Signification
Postponing a conversation to a later time
Contexte culturel
In Kolkata, the phrase is often delivered with a slightly rising intonation on 'bolchi', making it sound like a polite request for patience. In Dhaka, especially among the youth, you might hear 'একটু পরে ব্যাক করছি' (Ektu pore back korchi), blending English 'back' into the Bengali structure. In the growing tech hubs of Bengaluru or Dhaka, this phrase is often used to manage 'Slack' or 'WhatsApp' fatigue. In villages, people might be more specific about the delay, such as 'কাজটা সেরে কথা বলছি' (Talking after finishing the work).
The 'Ektu' Softener
Always include 'Ektu' (a little). Without it, 'Pore kotha bolchi' can sound like you are annoyed with the person calling.
The Time Buffer
In Bengali culture, 'ektu pore' usually means anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes. If it's longer, specify the time.
Signification
Postponing a conversation to a later time
The 'Ektu' Softener
Always include 'Ektu' (a little). Without it, 'Pore kotha bolchi' can sound like you are annoyed with the person calling.
The Time Buffer
In Bengali culture, 'ektu pore' usually means anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes. If it's longer, specify the time.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
আমি এখন মিটিংয়ে আছি, একটু ____ কথা বলছি।
'Pore' means later, which is necessary to postpone the conversation.
Which sentence is the most natural way to tell a friend you'll call them back in 5 minutes?
Select the best option:
This is the standard, polite, and natural expression for this situation.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
Person A: কিরে, ফোন ধরছিস না কেন? Person B: আরে দোস্ত, আমি ড্রাইভ করছি, ________।
In the context of driving, postponing the call is the only logical response.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Situation: You are at a bank counter and your brother calls.
It explains where you are and why you need to talk later.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesআমি এখন মিটিংয়ে আছি, একটু ____ কথা বলছি।
'Pore' means later, which is necessary to postpone the conversation.
Select the best option:
This is the standard, polite, and natural expression for this situation.
Person A: কিরে, ফোন ধরছিস না কেন? Person B: আরে দোস্ত, আমি ড্রাইভ করছি, ________।
In the context of driving, postponing the call is the only logical response.
Situation: You are at a bank counter and your brother calls.
It explains where you are and why you need to talk later.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsNo, as long as you add a polite title like 'Sir' or 'Ma'am' and perhaps a brief reason (e.g., 'I'm in another meeting').
'Bolchi' is present continuous and feels immediate. 'Bolbo' is future and feels more distant or vague.
Yes, it is very common in WhatsApp and SMS. You can even shorten it to 'Pore kotha bolchi'.
Expressions liées
পরে কথা হবে
similarTalk will happen later.
একটু ব্যস্ত আছি
builds onI am a bit busy.
ফোন করছি
specialized formI am phoning (you).
