Signification
Advising someone to be careful with their words.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'Mukher Lagam' (bridle of the mouth) is a common metaphor. Just as a horse needs a bridle, the tongue needs the mind to control it. In Kolkata, 'Bhadrolok' culture dictates that even in anger, one should not lose their linguistic composure. 'Chinta kore kotha bolun' is a polite way to tell someone they are being 'Abhadro' (impolite). During the 'Bhasha Andolon' (Language Movement), the Bengali language became a symbol of pride. Speaking it correctly and thoughtfully is seen as a tribute to the martyrs who died for the language. Village elders often use proverbs along with this phrase, such as 'Age bhabo, pore koro' (Think first, do later).
The 3-Second Rule
Before replying to a difficult question in Bengali, pause for 3 seconds. This gives you time to formulate the 'Chinta' and shows the other person you are taking them seriously.
Register Matters
Never use 'Chinta kore kotha bol' (informal) with someone older than you. It sounds like a command and is considered very rude.
Signification
Advising someone to be careful with their words.
The 3-Second Rule
Before replying to a difficult question in Bengali, pause for 3 seconds. This gives you time to formulate the 'Chinta' and shows the other person you are taking them seriously.
Register Matters
Never use 'Chinta kore kotha bol' (informal) with someone older than you. It sounds like a command and is considered very rude.
Use with 'Doya Kore'
Adding 'Doya kore' (Please) at the beginning makes this advice sound like a helpful suggestion rather than a criticism.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
রাগ করবেন না, একটু ________ কথা বলুন।
The conjunctive participle 'kore' is required to show the sequence of thinking before speaking.
Match the situation with the most appropriate variation of the phrase.
Situation: You are talking to your younger brother who is being rude.
'Bolo' is the familiar form used for younger siblings.
Complete the dialogue.
Boss: 'এই প্রজেক্টটা কি কালকের মধ্যে শেষ হবে?' Employee: 'স্যার, আমি একটু ________ উত্তর দিচ্ছি।'
In a professional setting, saying you will think before answering shows responsibility.
Which sentence is the most formal?
Choose the most formal way to advise someone to be careful with words.
The addition of 'Doya kore' and the 'bolun' ending makes it the most formal.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesরাগ করবেন না, একটু ________ কথা বলুন।
The conjunctive participle 'kore' is required to show the sequence of thinking before speaking.
Situation: You are talking to your younger brother who is being rude.
'Bolo' is the familiar form used for younger siblings.
Boss: 'এই প্রজেক্টটা কি কালকের মধ্যে শেষ হবে?' Employee: 'স্যার, আমি একটু ________ উত্তর দিচ্ছি।'
In a professional setting, saying you will think before answering shows responsibility.
Choose the most formal way to advise someone to be careful with words.
The addition of 'Doya kore' and the 'bolun' ending makes it the most formal.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo, if said with a calm tone and the formal 'bolun', it is considered wise and helpful advice.
It's risky. Even with 'bolun', it might sound like you are questioning their judgment. Better to say 'আমি কি একটু ভেবে বলতে পারি?' (Can I think and then speak?)
'Chinta' often implies a more serious or analytical thought, while 'Bhabna' can be more imaginative or casual. Both work in this phrase.
Use 'Babu, chinta kore kotha bolo.' (Sweetie, think before you speak.)
Yes, 'ভেবে বলুন' (Bhebe bolun) is a shorter, slightly more direct version.
Expressions liées
ভেবেচিন্তে কাজ করা
similarTo do work after thinking carefully.
মুখ সামলে কথা বলা
specialized formTo watch one's mouth.
কম কথা বলা
contrastTo speak less.
স্পষ্ট করে বলা
builds onTo speak clearly.
