Signification
Informal way to ask what's happening.
Contexte culturel
In Bangladesh, 'Khobor ki' is often followed by 'Cha khabi?' (Will you have tea?). Tea is the essential accompaniment to any 'khobor' sharing. In Kolkata, 'Ki khobor' is the staple of 'Rock-er Adda' (sitting on the raised porches of old houses to chat). It's a sign of neighborhood solidarity. Younger Bengalis often shorten it to 'KK' in texts or use 'Ki obostha' as a more 'cool' alternative. For Bengalis living abroad, 'Ki khobor' is a powerful way to instantly signal shared heritage and warmth when meeting another Bengali.
The 'Tumi' Rule
Only use this with people you address as 'Tumi' or 'Tui'.
Avoid with Elders
It can sound rude if used with someone much older than you.
Signification
Informal way to ask what's happening.
The 'Tumi' Rule
Only use this with people you address as 'Tumi' or 'Tui'.
Avoid with Elders
It can sound rude if used with someone much older than you.
The Response
A common response is 'এই তো চলছে' (Ei to cholche) - 'It's going on'.
Adda Starter
Use this to start a long conversation, not just a quick hello.
Teste-toi
Choose the most appropriate response to 'কি খবর?' from a friend.
Friend: কি খবর দোস্ত?
Option B is the most natural way to respond and keep the conversation going.
Fill in the blank to complete the casual greeting.
আরে অনেকদিন পর দেখা! ____ খবর কি?
Since the speaker says 'দেখা' (informal) and it's a casual greeting, 'তোর' or 'তোমার' works, but 'তোর' is most common with close friends.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Where is 'কি খবর?' most appropriate?
'কি খবর?' is strictly informal and perfect for friends.
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Aides visuelles
Who to use 'Khobor ki?' with
Yes (Informal)
- • Friends
- • Siblings
- • Classmates
- • Younger cousins
No (Formal)
- • Boss
- • Teachers
- • Grandparents
- • Strangers
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesFriend: কি খবর দোস্ত?
Option B is the most natural way to respond and keep the conversation going.
আরে অনেকদিন পর দেখা! ____ খবর কি?
Since the speaker says 'দেখা' (informal) and it's a casual greeting, 'তোর' or 'তোমার' works, but 'তোর' is most common with close friends.
Where is 'কি খবর?' most appropriate?
'কি খবর?' is strictly informal and perfect for friends.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, if your relationship is casual and you use 'Tumi'. If you use 'Apni' with them (common in some families), use 'Kemon achen'.
There is no real difference in meaning. 'Ki khobor' is slightly more common as an initial greeting.
You can say 'সব ভালো' (All good), 'এই তো চলছে' (It's going on), or 'ভালো, তোমার কি খবর?' (Good, what's your news?)
In writing, 'কী' is technically correct for 'what', but 'কি' is widely accepted in informal contexts.
Only if the email is to a close friend. Never in a professional email.
'Ki obostha' is more modern and 'cool', but 'Ki khobor' is more classic and universal.
No, it's just a greeting. You can give a short update or just say you're fine.
Yes, it is equally popular in both regions.
Only if you are a regular customer and have a friendly relationship.
Use 'আপনার কুশল সংবাদ কি?' (What is the news of your well-being?) - though this is very rare today.
Expressions liées
কেমন আছিস?
similarHow are you? (Informal)
কি অবস্থা?
synonymWhat's the situation?
নতুন কি?
similarWhat's new?
সব ঠিক তো?
similarIs everything okay?
কি খবর বন্ধু?
builds onWhat's up, friend?
