Idioms, proverbs and phrases
Common idioms, proverbs and fixed expressions in Manipuri and their meanings.
What this topic covers
Idioms and proverbs are fixed expressions whose meaning is not the sum of their words. Questions may ask the meaning of an idiom, which idiom fits a situation, or appear inside passages.
How to learn them
- Learn idioms in context: write the idiom, its meaning and a sentence using it.
- Group them by theme (effort, money, friendship, time) so they are easier to remember.
- Note whether an idiom is positive or negative in tone.
Exam tip
If you do not know an idiom, use the situation in the sentence. The idiom must fit what is happening.
Practice questions
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