Bedeutung
Making the most of a chance
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Bangladesh, this phrase is often used in the context of 'Bidesh jaoa' (going abroad). If someone gets a visa, relatives will tell them to 'kaje lagano' the opportunity for the sake of the family's future. In Kolkata, there is a strong emphasis on 'Adda' (socializing). However, the younger generation uses this phrase frequently regarding competitive exams like WBCS or UPSC, reflecting a high-pressure academic culture. In farming communities, this phrase is literally tied to the weather. If it rains after a drought, farmers must 'kaje lagano' the wet soil immediately. In the growing tech sectors of Dhaka and Kolkata, 'Networking' is seen as a 'Sujog'. Attending a seminar is not just for learning, but a chance to 'kaje lagano' for career growth.
Use it in Interviews
Saying 'আমি এই সুযোগ কাজে লাগাতে চাই' (I want to utilize this opportunity) makes you sound much more motivated than just saying 'আমি এই চাকরিটা চাই' (I want this job).
Avoid 'Sujog Neoa' for People
If you say 'আমি তার সুযোগ নিয়েছি', it sounds like you cheated or exploited them. Always use 'কাজে লাগানো' for situations.
Bedeutung
Making the most of a chance
Use it in Interviews
Saying 'আমি এই সুযোগ কাজে লাগাতে চাই' (I want to utilize this opportunity) makes you sound much more motivated than just saying 'আমি এই চাকরিটা চাই' (I want this job).
Avoid 'Sujog Neoa' for People
If you say 'আমি তার সুযোগ নিয়েছি', it sounds like you cheated or exploited them. Always use 'কাজে লাগানো' for situations.
The 'Sodbebohar' Alternative
If you are writing a formal letter or an essay, swap 'kaje lagano' for 'sodbebohar kora' to sound more academic.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
তুমি যদি এই চাকরিটা পাও, তবে তোমার এই ______ উচিত।
The sentence means 'If you get this job, you should utilize this opportunity.'
Which sentence uses the phrase correctly in a positive sense?
Select the best sentence:
This sentence shows a positive, productive use of time, which is the core meaning of the phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
A: আমার কাছে একটা স্কলারশিপের অফার আছে। B: বাহ! তোমার তো ______।
B is encouraging A to take the scholarship offer.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
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Aufgabensammlung
3 Aufgabenতুমি যদি এই চাকরিটা পাও, তবে তোমার এই ______ উচিত।
The sentence means 'If you get this job, you should utilize this opportunity.'
Select the best sentence:
This sentence shows a positive, productive use of time, which is the core meaning of the phrase.
A: আমার কাছে একটা স্কলারশিপের অফার আছে। B: বাহ! তোমার তো ______।
B is encouraging A to take the scholarship offer.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Häufig gestellte Fragen
5 FragenYes, in 95% of cases, it implies a productive and positive use of a situation. It's about growth and efficiency.
No, you use it for a *situation* or *time*. To use a person's skills, you would say 'তার দক্ষতাকে কাজে লাগানো'.
The past tense is 'কাজে লাগিয়েছি' (I have used) or 'কাজে লাগিয়েছিল' (He/She used).
Absolutely. You can text a friend: 'সুযোগটা কাজে লাগা!' (Use the chance!)
It's almost identical. 'Kaje lagano' is the natural Bengali way to express 'utilize' in a non-technical way.
Verwandte Redewendungen
সুযোগের সদ্ব্যবহার
synonymMaking the best use of an opportunity.
সুযোগ নেওয়া
similarTaking an opportunity.
হাতছাড়া করা
contrastTo lose or miss an opportunity.
সময় নষ্ট করা
contrastWasting time.
