Signification
To give directions or commands.
Contexte culturel
In offices in Bangladesh and West Bengal, 'নির্দেশ' is the standard term for directives. Using 'হুকুম' (Hukum) is considered rude and archaic, associated with colonial masters. In religious texts, 'নির্দেশ' refers to divine guidance. For example, the 'নির্দেশ' of the Gita or the Quran is seen as a path to righteousness. Children are expected to follow the 'নির্দেশ' of their parents without much argument. This is part of 'Pitri-bhakti' or 'Matri-bhakti' (devotion to parents). In Bengali cinema (like Satyajit Ray's films), the director is called 'Chalachitra Porichalok', but his act of directing the actors is often described as giving 'Nirdesh'.
Use with Genitive
Always remember to put the action in the genitive form (-র) before 'নির্দেশ'. For example: 'যাওয়ার নির্দেশ' (order to go).
Don't be too bossy
Using 'নির্দেশ দিচ্ছি' with friends can sound arrogant. Use 'বলো' or 'করো' instead.
Signification
To give directions or commands.
Use with Genitive
Always remember to put the action in the genitive form (-র) before 'নির্দেশ'. For example: 'যাওয়ার নির্দেশ' (order to go).
Don't be too bossy
Using 'নির্দেশ দিচ্ছি' with friends can sound arrogant. Use 'বলো' or 'করো' instead.
Formal Writing
In formal letters, use 'নির্দেশনা প্রদান করা' (providing guidance) for a more sophisticated tone.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'নির্দেশ দেওয়া'.
ম্যানেজার আমাদের কাজটি দ্রুত শেষ করার ______।
In a professional setting, 'নির্দেশ দিলেন' (gave instructions) is the correct past tense form.
Which sentence is used for asking directions to a place?
Choose the correct option:
'পথ নির্দেশ' specifically means 'path directions'.
Match the Bengali phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are common collocations with 'নির্দেশ'.
Complete the dialogue.
যাত্রী: মাফ করবেন, স্টেশনে কীভাবে যাব? পথচারী: আমি আপনাকে ______ দিচ্ছি, সোজা যান।
When showing the way, 'নির্দেশ' is the appropriate word.
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Aides visuelles
Nirdesh vs Upodesh
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesম্যানেজার আমাদের কাজটি দ্রুত শেষ করার ______।
In a professional setting, 'নির্দেশ দিলেন' (gave instructions) is the correct past tense form.
Choose the correct option:
'পথ নির্দেশ' specifically means 'path directions'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are common collocations with 'নির্দেশ'.
যাত্রী: মাফ করবেন, স্টেশনে কীভাবে যাব? পথচারী: আমি আপনাকে ______ দিচ্ছি, সোজা যান।
When showing the way, 'নির্দেশ' is the appropriate word.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsThey are similar, but 'আদেশ' is more formal and authoritative (like a command), while 'নির্দেশ' can also mean simple directions or instructions.
Yes, it is the perfect phrase for GPS or map directions. You can say 'জিপিএস নির্দেশ দিচ্ছে' (The GPS is giving directions).
You use the passive-like structure: 'আমাকে নির্দেশ দেওয়া হয়েছে' (I have been given the instruction).
'Nirdesh' is an instruction/order you must follow. 'Upodesh' is advice you can choose to follow.
No, you should not give 'নির্দেশ' to elders. Instead, use 'অনুরোধ করা' (to request).
Yes, 'নির্দেশ' means 'instruction' or 'direction'. Example: 'এই নির্দেশটি পড়ুন' (Read this instruction).
It's a more formal word for 'guidance' or 'strategic direction', often used in business or politics.
It is common but sounds very forceful. It's often used in historical dramas or when someone is being bossy.
For 'Apni' (formal you), use 'নির্দেশ দিন' (Give instruction).
Yes, recipes 'নির্দেশ দেয়' (give instructions) on how to cook.
Expressions liées
আদেশ পালন করা
builds onTo follow an order
দিকনির্দেশনা
specialized formGuidance/Orientation
হুকুম জারি করা
similarTo issue a decree
পরামর্শ দেওয়া
contrastTo give advice
