Significado
Sufficient money can achieve even impossible tasks.
Contexto cultural
The tiger is the national animal of Bangladesh and West Bengal (India). It represents both majesty and extreme danger, making it the perfect subject for a proverb about the 'impossible'. In rural areas, this proverb is often used to express a sense of resignation about social inequality—the idea that the poor must follow rules while the rich can 'buy' their way out. In cities like Dhaka or Kolkata, the phrase is frequently used in the context of 'speed money' or bribes to get government work done faster. Many classic Bengali authors, including Satyajit Ray in his films, have used this proverb to critique the corruption of the elite class.
Use it with a sigh
To sound like a native, use this phrase with a slight sigh or a shake of the head when talking about something unfair. It adds that perfect touch of Bengali cynicism.
Don't use for small things
Don't use it for buying a loaf of bread. It's reserved for things that are genuinely difficult or rare.
Significado
Sufficient money can achieve even impossible tasks.
Use it with a sigh
To sound like a native, use this phrase with a slight sigh or a shake of the head when talking about something unfair. It adds that perfect touch of Bengali cynicism.
Don't use for small things
Don't use it for buying a loaf of bread. It's reserved for things that are genuinely difficult or rare.
The 'Tiger' connection
Remember that the tiger is a sacred yet feared figure in Bengal. Using it in a proverb gives the statement a lot of weight.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word in the proverb.
টাকায় ______ দুধ মেলে।
The proverb specifically uses 'tiger' (বাঘ) to represent the ultimate danger and impossibility.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'টাকায় বাঘের দুধ মেলে'?
A rich man gets a passport in 2 hours by paying extra, while others wait for months.
The proverb is used when money bypasses normal constraints or achieves something very difficult quickly.
What is the figurative meaning of this proverb?
টাকায় বাঘের দুধ মেলে বলতে কী বোঝায়?
It means that with money, even the impossible (অসম্ভব) can be made possible (সফল/সম্ভব).
Complete the dialogue using the proverb.
রহিম: 'এই দুষ্প্রাপ্য বইটি কি পাওয়া যাবে?' করিম: 'চেষ্টা করে দেখো, ______।'
In the context of finding something rare (দুষ্প্রাপ্য), the proverb fits perfectly.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosটাকায় ______ দুধ মেলে।
The proverb specifically uses 'tiger' (বাঘ) to represent the ultimate danger and impossibility.
A rich man gets a passport in 2 hours by paying extra, while others wait for months.
The proverb is used when money bypasses normal constraints or achieves something very difficult quickly.
টাকায় বাঘের দুধ মেলে বলতে কী বোঝায়?
It means that with money, even the impossible (অসম্ভব) can be made possible (সফল/সম্ভব).
রহিম: 'এই দুষ্প্রাপ্য বইটি কি পাওয়া যাবে?' করিম: 'চেষ্টা করে দেখো, ______।'
In the context of finding something rare (দুষ্প্রাপ্য), the proverb fits perfectly.
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Preguntas frecuentes
6 preguntasYes, very much so! It's a staple in political commentary and daily conversations about wealth.
Yes, it is considered a sophisticated way to critique social inequality or the power of capital.
No, it's 100% metaphorical. Tiger's milk represents the 'unattainable'.
It is the locative case marker, indicating 'by means of' or 'through'.
Sometimes people just say 'টাকায় সব হয়' (Everything happens with money), but it's less poetic.
Not offensive, but it can be seen as cynical or pessimistic depending on the tone.
Frases relacionadas
টাকায় কি না হয়
similarWhat cannot be done with money?
অর্থই অনর্থের মূল
contrastMoney is the root of all evil.
টাকা থাকলে বাঘের চোখ পাওয়া যায়
synonymMoney can even find a tiger's eye.
হাতের লক্ষ্মী পায়ে ঠেলা
builds onTo reject good fortune.
