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What is the difference between Muhavara (Idiom) and Lokokti (Proverb)?

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Muhavara (Idiom) vs Lokokti (Proverb):

  • Muhavara: Phrase or expression that conveys a figurative meaning distinct from its literal meaning; incomplete sentence that requires integration into a sentence (e.g., अंगूठा दिखाना, ९ दो ११ होना).
  • Lokokti: Self-contained traditional folk saying reflecting collective community wisdom; complete independent sentence (e.g., नाच न जाने आंगन टेढ़ा).
  • Grammatical Difference: Muhavara acts as a clause/phrase; Lokokti stands alone as a sentence.

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