B2 Expression Neutral

यह तो बस कहने की बात है

yaha ta bsa kahana ka bta ha 1

It's just a saying

Meaning

To imply that something is easily said but not necessarily true or practical.

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Cultural Background

In India, people often use this to humble others who are being boastful.

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Tone matters

Say it with a slight smile to be playful, or a flat tone to be serious.

Meaning

To imply that something is easily said but not necessarily true or practical.

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Tone matters

Say it with a slight smile to be playful, or a flat tone to be serious.

Test Yourself

When should you use this phrase?

A friend says they will win the lottery. You think it's unlikely. What do you say?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: यह तो बस कहने की बात है

It's the perfect way to express skepticism.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
When should you use this phrase? Choose B1

A friend says they will win the lottery. You think it's unlikely. What do you say?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: यह तो बस कहने की बात है

It's the perfect way to express skepticism.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only if you have a very casual relationship.

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