المعنى
To greet someone in a polite or friendly way.
خلفية ثقافية
In Bangladesh, welcoming a guest often involves 'Mishti' (sweets) and 'Shorbot' (juice). It is considered rude to just say 'Welcome' without offering food. During Durga Puja, the 'Agomoni' songs are sung to welcome the Goddess. This is a spiritual application of 'Swagoto.' The 'Boron' ceremony is a specific type of welcome where the mother-in-law welcomes the bride with a lamp and sweets. In modern Kolkata or Dhaka offices, 'Swagoto janano' is used in emails to welcome new clients, often followed by 'Looking forward to working with you.'
The '-কে' Rule
Always remember to add '-কে' (ke) to the person you are welcoming. It's 'Tomake swagoto,' not 'Tumi swagoto.'
Smile is Key
In Bengal, the verbal welcome is always accompanied by a gentle nod and a smile. Body language is 50% of the phrase.
المعنى
To greet someone in a polite or friendly way.
The '-কে' Rule
Always remember to add '-কে' (ke) to the person you are welcoming. It's 'Tomake swagoto,' not 'Tumi swagoto.'
Smile is Key
In Bengal, the verbal welcome is always accompanied by a gentle nod and a smile. Body language is 50% of the phrase.
Don't Overuse
If you say this to your roommate every time they come home from the grocery store, they will think you are being sarcastic!
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'জানানো'.
আমি গতকাল অতিথিদের স্বাগত ______।
The word 'গতকাল' (yesterday) indicates the past tense, so 'জানালাম' is correct.
Which sentence is the most formal and correct?
How do you welcome a new boss?
'Swagoto janachhi' is the standard formal compound verb for this context.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match: 1. বরণ করে নেওয়া, 2. স্বাগত জানানো, 3. অভ্যর্থনা জানানো
'Boron' is for rituals, 'Swagoto' is general, 'Obhyorthona' is for official receptions.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Where to use it
Places
- • Home
- • Office
- • Airport
Events
- • Wedding
- • Seminar
- • Puja
بنك التمارين
3 تمارينআমি গতকাল অতিথিদের স্বাগত ______।
The word 'গতকাল' (yesterday) indicates the past tense, so 'জানালাম' is correct.
How do you welcome a new boss?
'Swagoto janachhi' is the standard formal compound verb for this context.
Match: 1. বরণ করে নেওয়া, 2. স্বাগত জানানো, 3. অভ্যর্থনা জানানো
'Boron' is for rituals, 'Swagoto' is general, 'Obhyorthona' is for official receptions.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةYes, 'Swagotom' is a perfect one-word welcome for signs, banners, or quick greetings.
Yes, you can welcome a new year, a new law, or a new season.
'Swagoto' is the general word for welcome, while 'Obhyorthona' specifically implies a formal reception or ceremony.
Do NOT use 'Swagoto.' Use 'Dhonnyobad' (You're welcome/Thanks) or 'Thik ache' (It's okay).
Yes, it is identical and equally common in both regions.
Absolutely. It's a very professional way to start an email to a new contact.
It functions as an adjective meaning 'welcomed,' but in this compound verb, it acts as the noun-base.
'Biday janano' (to say goodbye) or 'Protyakhan kora' (to reject/refuse).
Use 'Shobaike swagoto janachhi' (I welcome everyone).
Yes, if the teacher is a guest at an event organized by the student.
عبارات ذات صلة
অভ্যর্থনা
synonymReception/Greeting
বরণ
specialized formRitualistic welcome
বিদায় জানানো
contrastTo say goodbye
শুভেচ্ছা জানানো
similarTo give well-wishes
