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In Kolkata, hospitality often involves 'Jol-khabar' (snacks). Even if you say 'Amar khide nei', you might still be served a small sweet and a glass of water, which is considered rude to refuse entirely. Bangladeshi hospitality is legendary and very insistent. 'Amar khide nei' is often met with 'Ar ektu khan, amar kotha rakhen' (Eat a bit more, for my sake). It's a sign of deep affection. In villages, refusing food can sometimes be seen as a sign that you are unhappy with the host. It's often better to say 'Pet bhora' (Stomach is full) to emphasize physical impossibility rather than just a lack of desire. Among the urban educated class, a single 'Amar khide nei' followed by a 'Dhonnyobad' is usually respected more quickly than in rural settings, reflecting a more Westernized approach to personal boundaries.