B2 Idiom 非正式

মাথা চুলকানো

মথ চলকন

To be confused

意思

Scratching head while trying to remember or think.

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文化背景

Scratching the head is a sign of 'Oprotibhota' (embarrassment). It's often seen when someone is caught in a small mistake. In village meetings, elders might scratch their heads to show they are considering a difficult judgment. Teachers often use this to tease students who haven't studied. 'এখন মাথা চুলকিয়ে কী হবে?' (What's the use of scratching your head now?)

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Use with 'লাগলে'

Using 'মাথা চুলকাতে লাগল' (started scratching head) makes your storytelling sound more natural and native-like.

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Check for Lice!

If you use this literally in a social setting, people might step back thinking you have head lice (উঁকুন). Always ensure the context of a 'problem' is clear.

意思

Scratching head while trying to remember or think.

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Use with 'লাগলে'

Using 'মাথা চুলকাতে লাগল' (started scratching head) makes your storytelling sound more natural and native-like.

⚠️

Check for Lice!

If you use this literally in a social setting, people might step back thinking you have head lice (উঁকুন). Always ensure the context of a 'problem' is clear.

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The Sheepish Smile

When using this idiom to show you forgot something, pair it with a small, sheepish smile to appear polite.

自我测试

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.

অংকটা এত কঠিন যে আমি ______।

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: মাথা চুলকাচ্ছি

Since the math is 'so hard' (implying confusion), 'scratching the head' is the best fit.

Which situation best fits 'মাথা চুলকানো'?

When would you use this phrase?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you are trying to remember a password.

Trying to remember something is a classic 'head-scratching' moment.

Complete the dialogue.

রহিম: কিরে, অংকটা পারলি? করিম: না রে, প্রশ্ন দেখে তো আমি ______।

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: মাথা চুলকাচ্ছি

Karim is unable to solve the math, so he is scratching his head.

🎉 得分: /3

视觉学习工具

练习题库

3 练习
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom. Fill Blank B1

অংকটা এত কঠিন যে আমি ______।

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: মাথা চুলকাচ্ছি

Since the math is 'so hard' (implying confusion), 'scratching the head' is the best fit.

Which situation best fits 'মাথা চুলকানো'? Choose A2

When would you use this phrase?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you are trying to remember a password.

Trying to remember something is a classic 'head-scratching' moment.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

রহিম: কিরে, অংকটা পারলি? করিম: না রে, প্রশ্ন দেখে তো আমি ______।

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: মাথা চুলকাচ্ছি

Karim is unable to solve the math, so he is scratching his head.

🎉 得分: /3

常见问题

4 个问题

Yes, but use it to describe a 'head-scratching problem' rather than saying you are scratching your head right now. It shows you find the problem challenging.

No, it's not rude. It's a very common, slightly self-deprecating way to admit you are confused.

'Matha Ghamano' is about the hard work of thinking. 'Matha Chulkano' is about the moment of being stuck.

No, you can say 'I am scratching my head' even if your hands are in your pockets. It's a figurative expression.

相关表达

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মাথা ঘামানো

similar

To think hard or worry.

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মাথা গুলিয়ে যাওয়া

builds on

To get totally confused.

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হিমশিম খাওয়া

similar

To struggle to cope.

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মাথা খাটানো

contrast

To use one's brain effectively.

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