Hindi Expression · Intermediate
उल्लू बनाना
to make a fool of, to prank
Pronunciation: /ʊl.luː bə.nɑː.nɑː/
Meaning
to make a fool of, to prank
Example
कांग्रेसी नारे लगा रहे थे कि अन्ना वापस जाओ तथा जनता को उल्लू बनाना बंद करो।
The Congress supporters were shouting slogans demanding that Anna leave and to stop making fools of the public.
Practice tips
- Practice उल्लू बनाना out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Hindi expression is for intermediate-level learners.