play with fire meaning in Hindi

play with fire in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2021 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   Play with fire

   ATo fight an opponentBTo spread knowledgeCTo do something dangerousDTo be courageous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) To do something dangerous

   Explanation:
   Correct Answer: To do something dangerous
   • Meaning: To take a risk that could lead to serious trouble or danger (ऐसा काम करना जो खतरनाक हो सकता है / जोखिम लेना).
   • Example: He's playing with fire by trusting that dishonest contractor.
   ❌ Explanation of Other Options:
   • To fight an opponent
   • Meaning: किसी प्रतिद्वंदी से लड़ना.
   • ❌ Doesn't convey the risk or danger involved in "playing with fire."
   • To spread knowledge
   • Meaning: ज्ञान फैलाना.
   • ❌ Completely unrelated to the idiom’s meaning.
   • To be courageous
   • Meaning: साहसी होना.
   • ❌ While courage may involve risk, "playing with fire" implies recklessness or danger, not bravery.
   🟢 So, the correct option is: To do something dan

Examples

• “Ignoring safety rules is like playing with fire.”

play with fire – questions

What is the meaning of play with fire in Hindi?

play with fire means “खतरे से खेलना” in Hindi. In English: To take a dangerous risk

What are the synonyms of play with fire?

Synonyms of play with fire: take a risk, court danger, gamble, tempt fate.

Has play with fire been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – play with fire has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2021 T-1, SSC MTS 2021, SSC CHSL 2020 T-1.

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