معنی
Putting in a lot of effort into a task.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Bangladesh, 'কঠিন পরিশ্রম' is often associated with the 'struggle for existence' (জীবনযুদ্ধ). It is a highly respected trait, especially in rural areas where physical labor is the backbone of the economy. In the urban middle-class culture of Kolkata, 'কঠিন পরিশ্রম' is heavily emphasized in the context of competitive exams (like JEE or UPSC). It is seen as the only way to move up the social ladder. Among Bengalis living abroad (UK, USA, Middle East), this phrase is often used to describe the 'immigrant hustle'—working multiple jobs or studying while working to build a better life. Many poems and songs by Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam celebrate the 'shromik' (worker) and their 'porishrom', viewing it as a sacred act that builds the nation.
Use with 'করা'
Always remember that 'kothin porishrom' is a noun phrase. To say 'to work hard', you must add the verb 'kora' (to do).
Avoid 'Hard' as 'Shokto'
In Bengali, 'shokto' also means hard (like a rock), but you can NEVER say 'shokto porishrom'. It must be 'kothin' or 'kothor'.
معنی
Putting in a lot of effort into a task.
Use with 'করা'
Always remember that 'kothin porishrom' is a noun phrase. To say 'to work hard', you must add the verb 'kora' (to do).
Avoid 'Hard' as 'Shokto'
In Bengali, 'shokto' also means hard (like a rock), but you can NEVER say 'shokto porishrom'. It must be 'kothin' or 'kothor'.
The Emphatic '-ই'
Add '-ই' to 'porishrom' (পরিশ্রমই) to say 'It is hard work [and nothing else] that...' This is very common in motivational writing.
Respect the Laborer
When talking about manual laborers, using 'কঠিন পরিশ্রম' shows more respect than using 'খাটুনি', which can sometimes sound dismissive.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
সাফল্য পেতে হলে আমাদের ______ করতে হবে।
'কঠিন পরিশ্রম' is the standard collocation for 'hard work' in the context of achieving success.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'He is working hard for the exam'?
সে পরীক্ষার জন্য...
'কঠিন পরিশ্রম করা' is the correct verbal phrase.
Match the phrase to the most appropriate situation.
Situation: A farmer working in the sun from 5 AM to 6 PM.
Long hours of manual labor in difficult conditions is the definition of 'kothin porishrom'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: তোমার রেজাল্ট এত ভালো হলো কীভাবে? B: _________________।
Hard work is the logical explanation for a good result.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Work vs. Effort
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاসাফল্য পেতে হলে আমাদের ______ করতে হবে।
'কঠিন পরিশ্রম' is the standard collocation for 'hard work' in the context of achieving success.
সে পরীক্ষার জন্য...
'কঠিন পরিশ্রম করা' is the correct verbal phrase.
Situation: A farmer working in the sun from 5 AM to 6 PM.
Long hours of manual labor in difficult conditions is the definition of 'kothin porishrom'.
A: তোমার রেজাল্ট এত ভালো হলো কীভাবে? B: _________________।
Hard work is the logical explanation for a good result.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt is neutral. It works in both formal speeches and casual chats with friends.
Yes, it is very common for studying, coding, or any mental effort.
'Kothin' is more common and general. 'Kothor' is more formal and implies strictness or rigor.
You say 'আমি একজন পরিশ্রমী মানুষ' (Ami ekjon porishromi manush).
Yes, 'জান লড়িয়ে দেওয়া' (Jan loriye dewa - fighting with one's life) is a common slang for working extremely hard.
Yes, it's a very common way to encourage children to study.
No, it refers to any significant expenditure of energy, mental or physical.
'Shokto' refers to physical texture (like a hard wall). 'Kothin' refers to difficulty or intensity.
Yes, it is a Tatsama word, meaning it comes directly from Sanskrit.
Only if you are talking about 'working hard' on the relationship, but it sounds a bit clinical.
عبارات مرتبط
কঠোর পরিশ্রম
similarRigorous/Stern hard work
আপ্রাণ চেষ্টা
builds onHeart-and-soul effort
অধ্যবসায়
similarPerseverance
খাটুনি
specialized formToil/Labor
আলস্য
contrastLaziness
