Signification
Confirming the accuracy of a statement.
Contexte culturel
In Kolkata, 'সেটা ঠিক' is often part of an 'Adda' (intellectual chat). It's used to keep the conversation flowing without ending the debate. In Dhaka, you might hear 'ঠিক ঠিক' (repeated) to show enthusiastic agreement during a social gathering. In Bengali corporate environments, this phrase is used to 'save face.' It allows a subordinate to acknowledge a superior's point before suggesting an alternative. Agreement is often non-verbal (a side-to-side head nod) accompanied by a soft 'সেটা ঠিক' to show respect to elders.
The 'But' Bridge
Always use 'সেটা ঠিক' before you disagree with someone. It makes you sound much more polite and sophisticated.
Avoid 'Sahi'
Don't use the Hindi word 'Sahi' in Bengali. While understood, it sounds like you haven't learned the local language properly.
Signification
Confirming the accuracy of a statement.
The 'But' Bridge
Always use 'সেটা ঠিক' before you disagree with someone. It makes you sound much more polite and sophisticated.
Avoid 'Sahi'
Don't use the Hindi word 'Sahi' in Bengali. While understood, it sounds like you haven't learned the local language properly.
Nodding along
Bengalis often nod their heads side-to-side (the Indian head bobble) while saying this. It reinforces the agreement.
Shorten it
In very casual settings with friends, just saying 'তা ঠিক' (Ta thik) makes you sound like a native speaker.
Teste-toi
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: কাল বৃষ্টি হতে পারে। (It might rain tomorrow.) B: ______, আকাশ খুব মেঘলা।
B is agreeing with A's observation about the clouds, so 'সেটা ঠিক' is the best fit.
Which phrase is the most emphatic (strongest) agreement?
Choose the strongest form of 'That's right':
'একদম' (Ekdom) means 'completely' or 'absolutely,' making the agreement much stronger.
Respond to the statement using a concession (agreeing then adding a 'but').
Statement: 'এই ফোনটার দাম অনেক বেশি।' (This phone's price is very high.)
This acknowledges the high price but provides a reason for it, which is a common use of the phrase.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are in a formal meeting and want to agree with your boss.
Adding 'আপনি' and 'বলেছেন' makes the phrase formal and appropriate for a boss.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Thik vs. Thik Ache
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesA: কাল বৃষ্টি হতে পারে। (It might rain tomorrow.) B: ______, আকাশ খুব মেঘলা।
B is agreeing with A's observation about the clouds, so 'সেটা ঠিক' is the best fit.
Choose the strongest form of 'That's right':
'একদম' (Ekdom) means 'completely' or 'absolutely,' making the agreement much stronger.
Statement: 'এই ফোনটার দাম অনেক বেশি।' (This phone's price is very high.)
This acknowledges the high price but provides a reason for it, which is a common use of the phrase.
Situation: You are in a formal meeting and want to agree with your boss.
Adding 'আপনি' and 'বলেছেন' makes the phrase formal and appropriate for a boss.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, but it's better to say 'সেটা ঠিকই বলেছেন' (Sheta thik-i bolechen) to be more respectful.
'Ta thik' is just a more casual, contracted version. They mean the same thing.
Only if said with a sarcastic tone or if used to dismiss someone's feelings.
You say 'সেটা ঠিক নয়' (Sheta thik noy) or 'সেটা ভুল' (Sheta bhul).
Yes, 'সেটা ঠিক উত্তর' (That is the correct answer) is perfectly fine.
Yes, as a verb 'Thik kora' means to fix or decide something.
Yes, it is equally common in both regions.
Yes, in very informal settings, a single 'ঠিক' works like 'Right' in English.
Use 'একদম ঠিক' (Ekdom thik).
Not always, but it provides a clear subject for the agreement.
Expressions liées
ঠিক আছে
similarOkay / All right
একদম ঠিক
specialized formExactly right
সঠিক
synonymCorrect / Accurate
ভুল
contrastWrong / Mistake
সহমত
synonymAgreed / I share the opinion
