ENGLISH LEARNING

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Nayeem Khan

When did you come?
==তুমি কখন আসলে?
Just now.
==এই মাত্র
But why?
==কিন্তু কেন?
Nothing special.
==তেমন কিছু না
What are you asking for?
==কিসের জন্য জিজ্ঞাসা করতেছো?
I've every reason to ask.
==আমার জিজ্ঞাসা করার অনেক কারণ আছে
Okay tell me.
==ঠিক আছে আমাকে বল,
You will no longer come here.
==তুমি আর এখানে আসবে না
But what's your problem?
==কিন্তু তোমার সমস্যা কি?
I've no problem.
==আমার কোনো সমস্যা নে

• কি যা তা বলতেছো? – What the hell
  are you talking?
  * তুমি কত সুন্দর! – How beautiful you are!
  * নিশ্বাস আমার তুমি – You are in my
  breath.
  * হৃদয় শুধু তোমার জন্য – My heart is only
  for you.
  * কিছু পেতে হলে কিছু দিতে হয় –
  Give to take.
  * চোখের আড়াল মানে মনের
  আড়াল – Out of sight, out of
  mind.
  * বোকামী করোনা ! – Don't get mad.
  * কি দারুণ চমক ! – What a pleasant
  surprise!
  * হায় আল্লাহ্ ! – My Goodness .
  * সব বাজে কথা – That's all nonsense.
  * কি আপদ ! – What a nuisance!
  * কে ধারধারে? – But who cares?
  * প্রশ্নই উঠে না – Question does not
  arise.
  * অপদার্থ কোথাকার ! – Worthless!
  * মোটেও নয় – Not at all.
  * গোল্লায় যাক – Go to the devil.

কিছু মজার ইংরেজি শব্দ........
1.Hand-হাত,Some-কিছু­ কিন্তু Handsome-সুদর্শন।
2.With-দিয়ে,Stand-দঁ­ড়ানো কিন্তু Withstand-প্রতিরোধ করা।
3.Stand-দঁড়ানো,In-ভি­তর কিন্তু Stand-in-প্রতিনিধি
4.Egg-ডিম, apple-আপেল কিন্তু Egg apple-বেগুন
5.Word-শব্দ,play-খেল­া কিন্তু Wordplay-বুদ্ধিদীপ্ত
6.Earth-পৃথিবী,worm-পোকা/কীট কিন্তু Earthworm-কেঁচো।
7.Work-কাজ,shop-দোকা­ন কিন্তু Workshop-কারখানা
8.Spar-দীর্ঘ কাষ্ঠখন্ড,row-সারি/­ শ্রেণী কিন্তু Sparrow-চড়ুইপাখি।
9.Feat-সাহসিক কার্য,Her-তার কিন্তু Feather-পাখির পালক।
10.Watch-ঘড়ি,man-মানুষ কিন্তু Watchman-চৌকিদ্বার/­প্রহরী।
11.Lo-দেখ,an-একটি কিন্তু Loan-ঋণ।
12.Out-বাহির,turn-ঘো­রানো/উল্টানো কিন্তু Outturn-উৎপাদন।
13.Ten-দশ,ant-পিঁপড়া­ কিন্তু Tenant- প্রজা
14.He-সে/­তার,art-শিল্পকর্ম/­ কলাকৌশল কিন্তু Heart-হৃদয়।
15.To-প্রতি,ken-জানা কিন্তু Token- চিহ্ন/­নিদর্শন।
16.Out-বাহির,cast-নিক্ষেপ কিন্তু Outcast- সমাজচ্যুত।

17.Block-কাঠের খোদায়,head-মাথা কিন্তু Blockhead- নির্বোধ ব্যক্তি।
18.Red-লাল,act-কাজ কিন্তু Redact- সম্পাদনা

✮ How awful!
--- কী সাংঘাতিক!
✮ Oh dear!
--- বলো কী!
✮ Oh no!
--- এ হতে পারেনা!
✮ It is sad.
--- এটি দুঃখজনক।
✮ What happened?
--- কী হয়েছে?
✮ What now?
--- এখন কী হবে?
✮ Why not?
--- কেন নয়? / অবশ্যই।
✮ Shame on you
--- ধিক তোমাকে!
✮ It is you who are to blame.
--- তুমিই দোষী।
✮ You are good for nothing
--- তুমি কোন কাজের নও।
✮ Drop the matter.
--- একথা ছাড়ো।

Day care – দিবাকালীন তত্ত্বাবধান,
.
Day time – দিনের বেলা,
.
Day break – প্রভাত,
.
Gala day - উত্সবের দিন,
.
Rag day - সমাপনী দিন,
.
Rainy day - দুর্দিন,
.
Hectic day - ব্যস্ত দিন,
.
One day or other – কোনো না কোনো একদিন,
.
Memorable day - স্মরণীয় দিন,
.
Carry the day - জয়লাভ করা,
.
Day to day - দিনদিন,
.
Today – আজ,
.
Tomorrow – আগামীকাল,
.
Yesterday – গতকাল,
.
To this day – আজ পর্যন্ত,
.
Day after tomorrow – আগামী পরশু,
.
Day before yesterday – গত পরশু,
.
Only the other day – এইতো সেদিন,
.
The other day – সেদিন,
.
Every other day – একদিন পরপর,
.
Every third day – তিনদিন পরপর,
.
The very day – সেই দিনেই,
.
Next to next friday –
আগামী শুক্রবারের পরের শুক্রবার।Bottom of Fo

COULD YOU TELL , WHAT TIME IS THERE?

Art of creation

We are going to arrange a continuous DIALOGUE teaching
DIALOGUE-3

Faisal:	Where do you live?
Mamun:	We live in Chittagong.
Faisal:	And what’s your house number?
Mamun:	Our house number is nine.
Faisal:	And what’s your road number?
Mamun:	It’s eight.
Faisal:	And ...

DIALOGUE-2

Fatima:	Do you have a mobile phone?
Nusrat:	Yes, I do.
Fatima:	What’s your phone number?
Nusrat:	It’s 0456789.
Fatima:	Sorry, can you say that again?
Nusrat:	It’s 0456789.
Fatima:	Thank you.

লক্ষ করুন, প্রতিদিনের ইংরেজি কথোপকথনে আমরা প্রায়ই it is-এর পরিবর্তে it’s বলে থাকি। আবার কাউকে কোনোকিছু পুনরায় বলার জন্য অনুরোধ করতে হলে আমরা বলি- Sorry, can you say that again? 

DIALOGUE-1

Rony:	What is your full name?
Sabbir:	My full name is Sabbir Hossain.
Rony:	And what is your first name?
Sabbir:	My first name is Sabbir.
Rony:	And what is your last name?
Sabbir:	It is Hossain.

ভোজনসালাই কথা বলার ১১টি উপায় :

1. Can I get the menu, please?(আমি মেনু পেতে পারি , দয়া করে ?)

2. I would like some spring rolls to start off. What other appetizer would you recommend?(আমি শুরুতে কিছু স্প্রিং রোল পছন্দ করবো. আপনি অন্যান্য কি এপেটাইজার সুপারিশ করবেন?)

3. Could you please take my order? I would like to have a portion of the pasta, please.(আপনি কি অনুগ্রহ করে আমার অর্ডারটি নেবেন? আমি কিছু পাস্তা পছন্দ করব).

4. I would like one vegetarian extravaganza pizza. I don't quite like mushrooms, could you please replace the mushrooms with some broccoli?(আমি একটি নিরামিষ উন্মাদনায় পিজা চাই. আমার মাশরুম পছন্দ না, আপনি অনুগ্রহ করে মাশরুমের পরিবর্তে ব্রোকলি দিতে পারবেন?)

5. Could you please bring us one tomato soup split into two portions? We would place the order for the main course in a couple of minutes(আপনি কি অনুগ্রহ করে একটি টমেটো সূপ দুই ভাবে ভাগ করে আনতে পারবেন? আমার কিছু সময় পর মেন কোর্স থেকে খাবার অর্ডার করব).

6. Could you get me a glass of the orange juice please? Is it freshly squeezed? I'd also like one portion of the garlic bread, please(আপনি কি আমার এক গ্লাস কমলা লেবুর জুস দিতে পারবেন? ওটা কি ফ্রেশ হবে? আমি কিছু গার্লিক ব্রেড ও পছন্দ করব).

7. What is the chef's special today? I would like to try something different(রাধুনীর বিশেষ খাবার কোনটি আজ? আমি কিছু অন্যরকম খাবার পছন্দ করব০.

8. Please get me a portion of the grilled vegetables. Would it be served with a salad on the side?(আমাকে কিছুটা গ্রিলড সবজি দিন. এটি কি সালাদের সাথে দেওয়া হবে?)

9. Could you request the chef to make the food spicy?(আপনি কি অনুগ্রহ করে রাধুনিকে বলতে পারবেন যেন তিনি খাবারটা ঝাল করে করে?)

10. I don't like spicy food. Could you please suggest me something milder?(আমার ঝাল পছন্দ না. আপনি কি কম ঝালের কিছু বলতে পারবেন?)

11. Which way is the restroom?(রেস্টরুম কোন দিকে ?)

Common Mistakes in English

The dropped catch did not affect the result of the game. 
OR
The dropped catch did not effect the result of the game.Effect and AffectSudhir and I will go to Delhi.
OR
Sudhir and Me will go to Delhi.I and MeI have been living in Delhi since four years.
OR
I have been living in Delhi for four years.Since and ForI am averse to speaking in public.
OR
I am adverse to speaking in public.Adverse and AverseShe knew practically each detail of his daily routine.
OR
She knew practically every detail of his daily routine.Each and EveryWe are planning to adopt a child.
OR
We are planning to adapt a child.Adapt and AdoptI brought him a glass of water.
OR
I bought him a glass of water.Bought and BroughtYou should listen to your father’s advice.
OR
You should listen to your father’s advise.Advice and AdviseI saw a man up ahead.
OR
I watched a man up ahead.See and WatchWho told you?
OR
Whom told you?Who and WhomMy cornflakes are made of cereals.
OR
My cornflakes are made of serials.Cereal and SerialThe wait of the box is 10kg.
OR
The weight of the box is 10kg.Wait and Weight
SOME ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

 Hey, what's up?  - কি খবর?

 Did you watch 'The Jungle Book'?(তুমি 'দা জঙ্গল বুক' দেখেছো?)

Who does it star?(সিনেমাটির নায়ক কে?)

Do you know - তুমি কি জানো

 What do you mean? (এর কি মানে?)

Really? -(তাই?

Subject and Verb Agreement

1. Number Agreement: A singular subject takes a singular verb. A plural subject takes a plural verb.
   
   Example: This radio has six preset buttons. (singular)
   Example: Most radios have six preset buttons. (plural)
2. Person Agreement: A subject should also agree in "person" (1st person perspective, etc.) with its subject.
   
   Tip: This affects only 3rd person singular subjects in the present tense.
   Example: He runs to the store.
   Example: The table looks warped.
   
   Tip: Non 3rd Person Singular Subjects
   Example: I run to the store.
   Example: We run to the store.
   
   Tip: The verb "to be" is an auxiliary verb and has eight forms.
   
   1. Present Tense: am, is, are
      Example: I am hungry.
      Example: She is hungry.
      Example: We are hungry.
   2. Past Tense: was, were
      Example: I was hungry.
      Example: We were hungry.
   3. Infinitive, Past Participle & Present Participle: be, been, being
      Example: He has yet to be identified.
      Example: He had been mean to my sister.
      Example: He was being mean to my sister.

Hint: An agreement problem can sometimes occur when the verb of a sentence precedes the subject.

• Example: [Wrong] There was several writers waiting for their articles to be approved.
• Example: [Right] There were several writers waiting for their articles to be approved.

Comma and Colon Tips

Commas: Everyone has their own style when it comes to comma usage. Most modern styles guides now recommend using fewer commas rather than more, but be wary of run-on sentences.

1. The use of a comma before "and" in a series is usually optional, provided there is no danger of misreading.
   
   Example: We have apple, orange and grape juices. (no comma)
   
   Example: We have apple, orange, and strawberry and grape juices. (comma)
   "Strawberry and grape" is one flavor; therefore, a comma is needed to avoid confusion.
2. Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause.
   
   Example: After I realized that the store had not applied my discount voucher to my purchase, I returned to the store and customer service credited my account.
3. Use a comma to join independent clauses.
   
   Example: I went to the grocery store to pick up some milk, but they were already closed. (commas with two independent clauses)
   
   Example: I offered to help and she accepted. (comma unnecessary with short clauses)
4. Do not use a comma before the first item or after the last item in a series.
   
   Example: [Wrong] You should combine, aerobics, weight training and stretching into your workout routine, if you want to see the best results.
   
   Example: [Right] You should combine aerobics, weight training and stretching into your workout routine if you want to see the best results.

Colons: The colon focuses the reader on what is to follow. Use it to introduce a list or idea.

1. Colons should only be used within a sentence after an independent clause.
   
   Example: We visited three cities during our vacation: San Diego, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.
2. Do not place a colon between a verb and its object or between a preposition and its object.
   
   Example: [Wrong] We traveled to: San Diego, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.
   (colon between preposition and object)
   
   Example: [Right] We traveled to San Diego, Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.
   
   Example: [Wrong] My neighbor lent me: a garden hoe, a shovel and a rake.
   (colon between verb and objects)
   
   Example: [Right] My neighbor lent me a garden hoe, a shovel and a rake.

10 Rules of Punctuation

Here are 10 quick punctuation tips:

1. Spacing after punctuation: One (1) space only is required after every punctuation mark (period, exclamation mark, question mark, colon, semicolon, commas, etc.), including bullets and numbers.
2. Never use excessive punctuation!!!!! This will not create a greater sense of urgency or strong emotion, especially in formal writing.
3. Periods and commas always go inside of quotation marks.
   Example: "I think you're great."
4. There is never a space before a period or before a comma.
5. When doing this "..." you should use only 3 dots.
6. When using dashes, use two in a row.
   Example: Punctuation -- 10 Rules
7. Use no spaces on either side of a hyphen.
   Example: We need twenty-five boxes.
8. Use a question mark only after a direct question.
   Example: Can I ask you a question?
9. Use parentheses to enclose words or figures that clarify.
   Example: Use only one (1) space after a punctuation mark.
10. If the last word in a sentence ends in a period, do not follow it with another period.
    Example: I know that C.E.O. He is my boss.

12 ways to say sorry:

1. I am sorry (আমি দুঃক্ষিত)

E.g. I am sorry for what I said. I did not mean it.

2. I regret(আমার অনুশোচনা হচ্ছে)

E.g. I regret the delay in sending you the E-mail.

3. I apologize(আমি ক্ষমা প্রার্থনা করছি)

E.g. I apologize for being so impatient.

4. My apologies(আমি ক্ষমাপ্রার্থী)

E.g. My apologies for the delay in getting back to you.

5. My bad(আমার ভুল)

E.g. Oops! My bad, I am so sorry but I deleted what you had typed.

6. That was my mistake. / It was my fault.(ওটা আমার ভুল ছিল)

E.g. It was totally my fault, and I am going to fix it.

7. I owe you an apology(আমি তোমার কাছে ক্ষমা চাওয়া)

E.g. Hey, I owe you an apology for what I said yesterday.

8. Please forgive me(অনুগ্রহ করে আমাকে ক্ষমা করবেন)

E.g. Please forgive me for telling her your secret.

9. I sincerely apologize(আমি আন্তরিকভাবে ক্ষমাপ্রার্থী).

E.g. I sincerely apologize for the errors in the presentation. I assure you this won't happen again.

10. I was wrong(আমি ভুল ছিলাম)

E.g. I was wrong in asking you to do that.

11. I take full responsibility(আমি পূর্ণ দায়িত্ব গ্রহণ করছি)

E.g. I take full responsibility for what happened. I hope you will forgive me.

12. Pardon (me) - this is not used for saying 'sorry'. This is similar to 'excuse me', and can be used when you want to cross a crowded place, or if you want someone to repeat what they said.( Pardon me - এটি ক্ষমা চাওয়ার জন্য ব্যবহার হয় না. এটা 'excuse me' এর মতই , কোনো কোলাহলপূর্ণ জায়গাতে পার হতে বা কাউকে আবার তার কথাটি বলতে এই শব্দটি ব্যবহার হয়)

10 Common Mistakes

1.      There vs. Their vs. They're

There is an indication of location.
Example: I want to see that book over there.

Their is a possessive version of they.
Example: They took their dog to the groomer.

They're is a contraction, short for they are.
Example: They're going to the theatre tonight.

2.      A lot vs. Allot vs. Alot

A lot is an indication of amount.
Example: I have a lot of laundry to do.

Allot means to distribute.
Example: I will allot you two cookies.

Alot is not a word.

3.      I.e. vs. E.g.

I.e. means "in other words."
Example: Writing more articles increases your website traffic. I.e., it will bring you more exposure.

E.g. means "for example."
Example: I have a lot of chores to do. E.g., laundry, dishes, vacuuming, dusting, etc.

4.      To vs. Too vs. Two

To is a function word to indicate relative position.
Example: We took the dog to the vet.

Too can indicate excessiveness or in addition to.
Example: The chili was too spicy.
Example: I would like to go too.

Two is the number 2.
Example: I want two cookies.

5.      Its vs. It's

Its is the possessive version of it.
Example: Its door came off the hinges.

It's is a contraction, short for "it is."
Example: It's a beautiful day.

6.      You're vs. Your

You're is a contraction, short for "you are."
Example: You're the nicest person I've ever met.

Your describes the possessor as someone else.
Example: Your shirt is very wrinkled.

7.      Loose vs. Lose

Loose is an adjective, the opposite of tight or contained.
Example: I have loose change in my pocket.

Lose is a verb that means "to suffer the loss of."
Example: I hope I don't lose my car keys.

8.      Choose vs. Chose

Choose is a present tense verb meaning "to select."
Example: I choose to eat healthy foods.

Chose is a past tense verb meaning "to select."
Example: I chose to eat healthy foods.

9.      Effect vs. Affect

Effect is usually a noun meaning "result."
Example: The effect of increased traffic to your website is directly related to the number of articles you produce for syndication.

Affect is usually a verb meaning "to influence."
Example: I hope this training series will affect you in a positive way.

10.  Know vs. No vs. Now

Know is usually a verb meaning "to understand."
Example: I know you are not coming to the movie.

No is a negative reply, refusal or disagreement.
Example: There is no problem with the car.

Now is usually an adverb meaning "at the present time or moment."
Example: Now I can easily write and market my articles.

মজার কিছু শব্দঃ

Season=কাল; Cull=চয়ন করা

Sister=বোন; Bone=হাড়

Tiger=বাঘ; Bug=ছারপোকা

What=কি; Key=চাবি

Cheek=গাল; Gull=প্রতারনা করা

Colour=রং; Wrong=ভুল

Leech=জোঁক; Joke=রসিকতা

Village=গ্রাম; Gram=ছোলা

Bridge=পুল; Pull=টানা

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