कान का कच्चा

/kɑːn kɑː kət͡ʃːɑː/◆idiom
gullible

वह तो कान का कच्चा है, किसी की भी बात पर विश्वास कर लेता है।

He's so gullible—he believes anything anyone says.

◆ What It Really Means
easily deceived or overly trusting of what one hears
Literal Meaning
raw/unripe of the ear
Literal Breakdown
कानear+काof+कच्चाraw/unripe
◇ Mental Image
The image of an 'unripe ear' suggests an undeveloped or soft ear, metaphorically implying a lack of discernment or critical thinking when listening.
◈ When to Use
A person who blindly believes rumors, gossip, or persuasive lies without verifying facts. For example, someone who falls for scams or fake news headlines.
◉ Cultural Note
This idiom reflects a cultural emphasis on skepticism and wisdom in Hindi-speaking communities. The ear is metaphorically linked to one's ability to judge information.
informal

easily deceived or tricked because one believes everything they hear

उसका भाई कान का कच्चा है, इसलिए ठग उसका पैसा ले गए।

His brother is so gullible that con artists took his money.

Often used to describe someone who is naive or overly trusting.

Related Phrases

कान खानाidiom
to trick or deceive someone by speaking persuasively
कान का पक्काidiom
someone who is not easily fooled

Pro Tip

Usage Tip

Use 'कान का कच्चा' to describe someone who believes everything they hear without questioning it. It’s often used in a critical or teasing tone.

Word Origin

Literal meaning is 'raw/unripe of the ear,' implying an undeveloped or immature ability to judge what is heard. The idiom metaphorically suggests susceptibility to deception due to lack of critical thinking.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in everyday speech to describe someone who is easily fooled. Avoid using in formal contexts unless quoting colloquial dialogue.

Word Breakdown

कान
ear
root
+
का
of
grammatical particle
+
कच्चा
raw/unripe
adjective
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