रस्सी जल गई पर ऐंठन न गई
rassi jal gayi par aithan na gayi
Rope burned, but twist remains
Meaning
A person loses everything but still retains their arrogance.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in rural and urban settings to criticize political figures. Often used in satirical writing to depict the fall of the aristocracy. Used in office environments to describe managers who retain their ego after a project failure.
Focus on the visual
Visualize the burnt rope to remember the meaning instantly.
Meaning
A person loses everything but still retains their arrogance.
Focus on the visual
Visualize the burnt rope to remember the meaning instantly.
Test Yourself
Which word completes the proverb?
रस्सी जल गई पर _____ न गई।
The proverb refers to the twist (ainthan) of the rope.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesरस्सी जल गई पर _____ न गई।
The proverb refers to the twist (ainthan) of the rope.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is judgmental and critical. Use it carefully.
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