lose your marbles meaning in Hindi

lose your marbles in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CPO 2023 T-2 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the meaning of the given idiom.
   lose your marbles

   Amiss an opportunityBlose respectCbe nervousDgo insane
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) go insane

   Solution:
   The idiom "lose your marbles" means to go insane, become mentally confused, or act irrationally.
   Example: He’s acting so strangely lately, you’d think he’s lost his marbles.
   Option A: miss an opportunity – ❌ incorrect
   Option B: lose respect – ❌ incorrect
   Option C: be nervous – ❌ incorrect
   Option D: go insane – ✔ correct meaning
   Answer: Option D (go insane).

2. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   Lose your marbles

   ATo lower down angerBTo handle stressCTo go insaneDTo be patient
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) To go insane

   Answer: To go insane
   Explanation:
   The idiom lose your marbles means to go insane (पागल हो जाना). It uses “marbles” as a metaphor for mental faculties; losing them implies a severe breakdown. This informal expression highlights sudden loss of sanity, often used humorously.
   • Marbles symbolize mental stability—losing them signals chaos.
   • Use it in casual conversation, not formal contexts.

Examples

• “He must have lost his marbles to quit such a stable job.”

lose your marbles – questions

What is the meaning of lose your marbles in Hindi?

lose your marbles means “पागल हो जाना” in Hindi. In English: To go crazy or lose one's mental faculties

What are the synonyms of lose your marbles?

Synonyms of lose your marbles: go insane, lose one's mind.

What is the opposite of lose your marbles?

Antonyms of lose your marbles: stay sane, remain composed.

Has lose your marbles been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – lose your marbles has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2023 T-2, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC GD 2022 T-1.

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