Cut Both Ways: Meaning in Hindi & English

What does “cut both ways” mean?

“Cut both ways” is an idiomatic expression that describes a situation where the same action or decision can have two opposite and conflicting results – one that benefits and the other that harms.

“Cut both ways” का अर्थ है कि एक ही कार्रवाई या फैसला दो विपरीत और टकरावपूर्ण परिणामों को अनुभव कर सकता है – एक जो लाभदायक होता है और दूसरा जो हानिकारक होता है।

Example sentences in English and its meaning in Hindi

1. Her remark cut both ways, it was both flattering and insulting. (उसकी टिप्पणी दोनों तरफ़ फायदेमंद और नुकसानदायक थी।)
2. The new law cuts both ways, it protects both companies and consumers. (नया कानून दोनों तरफ़ में काम करता है, यह कंपनियों और उपभोक्ताओं दोनों को संरक्षित करता है।)
3. The internet can cut both ways, providing a wealth of information while also presenting potential dangers. (इंटरनेट दोनों तरफ से काम आ सकता है, एक ओर संचार का एक आधार होते हुए सूचनाएँ प्रदान करता है जबकि दूसरे खतरे भी होते हैं।)

When do we use “cut both ways”?

The idiom “cut both ways” is used in situations where a particular action, decision, or situation can have either of two opposite effects. It is often used when there is a potential benefit as well as a potential disadvantage in a given situation. This phrase can be used in various contexts, such as politics, business, or personal relationships.

Translating “cut both ways” in Hindi

In Hindi, the closest translation for the idiom “cut both ways” is “दोनों तरफ काम आना” (Donon taraf kaam aana), which means to get benefits from both sides of the situation or result.

हिंदी में, “cut both ways” मुहावरे का सबसे करीबी अनुवाद “दोनों तरफ काम आना” है, जिसका अर्थ होता है कि स्थिति या परिणाम के दोनों तरफ से लाभ प्राप्त करना।