B1 Proverb Neutral

धोबी का कुत्ता न घर का, न घाट का

dhobi ka kutta na ghar ka, na ghat ka

Washerman's dog, neither of home nor ghat (Neither here nor there)

Meaning

Someone who belongs nowhere or has no stable position.

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Cultural Background

The dhobi-ghat system is a traditional part of urban and rural life, making the imagery very relatable. This proverb is often used in family settings to advise children to pick a path and stick to it. It is frequently used in political commentary to describe politicians who switch parties and lose support from both sides.

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Use it for emphasis

Use this when you want to highlight the negative consequences of lack of commitment.

Meaning

Someone who belongs nowhere or has no stable position.

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Use it for emphasis

Use this when you want to highlight the negative consequences of lack of commitment.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

धोबी का कुत्ता ____, ____ का।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: न घर का, न घाट

The proverb follows a specific negative structure.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A2

धोबी का कुत्ता ____, ____ का।

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: न घर का, न घाट

The proverb follows a specific negative structure.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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हाँ, यह थोड़ा कठोर हो सकता है। इसे दोस्तों के बीच मज़ाक में या किसी की स्थिति पर टिप्पणी करते समय सावधानी से उपयोग करें।

Related Phrases

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दो नावों पर सवार होना

similar

To try to do two things at once.

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