दलाल (dalal)

d̪əlaːlinsult, occupational

What does दलाल (dalal) mean? दलाल (dalal) is a Hindi strong that translates to “pimp / broker / agent” in English.

broker / middleman / pimp

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"pimp / broker / agent"

Middleman; profiteer; pimp.

Dalal hai tu! (You are a pimp/broker!)

Context

  • Informal settings where profanity is accepted
  • Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
  • Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

  • Professional or formal settings
  • Around elders or authority figures
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

Accuses someone of being a parasitic middleman or pimp. Common in political discourse ('dalali' = brokering). Professional insult rather than personal.

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