Meaning
To be unable to control one's words, often speaking impulsively or rudely.
Cultural Background
In traditional households, elders often use this to correct children who speak out of turn. It is a common trope in Bollywood movies where a hero or villain is told this to show their rebellious nature.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It is very confrontational.
Meaning
To be unable to control one's words, often speaking impulsively or rudely.
Context is key
Only use this with people you know well. It is very confrontational.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
उसकी _____ पर लगाम नहीं है।
The idiom specifically refers to the tongue (ज़बान).
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesउसकी _____ पर लगाम नहीं है।
The idiom specifically refers to the tongue (ज़बान).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is a criticism of someone's behavior.
Related Phrases
मुंह बंद रखना
similarTo keep one's mouth shut
सोच-समझकर बोलना
contrastTo speak after thinking
