意思
Giving safety advice to a driver.
文化背景
In Bangladesh, it is common for people to say 'Sabdhane chalan' even to rickshaw pullers, although the relationship is professional, to ensure a safe journey through chaotic traffic. In Kolkata, 'Sabdhane chalan' is often followed by 'Pouchhe ekta phone korben' (Give a call after reaching), emphasizing the communal concern for safety. Among Bengalis living abroad (UK/USA), this phrase is a way to maintain cultural identity and traditional politeness when saying goodbye after a community gathering. In the corporate culture of Dhaka, managers often use this phrase with company drivers as a way to build rapport and ensure the safety of company assets.
Use with 'Mama'
When talking to a rickshaw or taxi driver, calling them 'Mama' (Uncle) before saying 'Sabdhane chalan' makes you sound very native and polite.
Formality Matters
Never use 'Sabdhane chala' with someone you don't know very well; it can be seen as rude or condescending.
意思
Giving safety advice to a driver.
Use with 'Mama'
When talking to a rickshaw or taxi driver, calling them 'Mama' (Uncle) before saying 'Sabdhane chalan' makes you sound very native and polite.
Formality Matters
Never use 'Sabdhane chala' with someone you don't know very well; it can be seen as rude or condescending.
自我测试
Fill in the blank with the correct formal form of 'drive'.
রাস্তায় অনেক কাদা, তাই ______ চালান।
'Sabdhane' (carefully) is the most appropriate word for safety advice.
Which sentence is the most appropriate for a boss leaving the office?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Chalan' is the honorific form required for a boss.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: It is raining heavily and your uncle is driving home.
Combining the safety wish with the reason (rain) is natural.
🎉 得分： /3
视觉学习工具
When to say 'Sabdhane chalan'
Weather
- • Rain
- • Fog
- • Storm
Social
- • Guests leaving
- • End of meeting
- • Parting wish
练习题库
3 练习রাস্তায় অনেক কাদা, তাই ______ চালান।
'Sabdhane' (carefully) is the most appropriate word for safety advice.
Choose the correct sentence:
'Chalan' is the honorific form required for a boss.
Situation: It is raining heavily and your uncle is driving home.
Combining the safety wish with the reason (rain) is natural.
🎉 得分： /3
常见问题
5 个问题Yes, 'chalan' is used for cars, bikes, and even cycles.
Exactly. It is the adverbial form of 'Sabdhan' (Care).
The informal version is 'Sabdhane chalao' (সাবধানে চালাও).
Yes, 'Nirapode chalan' is more formal and means 'Drive safely'.
No, it is implied. 'Sabdhane chalan' is sufficient.
相关表达
সাবধানে যেও
similarGo safely (general)
নিরাপদে থাকুন
builds onStay safe
আস্তে চালান
specialized formDrive slowly
দেখে শুনে চালান
synonymDrive with eyes and ears open
