मतलब
Indicating that time has passed the limit.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Kolkata, 'deri hoye geche' is often followed by a detailed story about the 'Michil' (political procession) or the 'Metro' being stalled. It's a social bonding tool. In Dhaka, the phrase is synonymous with the city's legendary traffic. It is accepted as a valid excuse for almost anything, from missing weddings to being late for work. In villages, 'deri hoye geche' usually refers to the sun setting. It's a signal to wrap up field work and return home before dark. Among Bengalis living abroad (UK/USA), the phrase is often used with a sense of guilt, as they try to adapt to more punctual Western cultures.
The 'Amar' Rule
Always remember to use 'Amar' (My) instead of 'Ami' (I) when you are the one who is late.
Don't over-apologize
In casual Bengali culture, saying it once is enough. Over-apologizing can sometimes make the situation awkward.
मतलब
Indicating that time has passed the limit.
The 'Amar' Rule
Always remember to use 'Amar' (My) instead of 'Ami' (I) when you are the one who is late.
Don't over-apologize
In casual Bengali culture, saying it once is enough. Over-apologizing can sometimes make the situation awkward.
Add 'Ektu'
Adding 'ektu' (a little) before 'deri' makes your apology sound much softer and more polite: 'Ektu deri hoye geche'.
Traffic is the best excuse
If you are in Dhaka or Kolkata, blaming 'jam' (traffic) is the most universally accepted reason for being late.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct possessive pronoun.
____ দেরি হয়ে গেছে। (I am late.)
In Bengali, personal lateness is expressed as 'My delay has happened' (Amar deri hoye geche).
Which sentence means 'It's very late'?
Choose the best option:
'Onek' means 'very' or 'much', making the phrase 'It's very late'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: তুমি এখনো আসোনি কেন? B: দুঃখিত, রাস্তায় খুব জ্যাম, তাই ______।
The context of 'jam' (traffic) explains why someone is late.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You missed the last train home.
You use this phrase to acknowledge that the time for the train has passed.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Deri vs. Shomoy Nei
Related Vocabulary
Time
- • Shomoy
- • Ghonta
- • Minute
Action
- • Ashta
- • Jawa
- • Kora
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यास____ দেরি হয়ে গেছে। (I am late.)
In Bengali, personal lateness is expressed as 'My delay has happened' (Amar deri hoye geche).
Choose the best option:
'Onek' means 'very' or 'much', making the phrase 'It's very late'.
A: তুমি এখনো আসোনি কেন? B: দুঃখিত, রাস্তায় খুব জ্যাম, তাই ______।
The context of 'jam' (traffic) explains why someone is late.
Situation: You missed the last train home.
You use this phrase to acknowledge that the time for the train has passed.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
14 सवालYes, in urban areas 'Ami late' or 'Ami late korechi' is very common due to English influence, but 'Amar deri hoye geche' is the proper Bengali way.
'Geche' is present perfect (has become), 'gelo' is simple past (became). In this phrase, they are used almost interchangeably in speech.
It is neutral. For very formal situations, use 'bilombo'.
Say 'Amar deri hobe' or 'Amar deri hoye jabe'.
No! For a deceased person, use ' दिवंगत' (dibongoto) or 'late' in English. 'Deri' only refers to time delay.
তোমার দেরি হলো কেন? (Tomar deri holo keno?)
No, as long as you add a polite 'Sorry' or 'Khoma korben' (Forgive me).
'Onek' means 'a lot'. So 'Onek deri hoye geche' means 'It's very late' or 'I'm very late'.
Yes. 'Bus ashte deri hoye geche' (The bus is late in coming).
No, 'dhire' means slow. 'Deri' specifically means a delay in time.
It is spelled 'দেরি হয়ে গেছে'.
Just 'Deri hoye gelo' is slightly shorter and very common.
Yes, it is often used to signify the end of a period or life.
The opposite is 'taarataari' (quickly/early) or 'shomoy moto' (on time).
संबंधित मुहावरे
দেরি করো না
similarDon't be late / Don't delay
সময় শেষ
builds onTime is up
তাড়াতাড়ি করো
contrastHurry up
বেলা বয়ে যায়
specialized formThe day is passing
বিলম্ব হওয়া
synonymTo be delayed
পিছিয়ে পড়া
similarTo fall behind
