Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence.

I just went to Bali on a backpacking trip and did everything by the ear without any itinerary.

The correct answer is: Option 2 i.e., by improvisation.

Key Points

• The idiom "by the ear" means doing something without a set plan, relying instead on improvisation or instinct. (बिना योजना के, अचानक, सुधार करते हुए)
  • Example: The team decided to play the game by the ear, adapting their strategy as they went along.
• "By improvisation" refers to creating or performing something spontaneously or without preparation. (तुरंत, बिना पूर्व तैयारी के)
  • Example: The speech was given by improvisation as the speaker had lost his notes.
• Hence, the idiom "by the ear" corresponds to "by improvisation."

Therefore, the correct answer is: by improvisation.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• By spreading rumors (अफवाह फैलाकर): Telling or distributing false information.
  • Example: He tried to ruin her reputation by spreading rumors.
• While criticising (आलोचना करते हुए): Expressing disapproval or finding fault.
  • Example: She ruined the mood by criticizing everyone's ideas.
• By asking (पूछकर): Obtaining information by making a request.
  • Example: You can get the directions by asking a local.