अपना अपराध भुगतना
उसने दूसरों को धोखा दिया, अब अपना अपराध भुगत रहा है।
He deceived others; now he's facing the consequences.
To suffer the negative outcomes of one's own wrongdoings or mistakes, often implying accountability or punishment.
तुमने झूठ बोला, अब अपना अपराध भुगतो।
You lied; now face the consequences.
उसने दूसरों का नुकसान किया, इसलिए अपना अपराध भुगत रहा है।
He harmed others, so he's suffering the penalty.
Often used in moral or social contexts to emphasize personal responsibility for actions.
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
This idiom reflects the Hindu and Buddhist concept of karma, where actions (good or bad) influence future outcomes. It is often used to teach moral lessons, especially in storytelling or parental advice.
Gold Rule
Usage Scenario
Use this idiom when someone is clearly responsible for their own misfortune. Avoid using it for situations where the consequences are unrelated to the person's actions.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'अपना' (own) + 'अपराध' (crime/offense) + 'भुगतना' (to endure/suffer). 'भुगतना' derives from Sanskrit 'भुज्' (to experience), reflecting the idea of enduring the results of one's actions.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in Hindi-speaking cultures to discuss moral accountability, often in interpersonal conflicts or legal contexts. The idiom carries a tone of inevitability—suggesting that wrongdoers cannot escape the repercussions of their actions.