Signification
Introducing an unexpected fact or event.
Contexte culturel
Bengalis take pride in their 'Bhadralok' (gentleman) culture, which values sophisticated speech. Using this phrase correctly marks you as an educated speaker. In rural Bengal, folk storytellers (Putul Nach or Jatra) use similar phrases to keep the audience engaged during long narratives. Bengali news channels (like ABP Ananda or Prothom Alo) use this phrase constantly to introduce 'breaking news' or ironic political developments. On Bengali Facebook (a huge cultural hub), long-form 'status' updates often use this phrase to sound more profound or analytical.
The 'Je' Connector
Add 'যে' (je) after 'হলো' to introduce a long sentence. It acts like 'that' in 'The surprising thing is that...'
Don't Overuse
If every sentence starts with this, you will sound like a clickbait headline. Save it for truly unexpected points.
Signification
Introducing an unexpected fact or event.
The 'Je' Connector
Add 'যে' (je) after 'হলো' to introduce a long sentence. It acts like 'that' in 'The surprising thing is that...'
Don't Overuse
If every sentence starts with this, you will sound like a clickbait headline. Save it for truly unexpected points.
Kolkata vs Dhaka
In West Bengal, 'তাজ্জব ব্যাপার' is more common in speech. In Bangladesh, 'আশ্চর্যের বিষয়' is preferred in formal contexts.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
আশ্চর্যের ______ হলো, সে পরীক্ষায় প্রথম হয়েছে।
'বিষয়' (matter/subject) is the standard word used in this fixed expression.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct version:
The genitive 'আশ্চর্যের' and the copula 'হলো' are both required.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase.
রবিন: তুমি কি জানো, কাল রাতে চোর এসেছিল? সাজিদ: হ্যাঁ, কিন্তু ________ চোরটি কিছুই নেয়নি।
Sajid is introducing a surprising fact (the thief took nothing), so the phrase fits perfectly.
Match the situation to the correct use of the phrase.
Which situation best suits 'আশ্চর্যের বিষয় হলো'?
The phrase is formal and used to highlight unexpected information, making it ideal for reports.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesআশ্চর্যের ______ হলো, সে পরীক্ষায় প্রথম হয়েছে।
'বিষয়' (matter/subject) is the standard word used in this fixed expression.
Select the correct version:
The genitive 'আশ্চর্যের' and the copula 'হলো' are both required.
রবিন: তুমি কি জানো, কাল রাতে চোর এসেছিল? সাজিদ: হ্যাঁ, কিন্তু ________ চোরটি কিছুই নেয়নি।
Sajid is introducing a surprising fact (the thief took nothing), so the phrase fits perfectly.
Which situation best suits 'আশ্চর্যের বিষয় হলো'?
The phrase is formal and used to highlight unexpected information, making it ideal for reports.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it is very appropriate for professional emails when reporting unexpected results or changes.
No, it is considered a grammatical error in standard Bengali.
'আশ্চর্যের বিষয়' is slightly more formal and 'literary' than 'অবাক করা বিষয়'.
No, it is a sentence starter or a connector. It cannot stand alone at the end.
Not at all! It can be used for positive, negative, or neutral surprises.
Add 'সবচেয়ে' (sobcheye) at the beginning: 'সবচেয়ে আশ্চর্যের বিষয় হলো...'
Rarely. Poetry usually uses more direct words like 'বিস্ময়' (vismay) without the 'bishoy holo' structure.
Only if you are being slightly dramatic or formal. For friends, 'জানিস...' is better.
Yes, 'হল' is the older spelling, 'হলো' is the modern standard to reflect pronunciation.
'স্বাভাবিকভাবেই' (Naturally) or 'প্রত্যাশিতভাবেই' (As expected).
Expressions liées
মজার ব্যাপার হলো
similarThe funny/interesting thing is...
দুর্ভাগ্যের বিষয় হলো
contrastThe unfortunate thing is...
আসল কথা হলো
builds onThe real matter is...
অবাক করার মতো
synonymSomething that causes wonder.
