A2 Idiom Informal

सिर पर चढ़ाना।

sir par chadhana.

To spoil someone.

Meaning

To pamper someone excessively, making them arrogant or unruly.

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Cultural Background

The head is sacred. Touching someone's head is a sign of blessing, but 'climbing' on it is a sign of disrespect. In joint families, elders often warn parents not to 'sir par chadhana' children to ensure they remain disciplined.

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Context is key

Only use this when you want to criticize someone's behavior.

Meaning

To pamper someone excessively, making them arrogant or unruly.

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Context is key

Only use this when you want to criticize someone's behavior.

Test Yourself

Which sentence correctly uses the idiom?

Choose the correct usage:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: a

The idiom is 'सिर पर चढ़ाना'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which sentence correctly uses the idiom? Choose A2

Choose the correct usage:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: a

The idiom is 'सिर पर चढ़ाना'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, if the pet is acting unruly because you spoiled it.

Related Phrases

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सिर चढ़कर बोलना

similar

To be extremely arrogant/influential.

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