Signification
Utilizing a chance that arises
Contexte culturel
In Bangladesh, 'sujog neoya' is often discussed in the context of 'Sujog-shubidha' (opportunities and facilities). It is common for people to seek 'sujog' through family connections (nepotism), which is socially debated. In Kolkata, the phrase is often used in the context of 'Adda' (socializing). If someone keeps talking and doesn't let others speak, they are said to be 'taking the opportunity' of the group's silence. In the modern IT sectors of Salt Lake or Dhaka, 'sujog neoya' is synonymous with 'upskilling.' Taking the opportunity to learn Python or AI is highly encouraged. In village life, taking advantage of the harvest season or a local fair (Mela) to sell goods is the most common positive usage.
Use with 'Kaje lagano' for positivity
If you want to sound 100% positive in a job interview, use 'সুযোগ কাজে লাগানো' (Sujog kaje lagano) instead of 'neoya'.
Watch your tone!
Saying 'Tumi amar sujog nile' with a flat tone sounds like a serious accusation of betrayal.
Signification
Utilizing a chance that arises
Use with 'Kaje lagano' for positivity
If you want to sound 100% positive in a job interview, use 'সুযোগ কাজে লাগানো' (Sujog kaje lagano) instead of 'neoya'.
Watch your tone!
Saying 'Tumi amar sujog nile' with a flat tone sounds like a serious accusation of betrayal.
The 'Moka' alternative
In West Bengal, 'Moka' is often used in sports commentary. It's more colorful than 'Sujog'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'Sujog neoya'.
সে তার বাবার নামের _______ (Present Continuous).
The sentence implies an ongoing action (He is taking advantage of his father's name).
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct sentence:
In Bengali, the standard collocation is 'Sujog neoya' (to take an opportunity).
Complete the dialogue.
A: এই চাকরিটা তোমার জন্য খুব ভালো। B: হ্যাঁ, আমি এই _________।
The context suggests accepting a good job opportunity.
Match the situation to the meaning of 'Sujog neoya'.
Situation: A shopkeeper charging double during a flood.
Charging more during a disaster is taking unfair advantage of people's helplessness.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesসে তার বাবার নামের _______ (Present Continuous).
The sentence implies an ongoing action (He is taking advantage of his father's name).
Choose the correct sentence:
In Bengali, the standard collocation is 'Sujog neoya' (to take an opportunity).
A: এই চাকরিটা তোমার জন্য খুব ভালো। B: হ্যাঁ, আমি এই _________।
The context suggests accepting a good job opportunity.
Situation: A shopkeeper charging double during a flood.
Charging more during a disaster is taking unfair advantage of people's helplessness.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it is neutral. The context determines if it's 'seizing a chance' (positive) or 'exploiting' (negative).
Yes, 'Karor sujog neoya' means to take advantage of someone. Use the genitive case for the person.
'সুযোগ গ্রহণ করা' (Sujog grohon kora) is the formal equivalent used in writing.
You say 'আমি সুযোগটা হারিয়েছি' (Ami sujogta hariechi).
Yes, but 'Sujog grohon kora' or 'Sujog kaje lagano' sounds more professional.
'Sujog' is a chance/opportunity. 'Subidha' is a facility/advantage/convenience.
No. You don't 'take the opportunity' of food. You just eat it.
Yes, 'Sujog' often implies that a favorable situation was presented to you by luck or timing.
আমরা সুযোগ নিই (Present), আমরা সুযোগ নিলাম (Past), আমরা সুযোগ নেব (Future).
It's informal/colloquial, derived from Urdu/Hindi. It's not 'bad' language, but use it with friends.
Expressions liées
সুযোগ দেওয়া
contrastTo give an opportunity
সুযোগ পাওয়া
similarTo get an opportunity
সুযোগ হারানো
contrastTo lose an opportunity
সুযোগ খোঁজা
builds onTo look for an opportunity
