Meaning
A trustworthy origin of information.
Cultural Background
In Bangladesh, during times of political uncertainty, people often rely on 'নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র' from international media like BBC Bangla more than local rumors. The 'Adda' culture in Kolkata often debates the reliability of sources in newspapers like Anandabazar Patrika. Bengali scholars worldwide emphasize using 'Primary Sources' (প্রাথমিক সূত্র) which must be 'Nirbhorjogyo'. With the rise of WhatsApp 'forwards' in Bengal, the phrase is now a common weapon used by younger generations to debunk fake news sent by elders.
Sound like a Pro
Use 'নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র অনুযায়ী' at the start of a sentence to immediately sound like a professional journalist.
Don't Overuse
If you use this for every small piece of gossip, people will think you are being sarcastic or pretentious.
Meaning
A trustworthy origin of information.
Sound like a Pro
Use 'নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র অনুযায়ী' at the start of a sentence to immediately sound like a professional journalist.
Don't Overuse
If you use this for every small piece of gossip, people will think you are being sarcastic or pretentious.
The 'Adda' Rule
In a Bengali 'Adda', if you cite a 'Nirbhorjogyo Sutro', be prepared to defend it! People will ask 'কে বলেছে?' (Who said it?).
Spelling Hack
Remember the 'jofola' (্য) at the end of 'যোগ্য'. It's a common spelling mistake even for natives.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
সাংবাদিকরা সবসময় ________ থেকে তথ্য সংগ্রহ করার চেষ্টা করেন।
Journalists always try to collect information from 'reliable sources'.
Which sentence is the most formal and correct?
How do you say 'According to a reliable source' in Bengali?
'Anujayi' means 'according to', making this the standard formal expression.
Complete the dialogue.
A: তুমি কি নিশ্চিত যে কাল ছুটি? B: হ্যাঁ, আমি ________ থেকে জেনেছি।
To convince someone you are sure, you cite a reliable source.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you use 'নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র'?
Academic writing requires citing reliable sources.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Sutro vs. Utsho
Practice Bank
4 exercisesসাংবাদিকরা সবসময় ________ থেকে তথ্য সংগ্রহ করার চেষ্টা করেন।
Journalists always try to collect information from 'reliable sources'.
How do you say 'According to a reliable source' in Bengali?
'Anujayi' means 'according to', making this the standard formal expression.
A: তুমি কি নিশ্চিত যে কাল ছুটি? B: হ্যাঁ, আমি ________ থেকে জেনেছি।
To convince someone you are sure, you cite a reliable source.
When would you use 'নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র'?
Academic writing requires citing reliable sources.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
14 questionsYes, in journalism, 'Sutro' usually refers to a person who provided the info.
'Nirbhorjogyo' implies you can depend on it; 'Bishwashjogyo' just means it's believable. They are very similar.
Yes, it is perfect for formal business emails.
No, in math, it means 'formula'. Context is key.
Add 'O-' at the beginning: 'Onirbhorjogyo'.
Yes, it is standard in both Bangladesh and West Bengal.
Yes, 'এই ওয়েবসাইটটি একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র' is correct.
নির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্রগুলো (The reliable sources).
No, it is very formal.
Only if you are being formal or talking about them as a source of info.
'Utsho' is for physical origins (like a river). 'Sutro' is for abstract ones.
Yes, especially in detective or political thrillers.
It is pronounced like 'Sh' in 'Show'.
Yes, using it correctly in context shows advanced proficiency.
Related Phrases
বিশ্বাসযোগ্য উৎস
synonymBelievable source
গোপন সূত্র
similarSecret source
অনির্ভরযোগ্য সূত্র
contrastUnreliable source
প্রাথমিক সূত্র
specialized formPrimary source
তথ্যসূত্র
builds onReference/Source of info
