Meaning
Expressing personal preference.
Cultural Background
In Kolkata, 'pochondo' is often used when discussing 'Ruchi' (taste). Having a good 'pochondo' in sarees or literature is highly respected. In Bangladesh, hospitality is key. If a guest says 'এটা আমার পছন্দ' about a dish, the host will likely offer them a second or third helping immediately. During the 'Gaye Holud' (turmeric ceremony), the gifts exchanged are often referred to as 'Pochondo-moton' (as per liking) to ensure the bride and groom are happy. Younger generations use 'pochondo' on dating apps to list interests, often mixing it with English words (e.g., 'Travel আমার পছন্দ').
The 'Hoyeche' Trick
If you just saw something and liked it instantly, add 'hoyeche' at the end: 'Eta amar pochondo hoyeche'.
Avoid 'Ami'
Remember, 'Ami pochondo' is a common beginner mistake. Always use 'Amar' unless you add the verb 'kori'.
Meaning
Expressing personal preference.
The 'Hoyeche' Trick
If you just saw something and liked it instantly, add 'hoyeche' at the end: 'Eta amar pochondo hoyeche'.
Avoid 'Ami'
Remember, 'Ami pochondo' is a common beginner mistake. Always use 'Amar' unless you add the verb 'kori'.
Intensify it
Use 'দারুণ' (darun) before 'pochondo' to sound like a native: 'এটা আমার দারুণ পছন্দ!'
Polite Rejection
If you don't like something, it's more polite to say 'এটা ঠিক আমার পছন্দ না' (This isn't quite my choice) than a flat 'না'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'I'.
____ এই খাবারটা পছন্দ।
In the phrase '...পছন্দ', we use the genitive form 'আমার' (my).
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I like this blue shirt'?
Choose the correct sentence:
While the first option is grammatically correct, the second is more natural in spoken Bengali.
Complete the dialogue.
বিকাশ: তুমি কি চা খাবে না কফি? সীমা: চা ____।
'চা আমার পছন্দ' is the standard way to state your preference in this context.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are at a friend's house and they play a song you enjoy.
This expresses your current approval of the song being played.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Ami vs Amar
Practice Bank
4 exercises____ এই খাবারটা পছন্দ।
In the phrase '...পছন্দ', we use the genitive form 'আমার' (my).
Choose the correct sentence:
While the first option is grammatically correct, the second is more natural in spoken Bengali.
বিকাশ: তুমি কি চা খাবে না কফি? সীমা: চা ____।
'চা আমার পছন্দ' is the standard way to state your preference in this context.
Situation: You are at a friend's house and they play a song you enjoy.
This expresses your current approval of the song being played.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, but it means you 'like' them as a person or find them suitable (e.g., for a job or as a friend). It doesn't mean you are in love with them.
'Pochondo' is more about choice and standards. 'Bhalo laga' is more about emotional or sensory pleasure.
It is neutral. You can use it in almost any situation without being too formal or too casual.
Simply add 'na' at the end: 'এটা আমার পছন্দ না' (Eta amar pochondo na).
No, that is grammatically incomplete. You need 'kori' at the end if you start with 'Ami'.
The phrase stays the same even if you like multiple things: 'এই বইগুলো আমার পছন্দ' (I like these books).
Change your intonation to a question: 'এটা কি তোমার পছন্দ?'
It means 'according to one's liking'.
Yes, e.g., 'গান গাওয়া আমার পছন্দ' (I like singing).
Yes, it is universally used across all Bengali-speaking regions.
Related Phrases
আমার ভালো লাগে
similarI like / It feels good to me
আমি ভালোবাসি
builds onI love
পছন্দসই
specialized formTo one's liking
অপছন্দ
contrastDislike
মনঃপূত
synonymSatisfactory/Pleasing
প্রিয়
similarFavorite
