Meaning
Used when meeting someone for the first time.
Cultural Background
In Bangladesh, hospitality is paramount. Saying 'আপনার সাথে দেখা হয়ে ভালো লাগল' is often followed by an invitation to have tea or a meal. In Kolkata, this phrase is often accompanied by a 'Namaskar' (folded hands) if the person is significantly older or in a very formal setting. In modern tech hubs like Dhaka or Salt Lake (Kolkata), this phrase is the standard 'safe' greeting that bridges the gap between traditional respect and Western corporate norms. Among Bengalis living abroad (UK/USA/Canada), this phrase is used to maintain cultural roots during community gatherings, often mixed with English.
The Smile Factor
In Bengali culture, this phrase is much more effective when paired with a gentle, sincere smile and a slight tilt of the head.
Don't say it too early!
Wait until the end of the interaction. Saying it at the start sounds like you are trying to leave immediately.
Meaning
Used when meeting someone for the first time.
The Smile Factor
In Bengali culture, this phrase is much more effective when paired with a gentle, sincere smile and a slight tilt of the head.
Don't say it too early!
Wait until the end of the interaction. Saying it at the start sounds like you are trying to leave immediately.
Add 'Khub'
Adding 'খুব' (khub - very) before 'ভালো' makes you sound much more warm and enthusiastic without losing formality.
Handshakes
While the phrase is formal, handshakes are common in corporate Dhaka/Kolkata, but wait for the elder/superior to initiate.
Test Yourself
Choose the most appropriate phrase to end a job interview.
সাক্ষাৎকার শেষ করার সময় আপনি কী বলবেন?
The formal 'Apnar' and the past tense 'laglo' are required for a professional setting.
Fill in the missing word to complete the polite greeting.
আপনার সাথে দেখা ____ ভালো লাগল।
'হয়ে' (hoye) is the conjunctive participle used in this standard expression.
Match the phrase variation to the correct person.
Match: 1. আপনার সাথে... 2. তোমার সাথে... 3. তোর সাথে...
Bengali has three levels of 'you' based on formality and intimacy.
Complete the dialogue between two new colleagues.
রাহুল: আজ অনেক কথা হলো। সুমন: হ্যাঁ, ________________।
This is the natural way to conclude a first-time professional conversation.
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Visual Learning Aids
Formality Levels
Practice Bank
4 exercisesসাক্ষাৎকার শেষ করার সময় আপনি কী বলবেন?
The formal 'Apnar' and the past tense 'laglo' are required for a professional setting.
আপনার সাথে দেখা ____ ভালো লাগল।
'হয়ে' (hoye) is the conjunctive participle used in this standard expression.
Match: 1. আপনার সাথে... 2. তোমার সাথে... 3. তোর সাথে...
Bengali has three levels of 'you' based on formality and intimacy.
রাহুল: আজ অনেক কথা হলো। সুমন: হ্যাঁ, ________________।
This is the natural way to conclude a first-time professional conversation.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes! Just add '(ভার্চুয়ালি)' or just use it as is when you first see them on a video call.
It's perfectly fine for a quick exit, but adding 'আপনার সাথে' makes it more respectful.
'Dekha' means seeing/meeting. 'Alap' means conversation. Use 'alap' if you talked for a long time.
It's a bit too formal. A simple 'ধন্যবাদ' (Thank you) is more common for service interactions.
You can say 'আমারও ভালো লাগল' (I also felt good) or 'ধন্যবাদ' (Thank you).
Yes, because the *act* of meeting has already occurred by the time you say it.
Absolutely. It's a very common way to start or end a follow-up email after a first meeting.
You can say 'আপনাদের (Apnader - plural) সাথে দেখা হয়ে ভালো লাগল।'
Yes, it is universally understood and used in both regions.
'Khushi holam' is also correct and slightly more emotional. 'Bhalo laglo' is more standard/neutral.
Related Phrases
আবার দেখা হবে
similarSee you again
ভালো থাকবেন
builds onStay well
ধন্যবাদ
similarThank you
আপনার সাথে আলাপ করে খুশি হলাম
synonymHappy to have conversed with you
চলি তাহলে
builds onI'll be going then
