English idiom
Speak of the devil
Meaning
Said when a person you were just talking about appears or calls unexpectedly.
हिंदी अर्थ
जिसकी बात हो रही हो उसका अचानक आ जाना; नाम लिया और वह आ गया
When to use it
Use it, usually lightly, when someone walks in or phones just as you mention them.
Examples
1. We were just discussing who will lead the farewell party, and speak of the devil, here comes Rohan!
हम अभी बात ही कर रहे थे कि विदाई पार्टी कौन सँभालेगा, और नाम लेते ही रोहन आ गया!
2. I was telling Mom about my cousin's wedding plans, and speak of the devil, he called right then.
मैं माँ को अपने चचेरे भाई की शादी की तैयारियों के बारे में बता ही रहा था कि उसी वक़्त उसका फ़ोन आ गया।
Similar Hindi muhavara
नाम लिया और शैतान हाज़िर
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