C1 Expression Informal

सिर फिर जाना

sir phir jana

To lose one's head

Meaning

To become arrogant or conceited due to success or power.

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Cultural Background

In North Indian society, elders often use this phrase to warn youngsters about the dangers of losing their roots. It is frequently used in office gossip to describe colleagues who get promoted and stop being helpful.

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Context is key

Only use this with people you know well, as it is a strong accusation.

Meaning

To become arrogant or conceited due to success or power.

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Context is key

Only use this with people you know well, as it is a strong accusation.

Test Yourself

Which sentence correctly uses the phrase?

Choose the correct context for 'सिर फिर जाना'.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: b

The phrase is used for behavioral changes due to success.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which sentence correctly uses the phrase? Choose B1

Choose the correct context for 'सिर फिर जाना'.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: b

The phrase is used for behavioral changes due to success.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but usually in a self-reflective way: 'मुझे डर है कि कहीं मेरा सिर न फिर जाए।'

Related Phrases

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हवा में उड़ना

synonym

To be arrogant/proud

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जमीन से जुड़े रहना

contrast

To stay humble

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