A2 Proverb Neutro

उल्टा चोर कोतवाल को डाँटे।

ulta chor kotwal ko daante

The pot calling the kettle black.

Significado

Someone guilty blaming an innocent person.

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Contexto cultural

The Kotwal was a historical figure, making this very relatable in historical contexts. Used frequently in political debates to call out hypocrisy. The concept of 'Chor' (thief) and 'Kotwal' (guard) is universal in the region.

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Use with emotion

This phrase is best used when you are genuinely frustrated.

Significado

Someone guilty blaming an innocent person.

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Use with emotion

This phrase is best used when you are genuinely frustrated.

Teste-se

Which situation best fits the proverb?

A person who stole a wallet accuses the victim of being careless. Is this 'ulta chor kotwal ko daante'?

✓ Correto! ✗ Quase. Resposta certa: Yes

The thief is blaming the victim, which is the definition of the proverb.

🎉 Pontuação: /1

Recursos visuais

Banco de exercicios

1 exercicios
Which situation best fits the proverb? Choose A2

A person who stole a wallet accuses the victim of being careless. Is this 'ulta chor kotwal ko daante'?

✓ Correto! ✗ Quase. Resposta certa: Yes

The thief is blaming the victim, which is the definition of the proverb.

🎉 Pontuação: /1

Perguntas frequentes

1 perguntas

Yes, it's very common among friends.

Frases relacionadas

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चोर की दाढ़ी में तिनका

similar

A guilty person is always suspicious.

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