तलवे चाटना

talve chāṭnā
idiomIntermediateidiom
informal

To flatter someone excessively or to act in an overly submissive manner to gain favor or approval.

वह अपने बॉस के सामने तलवे चाटता रहता है।

He constantly flatters his boss.

अगर तुम मेरे साथ तलवे चाटोगे, तो मैं तुम्हारी मदद कर सकता हूँ।

If you flatter me, I can help you.

💡

This idiom is often used in a negative context to describe someone who is overly subservient or insincere in their praise.

Collocations

तलवे चाटनाto flatter excessively

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Related Phrases

तलवे चाटनाidiom
to flatter excessively

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

This idiom is often used in a negative or critical way to describe someone who is being insincere or overly submissive.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

Using this phrase too often can make your speech sound negative or judgmental.

📖Word Origin

The phrase comes from the literal act of 'licking the soles of someone's feet,' which is a traditional gesture of extreme respect or submission in some cultures.

📝Usage Notes

This idiom is commonly used in informal settings to describe someone who is trying to gain favor through excessive flattery.

Word Breakdown

तलवे
soles (of feet)
root
+
चाटना
to lick
root
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