A2 Expression 격식체

আমি লজ্জিত

আম লজজত

I am ashamed

Expressing feelings of embarrassment or shame.

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문화적 배경

In Kolkata, 'lojjito' is often used in 'Bhadrolok' (gentlemanly) circles to maintain a high level of politeness. It is common in literary discussions and formal gatherings. In Bangladesh, 'lojjito' is frequently used in professional and academic settings. It is also a key part of 'Atitheyota' (hospitality) where a host might say they are 'lojjito' if they feel they haven't served enough food. Among the diaspora, 'lojjito' is sometimes replaced by the English 'sorry', but it is still used in formal community events or when speaking to elders to show cultural roots. In rural areas, the noun form 'lojja' is more common than the formal adjective 'lojjito'. Shyness is seen as a sign of a 'shubodh' (well-behaved) person.

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The Humility Hack

If someone gives you a compliment, say 'আমি লজ্জিত' with a small smile. It makes you look incredibly cultured and humble.

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Don't Overuse

If you say 'আমি লজ্জিত' for every tiny thing, it loses its sincerity and starts to sound like a script.

Expressing feelings of embarrassment or shame.

🎯

The Humility Hack

If someone gives you a compliment, say 'আমি লজ্জিত' with a small smile. It makes you look incredibly cultured and humble.

⚠️

Don't Overuse

If you say 'আমি লজ্জিত' for every tiny thing, it loses its sincerity and starts to sound like a script.

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Gender Nuance

Historically, 'lojja' was associated with women, but 'আমি লজ্জিত' is perfectly gender-neutral and used by everyone today.

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Pair with a Bow

A slight tilt of the head or a small nod while saying this adds to the formal weight of the apology.

셀프 테스트

Choose the most appropriate response when you are late for a meeting.

বস, দেরি করার জন্য আমি ______।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: লজ্জিত

'Lojjito' (ashamed/embarrassed) is the polite way to apologize for lateness.

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the word.

আপনার প্রশংসা শুনে আমার খুব ______ লাগছে।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: লজ্জা

With 'lagche' (feeling), we use the noun 'lojja'.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You forgot your friend's birthday.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: আমি লজ্জিত, তোমার জন্মদিন ভুলে গেছি।

The phrase is used to apologize for a personal lapse.

Complete the dialogue.

A: আপনি কেন কথা বলছেন না? B: আমি একটু ______ বোধ করছি।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: লজ্জিত

In this context, B is feeling shy or embarrassed to speak.

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시각 학습 자료

Lojjito vs Dukhito

আমি লজ্জিত
Embarrassment Social slip
Shyness Compliments
আমি দুঃখিত
General Regret Bad news
Accidents Bumping into someone

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Choose the most appropriate response when you are late for a meeting. Choose A2

বস, দেরি করার জন্য আমি ______।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: লজ্জিত

'Lojjito' (ashamed/embarrassed) is the polite way to apologize for lateness.

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the word. Fill Blank B1

আপনার প্রশংসা শুনে আমার খুব ______ লাগছে।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: লজ্জা

With 'lagche' (feeling), we use the noun 'lojja'.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

Situation: You forgot your friend's birthday.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: আমি লজ্জিত, তোমার জন্মদিন ভুলে গেছি।

The phrase is used to apologize for a personal lapse.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: আপনি কেন কথা বলছেন না? B: আমি একটু ______ বোধ করছি।

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: লজ্জিত

In this context, B is feeling shy or embarrassed to speak.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

12 질문

Not exactly. 'I am sorry' is 'Ami dukhito'. 'Ami lojjito' specifically means you feel embarrassment or shame about the situation.

Yes, but it sounds a bit formal. With friends, 'Amar lojja lagche' is more common.

'Lojja' is the noun (shame/shyness). 'Lojjito' is the adjective (ashamed/embarrassed).

You say 'আমি লজ্জিত নই' (Ami lojjito noi).

It can be, but for very serious moral failures, phrases like 'আমি অনুতপ্ত' (I am repentant) are more common.

No! It can mean you are shy because of a compliment or a gift.

Yes, it is very professional for apologizing for mistakes or delays.

The opposite is 'Gorbito' (Proud) or 'Nirlojjo' (Shameless).

It's a geminate consonant. Hold the 'j' sound for a split second longer than a single 'j'.

Absolutely. It shows emotional intelligence and respect.

Yes, it's a very common way to describe that feeling.

You would say 'আপনার লজ্জিত হওয়া উচিত' (Apnar lojjito howa uchit).

관련 표현

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লজ্জা পাওয়া

similar

To get/feel shy or ashamed

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দুঃখিত

similar

Sorry / Sad

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ক্ষমা করবেন

similar

Please forgive me

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নির্লজ্জ

contrast

Shameless

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অপ্রতিভ

specialized form

Embarrassed/Nonplussed

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