Meaning
To state something clearly and directly, without hesitation or ambiguity.
Cultural Background
In North Indian business culture, this phrase is often used to avoid future litigation or confusion. Often used in family settings to resolve long-standing disputes. Used as a sign of respect for the listener's time.
Use with 'कहना'
Always pair it with a verb of speaking like 'कहना' or 'बताना'.
Meaning
To state something clearly and directly, without hesitation or ambiguity.
Use with 'कहना'
Always pair it with a verb of speaking like 'कहना' or 'बताना'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
उसने मुझे ____ बता दिया कि वह नहीं आएगा।
The idiom requires the reduplicated form.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसने मुझे ____ बता दिया कि वह नहीं आएगा।
The idiom requires the reduplicated form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt depends on the tone. It can be assertive or rude.
Related Phrases
दो-टूक कहना
synonymTo speak bluntly
खुलकर बोलना
similarTo speak openly
स्पष्ट करना
builds onTo clarify
