...
It describes things that have a big reputation but little substance.
Complete the response.
A: 'How was the concert?' B: '_____'
This fits the context of disappointment.
Match the situation.
A famous brand sells a bad product.
This is the perfect scenario for the proverb.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesनाम बड़े और _____ छोटे।
The proverb is 'नाम बड़े और दर्शन छोटे'.
When something is...
It describes things that have a big reputation but little substance.
A: 'How was the concert?' B: '_____'
This fits the context of disappointment.
A famous brand sells a bad product.
This is the perfect scenario for the proverb.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsIt is critical, but not necessarily rude. It is a common way to express a valid opinion.
Yes, it is often used for people who talk big but do nothing.
It is neutral. You can use it in most settings except very formal ones.
That is also perfectly correct and very common.
No, it is a fixed proverb.
Yes, it is very common for places like hotels or shops.
Related Phrases
ऊँची दुकान फीका पकवान
synonymHigh shop, bland food.
खोदा पहाड़ निकली चुहिया
similarDug a mountain, found a mouse.
दिखावा करना
builds onTo show off.
