Meaning
To talk illogically or utter absurdities.
Cultural Background
In North India, this is a very common way to describe a heated argument between neighbors. It is often used by parents to warn children about using bad language.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It is very informal.
Meaning
To talk illogically or utter absurdities.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It is very informal.
Test Yourself
Which verb is most commonly used with 'उल्टा सीधा'?
उसने मुझे उल्टा सीधा ______।
The idiom is specifically used with the verb 'to say' (कहा).
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसने मुझे उल्टा सीधा ______।
The idiom is specifically used with the verb 'to say' (कहा).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsAbsolutely not. It is very rude.
Related Phrases
बकवास करना
synonymTo talk nonsense
कहा-सुनी
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