Meaning
To deprive someone of their means of earning a living, causing severe financial hardship.
Cultural Background
The stomach is seen as the center of the family's well-being.
Use with caution
It is a very strong phrase.
Meaning
To deprive someone of their means of earning a living, causing severe financial hardship.
Use with caution
It is a very strong phrase.
Test Yourself
Which situation is appropriate for 'पेट पर लात मारना'?
A) Someone stole my pen. B) My boss fired me without reason.
The phrase is for livelihood, not small items.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesA) Someone stole my pen. B) My boss fired me without reason.
The phrase is for livelihood, not small items.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if they lost their job.
Related Phrases
रोजी-रोटी
synonymLivelihood