कोल्हू का बैल
वह कोल्हू का बैल बनकर सालों से बिना वेतन के काम कर रहा है।
He has been working like a bull in a kolhu for years without pay.
A person who works extremely hard and tirelessly but gains little or no benefit or recognition, often exploited or taken for granted.
उसके मालिक ने उसे कोल्हू का बैल बना रखा है, दिन-रात काम करवाता है।
His boss treats him like a bull in a kolhu, making him work day and night.
वह राजनीति में कोल्हू का बैल बनकर रह गया है।
He has become a bull in a kolhu in politics.
Often used to describe someone who is overworked and undervalued, especially in labor or political contexts.
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Pro Tip
Context Matters
Use 'कोल्हू का बैल' when emphasizing exploitation or unrecognized effort. Avoid using it for general hard work unless the context involves unfair treatment.
Gold Rule
Idiom vs. Literal
This is an idiom; never use it literally. Do not confuse it with actual bulls or oil presses.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'कोल्हू' (kolhu, an oil press traditionally powered by a bull) and 'बैल' (bull). Historically, a bull tied to a kolhu would work endlessly to press oil, symbolizing relentless labor without reward.
Usage Notes
Primarily used in North India. The imagery evokes the traditional agricultural practice where a bull was forced to walk in circles to operate an oil press, reflecting unending toil. Modern usage extends to any context of exploitation or mindless labor.