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Topsy-turvy
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Meanings of Topsy-turvy
Adjective
- When something is upside-down or not in the right order.
- When things are all mixed up and not neat.
Verb
- To turn something upside down or make it messy.
Adverb
- In an upside-down way.
- In a messy or jumbled way.
Explanation of the word: Topsy-turvy
Topsy-turvy means everything is turned around or upside down. Imagine if your room was all messy and nothing was where it should be!
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Translations for the word: Topsy-turvy
hindi
उल्टा-पुल्टा
ulta-pulta
उल्टा-पुल्टा
ulta-pulta
गड़बड़
gadbad
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Topsy-turvy
What does 'topsy-turvy' mean?
The word 'topsy-turvy' means something is in a state of confusion or disorder, like when things are turned upside down.
How do you pronounce 'topsy-turvy'?
You pronounce 'topsy-turvy' like this: TOP-see-TUR-vee.
What is the origin of the word 'topsy-turvy'?
The word 'topsy-turvy' comes from the 16th century and is a playful way of saying things are mixed up or turned around.
What is the meaning of 'topsy-turvy' in Kannada?
The word 'topsy-turvy' in Kannada is 'ಮರುಗಟ್ಟಿದ' (Marugaṭṭida).