Signification
To say something without hesitation.
Contexte culturel
In Kolkata, this phrase is often used in 'Adda' (intellectual gossip sessions). It shows you are part of the 'in-group' and value blunt honesty over social niceties. In Dhaka, the phrase is very common in urban slang among students. It’s often used in 'Confession' pages on social media where people are urged to 'Jhere kasha' their secrets. Filmmakers like Satyajit Ray or Rituparno Ghosh used this phrase to show a character breaking their silence or social mask. It’s a powerful dramatic tool. In modern Bengali tech startups, this phrase is being used to encourage 'radical candor'. It’s a way to tell employees that it's okay to disagree with the boss.
Use it for emphasis
Add 'একটু' (ektu - a bit) before 'jhere kasha' to make it sound slightly more persuasive and less like a harsh command.
Avoid with elders
Never use this with your grandparents or teachers unless you have a very, very informal relationship. It can be seen as 'tarkata' (disrespectful).
Signification
To say something without hesitation.
Use it for emphasis
Add 'একটু' (ektu - a bit) before 'jhere kasha' to make it sound slightly more persuasive and less like a harsh command.
Avoid with elders
Never use this with your grandparents or teachers unless you have a very, very informal relationship. It can be seen as 'tarkata' (disrespectful).
The 'Adda' vibe
This phrase is the soul of a Bengali 'Adda'. Use it when you want to transition from small talk to 'real' talk.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
তুমি কেন ভয় পাচ্ছ? যা বলার ______ কাশো।
The idiom is 'Jhere Kasha'. 'Jhere' is the correct participle.
Which situation is most appropriate for 'Jhere Kasha'?
In which scenario would you say 'Jhere kasho'?
It is an informal phrase used to demand honesty from friends.
Complete the dialogue.
A: আমি একটা ভুল করেছি। B: কী ভুল? ______ কাশো তো!
The context of admitting a mistake calls for the idiom 'Jhere Kasha'.
Match the phrase to the meaning.
Match 'Jhere Kasha' with its figurative meaning.
The figurative meaning is to speak frankly.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesতুমি কেন ভয় পাচ্ছ? যা বলার ______ কাশো।
The idiom is 'Jhere Kasha'. 'Jhere' is the correct participle.
In which scenario would you say 'Jhere kasho'?
It is an informal phrase used to demand honesty from friends.
A: আমি একটা ভুল করেছি। B: কী ভুল? ______ কাশো তো!
The context of admitting a mistake calls for the idiom 'Jhere Kasha'.
Match 'Jhere Kasha' with its figurative meaning.
The figurative meaning is to speak frankly.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt depends on the relationship. Between friends, it's a sign of closeness. To a stranger, it's quite rude.
Only in informal writing like texts, social media, or dialogue in a story. Avoid it in formal essays.
The opposite would be 'Kotha gopon kora' (hiding words) or 'Ghumiye thaka' (staying silent/avoiding).
Not always. It can also mean giving a very honest opinion or getting to the point in a business deal.
Use 'Khule bolun' (Please speak openly) instead.
Yes, it is universally understood and used in both regions.
Yes, but usually you'd just say 'Kasha'. 'Jhere kasha' implies a very thorough, intentional cough.
No, it has been around for decades, but its popularity in urban slang is increasing.
That is the 'tui' form (very informal). Use it only with very close friends or younger siblings.
Absolutely not. It is far too casual.
Expressions liées
খুলে বলা
synonymTo speak openly
পেট থেকে কথা বের করা
similarTo extract words from the stomach
মুখ খোলা
similarTo open one's mouth
প্যাঁচাল পাড়া
contrastTo talk nonsense or beat around the bush
