pipe dream meaning in Hindi

pipe dream in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the correct idiom that can substitute the italicised group of words in the given sentence.
   You must not participate in the marathon this year without any training. It is an unreal hope on your part!

   Aa pipe dreamBto lose one’s temperCa will-o’-the-wispDcarrying coal to new castle
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) a pipe dream

   Answer: a pipe dream
   Solution:
   • The italicised phrase "an unreal hope" means something that is impossible or unlikely to happen.
   • The idiom “a pipe dream” refers to a hope or plan that is unrealistic or impossible to achieve (असम्भव सपना / अव्यावहारिक आशा). ✅
   • Idiom meanings:
   • A pipe dream – an unrealistic hope or fantasy (अव्यावहारिक सपना) ✅
   • To lose one’s temper – to become angry (गुस्सा हो जाना) ❌
   • A will-o’-the-wisp – something deceptive or misleading (मृगतृष्णा) ❌
   • Carrying coal to Newcastle – doing something pointless or redundant (अनावश्यक काम करना) ❌

2. SSC CGL 2020 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   Pipe dream

   AA dream or idea that keeps getting repeatedBA dream or idea that is nearly accomplishedCA dream or idea that is unlikely to happenDA dream or idea that is loudly proclaimed
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) A dream or idea that is unlikely to happen

   Correct Answer: A dream or idea that is unlikely to happen
   Solution:
   The idiom "pipe dream" refers to a hope, plan, or idea that is very unlikely to be realised or fulfilled — something imaginary or unrealistic.
   It originated from the fantasies experienced by smokers of opium pipes.
   Options (1), (2), and (4) misinterpret the meaning by suggesting repetition, success, or loud expression — none of which fit the actual definition.
   Difficult Words and Meanings:
   pipe dream – an unrealistic or impractical hope or plan – असंभव / अव्यावहारिक सपना
   unlikely – not expected to happen – असंभव / संभावना कम
   proclaimed – announced publicly – सार्वजनिक रूप से घोषित

Examples

• “Becoming a millionaire overnight is just a pipe dream for him.”

pipe dream – questions

What is the meaning of pipe dream in Hindi?

pipe dream means “दिवास्वप्न” in Hindi. In English: An unrealistic hope or fantasy

What are the synonyms of pipe dream?

Synonyms of pipe dream: fantasy, illusion, daydream.

What is the opposite of pipe dream?

Antonyms of pipe dream: reality, fact.

Has pipe dream been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – pipe dream has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC MTS 2021, SSC CGL 2020 T-1.

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