Meaning
To be astonished, amazed, or surprised by something impressive or shocking.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in daily speech to emphasize shock. Used by authors to describe characters' reactions. Frequently used in headlines to grab attention.
Use it for emphasis
Don't use it for small surprises; save it for big ones.
Check the preposition
Always use 'तले' (under), never 'में' (in).
Meaning
To be astonished, amazed, or surprised by something impressive or shocking.
Use it for emphasis
Don't use it for small surprises; save it for big ones.
Check the preposition
Always use 'तले' (under), never 'में' (in).
Test Yourself
Complete the idiom.
जादूगर का करतब देखकर सबने दाँतों _____ उँगली दबा ली।
The idiom is 'दाँतों तले उँगली दबाना'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesजादूगर का करतब देखकर सबने दाँतों _____ उँगली दबा ली।
The idiom is 'दाँतों तले उँगली दबाना'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
No, it is only for surprise.
Related Phrases
हैरान रह जाना
synonymTo be surprised
आँखें फटी रह जाना
similarTo be wide-eyed with shock
