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दूर के ढोल सुहावने

dūr ke ḍhol suhāwane
proverb★Intermediate◆proverb
◆ What It Really Means
The tendency to perceive distant or unfamiliar things as more appealing than they actually are.
¶ Literal Meaning
Distant drums sound pleasant.
Literal Breakdown
दूरdistant+केof+ढोलdrums+सुहावनेpleasant or melodious
◇ Mental Image
The mental image of distant drums sounding more melodious than they would if heard up close, symbolizing the human tendency to idealize things that are not immediately experienced.
◈ When to Use
A friend is planning to move to a new city and is idealizing it without knowing much about it. You might say, 'दूर के ढोल सुहावने होते हैं, पहले जान लेना चाहिए।' (Distant drums sound pleasant; you should find out more first.)
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb is rooted in the Indian cultural context where distant places or things are often romanticized due to the vastness and diversity of the country. It serves as a cautionary reminder to not idealize things without proper understanding.
informalliterary

Things that are distant or not immediately experienced often seem more appealing or pleasant than they actually are.

दूर के ढोल सुहावने होते हैं, इसलिए लोग अक्सर अपने शहर से दूर जाने की कल्पना करते हैं।

Things that are distant often seem more appealing, which is why people often imagine leaving their city.

💡

This proverb highlights the human tendency to romanticize or idealize things that are not immediately accessible.

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दूर की बारातproverb
A distant wedding, often used to describe something that is not yet real or achievable

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

This proverb reflects the Indian cultural tendency to value things that are not immediately available, often due to the vastness and diversity of the country.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage Rule

Use this proverb when advising someone not to romanticize distant or unfamiliar things without proper understanding.

📖Word Origin

This proverb originates from the observation that distant sounds, like the beating of drums, often sound more melodious than they actually are when heard up close.

📝Usage Notes

This proverb is often used to caution against idealizing things or places that are far away or not fully understood.

Word Breakdown

दूर
distant
root
+
ढोल
drum
root
+
सुहावने
pleasant or melodious
root
हिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश

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