Language/Bengali/Vocabulary/Shopping-Vocabulary
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, you will learn useful Bengali vocabulary and phrases related to shopping. Whether you are shopping for clothes, shoes, or groceries, this lesson will teach you the essential words you'll need to know.
With this lesson, you will be able to navigate shops, markets, and supermarkets like a pro in no time. I will provide you with cultural information and interesting facts to make this experience not only educational but also enjoyable. So let's get started!
Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: States and Cities & Geography.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Below you will find a list of shopping-related vocabulary words and phrases in Bengali:
| Bengali | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| বাজার (bazar) | baa-jaa-r | market |
| হাট (hat) | haat | bazaar, flea market |
| দোকান (dokan) | doh-kahn | shop |
| মেলা (mela) | may-laa | fair, exhibition |
| শপিং মল (shopping mol) | shoh-ping mol | shopping mall |
| সুপারমার্কেট (supar-maark-et) | soo-paar-maa-rket | supermarket |
| কাপড় (kapṛa) | kaa-poraa | clothes |
| ফুটওয়্যার (fuṭowẏar) | foo-tow-war | footwear |
| দোকানে কত দাম? (dokane kot dam?) | doh-kah-ne kot daam? | How much is it? |
| আমার জন্য একটা তুলে দাও (amar jonno ekta tule dao) | aah-mar jon-no ek-taa tool-ay daao | Can you give me one of these? |
| মূল্য (mullo) | mool-yo | price |
| ছাড় (chhar) | chaar | discount |
| বিল (bil) | bil | bill |
| টাকা (taka) | taa-kah | money, currency |
| বিক্রেতা (bikreta) | bik-ray-taa | seller |
| ক্রেতা (kreta) | kray-taa | buyer |
| পন্য (ponno) | pon-no | goods, products |
| বাজার করা (bazar kora) | baa-jaa-r koh-raa | to go shopping |
| পেমেন্ট (pement) | pay-ment | payment |
| ক্রেডিট কার্ড (credit card) | kred-it kaard | credit card |
| ডেবিট কার্ড (debit card) | deb-it kaard | debit card |
| অনলাইন শপিং (online shopping) | on-line shoh-ping | online shopping |
| বিক্রি (bikri) | bik-ree | sale |
| কেনাকাটা (kenakata) | ke-naa-kaa-taa | buying and selling |
| গ্রাহক সেবা (grahok seba) | graa-hok say-baa | customer service |
| বাজার তালিকা (bazar talika) | baa-jaa-r taa-lee-kah | shopping list |
| ক্যাশ অন ডেলিভারি (cash on delivery) | kyash on de-li-va-ree | cash on delivery (COD) |
Phrases[edit | edit source]
Here are some common phrases and sentences that you can use while shopping in Bengali:
- আমি বিনিময় করতে চাই (ami binimoy kortey chai) - I would like to exchange.
- দাম নিয়ে কি করা হচ্ছে (dam niye ki kora hocche) - What's the price?
- কি আছে আপনাদের পাশে? (ki ache apnader pashe) - What do you have?
- এই কাপড়টা আমার জন্য একটা করে রাখুন (ei kaporda amar jonno ekta kore rakhoon) - Please keep this clothes aside for me.
- আমি এখানে আবার আসতে পারি? (ami ekhane abar ashte pari?) - Can I come back here again?
Use these phrases to interact with the shopkeepers, sellers, and other shoppers. You'll find that shopping in Bengali-speaking countries will be a lot more comfortable and fun with these phrases. Additionally, here are a few more phrases that you may find useful:
- আমি কিনতে চাই (ami kinte chai) - I would like to buy.
- এটা কত টাকা? (eta koto taka?) - How much does this cost?
- আপনার কাছে ছাড় আছে? (apnar kache chhar ache?) - Do you have any discounts?
- এই পন্যটির আরও রং আছে? (ei ponnotir aro rang ache?) - Do you have this product in other colors?
- এই জিনিসটা আমার সাইজে আছে? (ei jinista amar size-e ache?) - Do you have this item in my size?
- আমি এই জিনিসটা ট্রায় করতে চাই (ami ei jinista try korte chai) - I would like to try this item on.
- আমার জন্য এটা বুকিং করে দিন (amar jonno eta booking kore din) - Please reserve this for me.
- আপনাদের কাছে কার্ড দ্বারা পেমেন্ট নেওয়া হয়? (apnader kache card dwara payment neowa hoy?) - Do you accept card payments?
By using these phrases, you'll be able to communicate effectively with shopkeepers and vendors, ask about prices and discounts, inquire about product availability, and make specific requests. Whether you're shopping for clothing, groceries, or souvenirs, these phrases will help you navigate the shopping experience in Bengali-speaking regions with ease and confidence.
Practice[edit | edit source]
To reinforce what you have learned, try to use the newly acquired vocabulary and phrases to describe different products, prices, quality, and colors. You can have a simulated conversation in your head or hold a real conversation with someone who speaks Bengali.
It will help you get used to the language's sound and rhythm while also allowing you to practice grammar rules and structure.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have learned shopping-related Bengali vocabulary and phrases. You can now confidently venture into markets, bazaars, supermarkets or any shopping place, and communicate effectively with the local shopkeepers and sellers.
Remember, practicing is the key. Try to use these words and phrases as often as possible, and you will improve your Bengali skills drastically!
Now that you have mastered the shopping vocabulary, move on to the next lesson of the "Complete 0 to A1 Bengali Course." Good luck!
Upon wrapping up this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Money and Currency & Geographical Features.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Geographical Features
- Alphabet
- Workplace
- Family Members
- Education
- Food and Drinks
- Useful phrases
- Family
- Months of the year
- States and Cities
Sources[edit | edit source]
Videos[edit | edit source]
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