at sixes and sevens meaning in Hindi

at sixes and sevens in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the following idiom.
   At sixes and sevens

   AHaving disputeBIn happy moodCIn disorderDHeavy rains
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) In disorder

   Here's an explanation of the idiom "At sixes and sevens":
   The phrase "at sixes and sevens" means to be in a state of confusion, disorder, or disarray. It suggests a situation where things are not organized or are chaotic.
   Explanation of the options:
   • Having dispute – While a dispute can cause confusion, this idiom does not specifically refer to disagreements or arguments. It's more about a general state of disorder, not conflict.
   • In happy mood – This is the opposite of the meaning of the idiom. The phrase describes a negative state of disorder, not happiness.
   • In disorder – This is the correct meaning. The idiom refers to things being out of order, chaotic, or in confusion.
   • Heavy rains

2. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: At sixes and sevens

   AIn chaos or confusionBIn complete agreementCIn complete harmonyDIn a calm state
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) In chaos or confusion

   Correct Answer: Option 1 — "In chaos or confusion"
   "At sixes and sevens" is an idiom meaning in a state of confusion, disorder, or disarray.
   Origin: The phrase dates back to medieval England and likely originated from a dice game (hazard), where rolling a six or seven was considered a particularly risky move, creating uncertainty and confusion.
   Usage: 'After the office renovation, everything was at sixes and sevens for a week.' = Everything was in chaos/disarray.
   Why other options are wrong:
   Option 2 'In complete agreement' — the OPPOSITE; the idiom describes disorder, not consensus.
   Option 3 'In complete harmony' — also the OPPOSITE; harmony implies order and peace, not confusion.
   Option 4

3. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase:
   "At sixes and sevens"

   AIf someone is anxious before sitting an examinationBIf someone is in depressionCIf someone is in a state of confusionDIf someone is super happy
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) If someone is in a state of confusion

   Correct Answer: Option 3 — "If someone is in a state of confusion"
   "At sixes and sevens" = in a state of total confusion, disorder, or disarray; muddled; not well organised ; in disagreement. ✓
   Example: 'After the surprise announcement, the entire office was at sixes and sevens.' = The office was in complete confusion and disorder. ✓
   Origin: The phrase comes from an old dice game where rolling 'six' and 'seven' (impossible with standard dice) was associated with taking a reckless risk; later evolved to mean confusion and disorder. ✓
   Why other options are wrong:
   Option 1 'anxious before an examination' = examination anxiety. 'At sixes and sevens' describes general confusion and disorder, not

4. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Matriculation Level) Idioms & Phrases

   What does the idiom/phrase 'at sixes and sevens' mean?

   AIn a state of confusion or disorderBWorking with complete disciplineCIn agreement on all pointsDExperiencing rapid success
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) In a state of confusion or disorder

   Meaning: at sixes and sevens = in a state of total confusion or disorder *(अस्त-व्यस्त, गड़बड़ी की हालत में)*.
   *After the sudden transfer of the manager, the whole office was at sixes and sevens.*
   
   Origin.
   From a medieval dice game: *to set on six and seven* meant to stake everything recklessly on the riskiest throw.
   Chaucer used it; the sense moved from "careless risk" to "chaos".
   
   Why the others are wrong.
   #B Working with complete discipline *(पूरे अनुशासन से काम करना)* — the opposite; the idiom for it is *run a tight ship*.
   #B In agreement on all points *(हर बात पर सहमत होना)* — that is *see eye to eye*.
   #B Experiencing rapid success *(तेज़ी से सफलता पाना)* — that is *go great guns* or *g

Examples

• “After the move, the office was at sixes and sevens.”

at sixes and sevens – questions

What is the meaning of at sixes and sevens in Hindi?

at sixes and sevens means “अस्त-व्यस्त / गड़बड़ी में” in Hindi. In English: In a state of confusion or disorder

What are the synonyms of at sixes and sevens?

Synonyms of at sixes and sevens: confused, disorganized, chaotic.

What is the opposite of at sixes and sevens?

Antonyms of at sixes and sevens: organized, orderly, systematic.

Has at sixes and sevens been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – at sixes and sevens has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Matriculation Level), SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 GL, SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024.

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