B1 Idiom Neutral

पहाड़ तोड़ना

pahaugdha taugdhana

to break a mountain

Meaning

To perform an extremely difficult or monumental task requiring immense effort.

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Cultural Background

The phrase is deeply linked to the story of Dashrath Manjhi. It is used to praise someone's 'himmat' (courage). Used in office settings to praise high-performing teams.

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Use it for big wins

Only use this for major achievements, not small tasks.

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Know the legend

Knowing about Dashrath Manjhi makes you sound like a native speaker.

Meaning

To perform an extremely difficult or monumental task requiring immense effort.

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Use it for big wins

Only use this for major achievements, not small tasks.

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Know the legend

Knowing about Dashrath Manjhi makes you sound like a native speaker.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

उसने अपनी मेहनत से ______ दिया।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: पहाड़ तोड़

The idiom is 'pahaad todna'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank B1

उसने अपनी मेहनत से ______ दिया।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: पहाड़ तोड़

The idiom is 'pahaad todna'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

No, it's too dramatic. Use it for major life goals.

It's neutral. You can use it in a speech or with friends.

Related Phrases

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आसमान सिर पर उठाना

similar

To create a huge ruckus

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दिन-रात एक करना

builds on

To work day and night

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