Signification
Someone who has a lot of money.
Contexte culturel
In Kolkata, wealth is often associated with the 'Bonedi' families (old aristocrats). Calling someone a 'dhonī byakti' here often implies they have a long family history of wealth. In Bangladesh, the term is frequently used in the context of 'Zakat' (religious almsgiving). Wealthy individuals are expected to calculate their wealth and distribute a portion to the needy. Among Bengalis living abroad, 'dhonī byakti' is used to describe successful professionals or business owners in the community, often with a sense of pride. In villages, a 'dhonī byakti' is often someone who owns a lot of farmland or a large 'pukur' (pond). Their status is tied to land rather than just cash.
Use for respect
When talking about someone's parents or elders who are wealthy, always use 'ধনী ব্যক্তি' instead of 'বড়লোক' to show respect.
Avoid 'Damī'
Never call a person 'damī' (expensive). It sounds like they are for sale!
Signification
Someone who has a lot of money.
Use for respect
When talking about someone's parents or elders who are wealthy, always use 'ধনী ব্যক্তি' instead of 'বড়লোক' to show respect.
Avoid 'Damī'
Never call a person 'damī' (expensive). It sounds like they are for sale!
Philanthropy
In Bengali culture, wealth is often discussed alongside 'dan' (charity). Use 'ধনী ব্যক্তি' when discussing someone's contributions to society.
Plural form
Remember to use 'ব্যক্তিরা' (byaktira) for people and 'ব্যক্তিবর্গ' (byaktibargo) for a formal group.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'wealthy person'.
তিনি একজন ______ হিসেবে অনেক দান করেন।
'ধনী ব্যক্তি' is the correct singular form to match 'তিনি একজন'.
Which sentence is the most formal?
Choose the best way to describe a wealthy businessman in a report.
'তিনি একজন ধনী ব্যক্তি' uses the honorific 'tini' and the formal collocation 'dhonī byakti'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Where would you most likely hear 'ধনী ব্যক্তি'?
It is a formal term used in professional and media contexts.
Complete the dialogue.
A: আপনি কি তাকে চেনেন? B: হ্যাঁ, তিনি এই এলাকার একজন ______।
The noun 'byakti' is needed to complete the description of the person.
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Aides visuelles
Synonyms for Wealthy
Formal
- • ধনী ব্যক্তি
- • বিত্তবান
- • ধনাঢ্য
Informal
- • বড়লোক
- • টাকাওয়ালা
Dhonī vs. Borolok
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesতিনি একজন ______ হিসেবে অনেক দান করেন।
'ধনী ব্যক্তি' is the correct singular form to match 'তিনি একজন'.
Choose the best way to describe a wealthy businessman in a report.
'তিনি একজন ধনী ব্যক্তি' uses the honorific 'tini' and the formal collocation 'dhonī byakti'.
Where would you most likely hear 'ধনী ব্যক্তি'?
It is a formal term used in professional and media contexts.
A: আপনি কি তাকে চেনেন? B: হ্যাঁ, তিনি এই এলাকার একজন ______।
The noun 'byakti' is needed to complete the description of the person.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
14 questionsYes, 'ব্যক্তি' (byakti) can refer to both men and women.
Yes, you can say 'তিনি ধনী' (He is wealthy), but 'ধনী ব্যক্তি' is more descriptive and common as a noun phrase.
The formal opposite is 'দরিদ্র ব্যক্তি' (doridro byakti) or 'গরিব মানুষ' (gorib mānuṣ).
It's not rude, but it's informal. In a professional setting, 'ধনী ব্যক্তি' is better.
You can say 'কোটিপতি' (koṭipoti), but 'ধনী ব্যক্তি' is a general term for anyone wealthy.
Yes, you can say 'ধনী দেশ' (wealthy country) or 'ধনী ঐতিহ্য' (rich heritage).
'ধনবান' is slightly more formal and less common in daily speech than 'ধনী'.
It is spelled with a 'dh' (ধ) and a long 'ī' (নী).
Yes, but poets often prefer more evocative words like 'বিত্তশালী' or 'ধনকুবের'.
It might sound a bit boastful. It's better to say 'আমি সচ্ছল' (I am well-off).
Yes, in modern Bengali, it is the standard word for 'individual' or 'person'.
It is the very formal plural form, meaning 'wealthy individuals' as a group.
Absolutely, it is the most appropriate term for professional correspondence.
Yes, it comes from 'ধন' (wealth), which includes money, property, and assets.
Expressions liées
বিত্তবান
synonymWealthy/Affluent
বড়লোক
similarRich person
দরিদ্র ব্যক্তি
contrastPoor person
ধনকুবের
specialized formMulti-millionaire/Tycoon
