B1 Expression 격식체

আমি খুব দুঃখিত

আম খব দখত

I am very sorry

A sincere apology for a mistake or situation.

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문화적 배경

In Bangladesh, apologies are often indirect. While 'Ami khub dukkhito' is used, people often follow it with a detailed explanation to show that the mistake wasn't intentional, which is a sign of respect. In Kolkata, the use of 'Sorry' is extremely common among the youth. However, using 'Ami khub dukkhito' marks one as 'Bhadrolok' (sophisticated/cultured), especially in literary or academic circles. In Bengali corporate settings, 'Ami khub dukkhito' is the standard opening for 'Service Recovery' emails. It is often paired with 'Antarikbhabe' (sincerely) to sound more professional. Apologizing to elders (parents/grandparents) usually involves a softer tone and the use of 'Dukkhito' rather than 'Sorry', as English loanwords can sometimes feel disrespectful to the older generation.

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The 'Sorry' Rule

If you are in a big city, 'Sorry' is fine for 90% of things. Save 'Ami khub dukkhito' for when you really mean it or need to be formal.

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Don't say 'Ami Dukkha'

This is the most common beginner mistake. It means 'I am sorrow'. Always use 'Dukkhito'.

A sincere apology for a mistake or situation.

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The 'Sorry' Rule

If you are in a big city, 'Sorry' is fine for 90% of things. Save 'Ami khub dukkhito' for when you really mean it or need to be formal.

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Don't say 'Ami Dukkha'

This is the most common beginner mistake. It means 'I am sorrow'. Always use 'Dukkhito'.

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Body Language

A slight nod or placing your hand on your chest while saying this makes it 10x more sincere in Bengali culture.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct word to say 'I am very sorry'.

আমি ___ দুঃখিত।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: খুব

'Khub' is the standard intensifier used with 'dukkhito'.

Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal email to a professor?

Select the best apology:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: দেরি হওয়ার জন্য আমি খুব দুঃখিত।

This is the most grammatically complete and formal way to apologize for a delay.

Complete the dialogue with a sincere apology.

Person A: 'আপনার বইটা আমি হারিয়ে ফেলেছি।' Person B: 'ওটা আমার খুব প্রিয় ছিল।' Person A: '________'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: আমি খুব দুঃখিত, আমি নতুন একটা কিনে দেব।

A sincere apology followed by a solution is the culturally appropriate response.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You hear that your colleague's house was flooded.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: আমি খুব দুঃখিত।

'Dukkhito' is used to express sympathy for someone else's misfortune.

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시각 학습 자료

When to say 'Ami khub dukkhito'

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Formal

  • Job Interview
  • Email to Boss
  • Meeting
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Emotional

  • Sympathy
  • Deep Regret
  • Condolence

Serious

  • Breaking something
  • Losing a file
  • Big mistake

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct word to say 'I am very sorry'. Fill Blank A1

আমি ___ দুঃখিত।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: খুব

'Khub' is the standard intensifier used with 'dukkhito'.

Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal email to a professor? Choose B1

Select the best apology:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: দেরি হওয়ার জন্য আমি খুব দুঃখিত।

This is the most grammatically complete and formal way to apologize for a delay.

Complete the dialogue with a sincere apology. dialogue_completion A2

Person A: 'আপনার বইটা আমি হারিয়ে ফেলেছি।' Person B: 'ওটা আমার খুব প্রিয় ছিল।' Person A: '________'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: আমি খুব দুঃখিত, আমি নতুন একটা কিনে দেব।

A sincere apology followed by a solution is the culturally appropriate response.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B1

Situation: You hear that your colleague's house was flooded.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: আমি খুব দুঃখিত।

'Dukkhito' is used to express sympathy for someone else's misfortune.

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자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Yes, but it sounds a bit abrupt. Adding 'Ami' or 'Khub' makes it much more natural.

Absolutely! In casual conversation, 'Sorry' is used more often than 'Dukkhito'.

'Apnar khotir kotha shune ami khub dukkhito' is a perfect formal way to say this.

'Dukkhito' is how you feel (sorry), while 'Khoma' is what you want (forgiveness).

You can, but it might sound a bit too formal. 'Sorry re' is more common for siblings.

No, you can use 'Otyonto' or 'Bishal', but 'Khub' is the most common with 'Dukkhito'.

No, 'Dukkhito' is the same for everyone.

Yes, it is standard in both regions.

You can say 'Thik ache' (It's okay) or 'Somoshya nei' (No problem).

No, use 'Amar kharap lagche' (I'm feeling bad) for that.

관련 표현

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মাফ করবেন

similar

Forgive me / Excuse me

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আমি অত্যন্ত দুঃখিত

specialized form

I am extremely sorry

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দুঃখ প্রকাশ করা

builds on

To express regret

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ক্ষমা চাইছি

synonym

I am asking for forgiveness

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কিছু মনে করবেন না

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