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under the weather meaning in Hindi

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under the weather idiom

Meaning: Feeling slightly ill or unwell.

Hindi: थोड़ा अस्वस्थ

Synonyms: unwell, sick, ailing

Antonyms: healthy, fit

Asked in: SSC MTS 2025 · SSC CPO 2024 T-1 · SSC Steno 2024 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 · SSC MTS 2024 · SSC Steno 2023 T-1 · SSC CPO 2022 T-1 · SSC Selection Post Ph-10 2022 ML · SSC CHSL 2021 T-1 · SSC GD 2021 T-1 · SSC Steno 2020 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2019 T-1

under the weather in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
    Reena decided not to go to work today because she was feeling sick.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) under the weather

    The most appropriate idiom to substitute "feeling sick" in the given sentence is:
    "under the weather."
    Explanation:
    • "Under the weather" is a commonly used idiom to describe someone who is feeling unwell or sick.

  2. SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom in the given sentence.
    She’s feeling under the weather today.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: B) She’s not feeling well or is a bit sick.

    The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "under the weather" in the given sentence is:
    She’s not feeling well or is a bit sick.
    The idiom "under the weather" means feeling unwell or sick, often in a mild way.
    The other options do not match the meaning of the idiom:
    • "She’s feeling happy and energetic" is the opposite of "under the weather."
    • "She’s feeling adventurous and ready for a challenge" is unrelated to being sick.
    • "She’s feeling worried about something" is not the meaning of the idiom.
    Thus, the correct answer is "She’s not feeling well or is a bit sick."

  3. SSC Steno 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Identify the meaning of the idiom used in the following sentence.
    I am feeling a bit under the weather.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) feeling slightly ill

    Correct Answer: Feeling slightly ill
    Explanation:
    The idiom "under the weather" means to feel unwell or slightly ill. It is often used to describe a mild illness or not feeling well.

  4. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
    Under the weather
    (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (09-July Shift 2))

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: D) To feel unwell

    Correct Answer: To feel unwell
    Explanation:
    The idiom "under the weather" means feeling sick or unwell, especially due to minor illnesses like colds or fatigue.
    For example:
    "I didn’t go to work today because I was feeling under the weather."
    → This means the person was not feeling well.
    Other options are unrelated to the idiom’s actual meaning.

  5. SSC MTS 2024 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
    Sree did not go to work today, as she was feeling a bit under the weather.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: D) feeling ill

    Correct Answer: feeling ill
    Explanation:
    The idiom "under the weather" means feeling unwell or slightly sick (थोड़ा बीमार महसूस करना).
    So, the most appropriate substitution is "feeling ill".
    feeling nervous – anxious or worried (चिंतित)
    feeling excited – very happy or thrilled (उत्साहित)
    feeling tired – low energy but not necessarily sick (थका हुआ)
    Only feeling ill correctly conveys the meaning of "under the weather."

  6. SSC MTS 2024 Idioms & Phrases

    Select the most appropriate phrase to replace the underlined word.
    She is feelingunwell today, so she will not be going to work.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) under the weather

    Answer: under the weather
    Explanation:
    The phrase "under the weather" means feeling sick or unwell (बीमार महसूस करना).
    • Face like thunder means looking very angry (गुस्से से भरा चेहरा).
    • Chase rainbows means to pursue unrealistic goals (असंभव चीजों का पीछा करना).
    • Head in the clouds means being daydreamy or not paying attention (ध्यान भटकना).
    So, "under the weather" is the correct phrase to replace "unwell."

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under the weather – questions

What is the meaning of under the weather in Hindi?

under the weather means “थोड़ा अस्वस्थ” in Hindi. In English: Feeling slightly ill or unwell.

What are the synonyms of under the weather?

Synonyms of under the weather: unwell, sick, ailing.

What is the opposite of under the weather?

Antonyms of under the weather: healthy, fit.

Has under the weather been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – under the weather has been asked 15 times in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025, SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC Steno 2024 T-1, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024, SSC Steno 2023 T-1, SSC CPO 2022 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-10 2022 ML and more.

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