#Learn Bengali Alphabet

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Bangla Sorborno | Banjonborno | বাংলা স্বরবর্ণ অ আ ই ঈ | ব্যঞ্জনবর্ণ ক খ...

[linguisticdiscovery]

There are 293 different writing systems in the world, according to the World’s Writing Systems project.

According to Britannica, the most widely used writing systems are, in order:

Latin

Chinese

Arabic

Devanagari

Bengali

Want to learn more about writing and its history? Check out my curated list of book recommendations on Writing & Writing Systems:

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Mastering Bengali Pronunciation at Home

Bengali, the language of Rabindranath Tagore and mouthwatering roshogollas, can sound as melodic as a sitar solo. But those unfamiliar with its alphabet and sounds might feel like they're tackling a bowl of phuchka – delicious, but potentially explosive! Fear not, intrepid language learner! Mastering Bengali pronunciation at home is entirely achievable with the right techniques. Here's your cheat sheet to navigate the twists and turns of Bengali phonetics:

1. Befriend the Bangla Alphabet

The Bengali alphabet, known as Bangla Lipi, might look like an exotic vine at first glance. However, with some dedication, you'll be able to decipher its unique characters. Start by familiarizing yourself with the basic vowels and consonants, paying close attention to the diacritics that alter pronunciation. Numerous online resources and apps offer interactive tutorials to make this process less daunting.

2. Shadow Like a Sparrow

Bengalis have a beautiful lilt to their speech. To capture this essence, practice shadowing – mimicking native speakers. Find audio resources like Bengali news broadcasts, podcasts, or movie dialogues. Listen intently, then try to replicate the sounds as closely as you can. Record yourself and compare it to the original, adjusting your pronunciation where necessary.

3. YouTube: Your Virtual Language Lab

YouTube is a treasure trove for pronunciation practice. Explore channels dedicated to teaching Bengali pronunciation. Look for videos that break down specific sounds, offer visual aids like mouth movements, and provide slow, clear pronunciations. Don't be shy to repeat after the instructor, as repetition is key to mastering those tricky Bengali sounds.

4. Befriend a Bengali Buddy: Conversation is King

The best way to solidify your pronunciation is through real-life conversation. Look for online language exchange platforms where you can connect with native Bengali speakers. Practice basic greetings, introduce yourself, or discuss your favorite Bengali dish. Not only will you improve your pronunciation, but you'll also gain valuable cultural insights.

5. Sing Along Like a Nightingale

Bengali music is a vibrant tapestry of sounds. Immerse yourself in the world of Rabindra Sangeet or contemporary Bengali pop music. Listen closely to the lyrics, paying attention to how the singers pronounce vowels and consonants. Try singing along, even if it's just humming the tunes. This not only makes learning fun but also helps train your ear for the natural flow of the language.

6. Record Yourself Ruthlessly

Record yourself speaking Bengali regularly. Listen back objectively and identify areas for improvement. Are your vowels rounded enough? Are you pronouncing those tricky consonant clusters correctly? Being your own critic can be a powerful tool for identifying and fine-tuning your pronunciation skills.

7. Celebrate

Learning a new language is a marathon, not a sprint. There will be days when Bengali pronunciation feels like a bowl of jalebis – sweet but sticky. However, celebrate your Fortschritte (German for progress, because every language learner deserves a fancy word)! Every correctly pronounced word, every successfully navigated sentence is a victory. Reward yourself for your dedication, and keep your motivation high.

Remember, mastering Bengali pronunciation is a journey, not a destination. Embrace the challenges, celebrate your victories, and most importantly, have fun along the way! Before you know it, you'll be conversing with Bengali speakers like a seasoned pro, ready to order your next plate of phuchka with confidence

[wordhobbyist]

This blog is dedicated to my WIP conlang, Plamanetan. (That name is temporary and will probably change throughout the project. I will update this post whenever I change it.) The main purpose of this blog is to get feedback via polls as I work on the project. Any detail about Plamanetan that I post on this blog is subject to change until I finalize the project.

If you are interested in the details of Plamanetan, I will go into detail below the cut. Thoughts and feedback are appreciated but not required :)

A couple notes:

I currently only have 23 words in the vocabulary and am just starting the process of applying new formation guidelines to them so they might all change. For that reason I am not including any specific vocab in this post.

The grammar is VERY loosely defined at the moment because I am still trying to nail down the best approach to it.

Goals & Inspiration

Plamanetan is intended to be an International Auxiliary Language. I started it because 1) I have wanted to make a conlang for a while now, and 2) While watching Conlang Critic I heard him say that he doesn't think an Auxlang can be good (or something to that effect) and I took that as a challenge.

Is that the best motivation? Probably not. But it has gotten me to stick to this project longer than I have stuck to any previous conlang project.

To be more specific about my goals here is a bulleted list of specific targets I have made for myself:

Keep the phonology simple and use sounds that are common across languages.

Avoid loaning words directly from existing languages (to keep cultural neutrality and to avoid bias toward any particular language or language family). (Exceptions may be made for things that are well known by a specific term, if that seems like the best thing to do in that scenario. Probably would only apply for very modern technology or concepts whose terms have been coined recently in a specific language and then adopted around the world.)

Make words sound representative of the thing they refer to by using things like Onomatopoeia and the Kiki/Bouba effect whenever possible (This is the most challenging goal so far)

Be minimalistic with the grammar that is required, but keep in easy workarounds to communicate information that would be lost by omitting a particular feature (For example, making adjectives for male and female for speakers who are used to denoting the sex of living things with grammatical gender.)

Use nouns as a base and derive all words of other types from them using suffixes. (To decrease the amount of vocabulary that has to be memorized without limiting what can be concisely expressed.)

I also intend to eventually create a corresponding sign language with the following goals:

Can be signed with a single hand (To make it more practical to use even if you are holding something.)

Be a 1-to-1 match of the spoken language (so that spoken and signed versions can be used simultaneously without much effort, and so that the signs can be a visual tool for deciphering spoken words you don't recognize.)

The only reason that I haven't started on the signed part yet is because I don't know exactly how to approach it, considering I do not speak any sign languages. I think it would benefit the project though, so I am keeping it in my goals list. I'll learn some ASL before I try to tackle that part.

Phonology & Orthography

So currently what I have is this:

(Ignore the pink "a," that's just because it was added later.)

IPA symbol on the left, Latin alphabet in the brackets. I chose to use the Latin alphabet because it is the most common writing system and also because its the only one I can type.

I came to these sounds by:

Using a very messy not-really-criteria criteria to pick 15 source languages across various language families. (Lithuanian, Russian, English, German, Hindi, Bengali, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Swahili, Yoruba, Arabic, Hausa, Somali, Indonesian, Malay)

Going through the wikipedia page for each language's phonology and writing down all the sounds on the chart.

Making a list of all the sounds that showed up in at least 2/3 of those phonologies.

Picking sounds from that list while avoiding voicing distinctions and any sounds that seemed a little too similar too another sound.

As for punctuation, its pretty much just English. Period (.) to end a sentence, comma (,) to separate clauses, quotation marks ("") for quotes and dialogue, exclamation point (!) for exclamations, and a question mark (?) for questions (though I plan to add a question particle so that may be redundant). I'll edit later as I get a clearer structure for the grammar.

Phonotactics

I decided that syllables in Plamanetan will have a ccvc structure. The only restrictions on what can go where are in regards to consonant clusters in the onset.

I allowed for consonant clusters at the start of syllables to give myself a little more flexibility in word formation. I chose the permitted clusters based purely on what I personally think are relatively simple sound combinations because I cannot for the life of me find documentation on this topic for any of the source languages. Its pure guesswork which really isn't good for my goals but its the best I got. Anyway, here's my list of permitted consonant clusters:

I originally had a list of diphthongs with this but decided to remove them so that I can write vowels next to each other without confusion. They weren't that necessary and I think its easier without them.

Also, not sure if it belongs in this category but Plamanetan words have an alternating stress pattern starting with the first syllable. so like Plamanetan.

Grammar

As I mentioned before, the grammar is the least developed part of this language so far. Or at least, its the part that feels most incomplete to me because I'm not very satisfied with it yet. And also my personal notes on it are very messy.

First thing I decided on was word order. I chose SVO as the primary word order because it was the most common among the source languages. Originally I wrote that the SVO order would be very strict, but I think the fact that different word types have different endings may allow for some flexibility. I also decided that words that modify a noun or verb should come after the thing they modify (like in Spanish) rather than before (like in English). I don't remember if I had a reason for that choice.

As stated in the goals, I have chosen to base the entire vocabulary on nouns. Every non-noun word must correspond to a noun of an equivalent or at least related concept. These words are formed by adding suffixes.

I'll probably make some exceptions to this rule for conjunctions and adpositions unless I can come up with a creative way to implement them. Because I don't think that the "add suffix, now you're done" method works very well for these words. Maybe adpositions could be treated as adjectives? I'll figure it out later.

(You may also notice that this is very regular. No exceptions to grammar rules. This is on purpose because it makes the language easier and I have no intention of making this naturalistic.)

I decided to omit verb conjugations and instead have time information be communicated by adding words like "yesterday," "tomorrow," and "5 minutes ago." If time is necessary it can be added to the sentence. My logic here is that its easier to not require a grammatical distinction by making the information optional than it is for someone whose language doesn't have this grammatical distinction to be required to learn it. But if I find a good reason why it would be easier or more intuitive to add tense then I will do so.

^Same concept applies to other grammatical features such as gender, plurality, possession, mood, and evidentiality. Its easier not to require speakers to figure it out if their language doesn't have it. My only concern is that this will over inflate the sentence size and make it hard to follow what is being said. If you're interested enough to have read this far, I would love to hear your thoughts on this because I am truly torn on whether or not this is a good idea.

Word formation

And finally, the most recent thing I have added is a rough outline of how I intend to make words sound like what they mean. I may make edits to this process in the future but for now this is the system I am running my vocabulary decisions through. Most of this is based on what I intuitively think sounds best for these concepts so it may be English-speaker biased. But there's not really a lot of actual information out there on this topic for me to pull from so this is the best I've got.

As you may be able to tell if you squint, this is the part that I tried to derive from the Kiki/Bouba phenomenon. I'm not sure if I fully understand how it works (I mean, no one fully does. But as far as whats known I am unsure,) and I also made up some of my own things. But hopefully this system has the desired effect. I'll test with polls as I go to see if people can accurately guess what a word is supposed to mean based on its sound.

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If you read this far, thank you! I'm glad someone found this interesting! If you have any thoughts, questions, or suggestions I would love to hear them.

I hope you stick around!

[pandora15]

চারিদিকে এত English এর মাঝে একটুখানি বাংলা লেখা বা পড়ার আনন্দই আলাদা। তাই না?

At least, I think so.

Much to my own shame, my Bangla knowledge is extremely limited, even more so by the fact that I learned the alphabet a long time ago and barely remember how to write simple sentences.

I tried my best, but ultimately had to put this in Google Translate, which I feel like partially defeats the purpose of your ask, so I'm sorry! Not just for having to do that, but for answering in English because, again, I can barely formulate sentences in Bangla. I can understand it well when people speak it to me, but speaking it and reading/writing it is really tough for me.

Anyways,

Yes, I absolutely agree. Even though I know so little of the language, I think it's absolutely beautiful. I'm very proud to be Bengali. And reading or writing what little I know does feel really nice :)

I hope to get back in touch with the Bengali/Indian part of me once I have a bit more time — I used to take Hindustani Classical Music lessons when I was a child and I learned a lot of Bangla songs, especially Rabindra Sangeet from my old teacher. I have a lot of memories that I cherish from that time, like learning to pronounce Bangla words and understanding what these songs actually mean while expanding my knowledge of music. My voice isn't what it used to be (thanks, puberty), but I think I still have it in me, and my love of music always reigns eternal.

Anyways, this probably isn't the answer you were hoping for, but I hope this gets across what it means to me to be Bengali, even though my language skills are horrendous 😅

[ace3899]

How to Re-Learn your Native Language

1. Build on what you already know: Start by reviewing the basics of Bengali, such as the alphabet and simple vocabulary. Then, gradually build on this foundation by learning more complex grammar and vocabulary.

2. Practice with native speakers: Find opportunities to practice speaking with native Bengali speakers. This will help you improve your fluency and pronunciation.

3. Listen to Bengali media: Listen to Bengali music, podcasts, and radio shows to improve your listening comprehension. This will help you better understand natural speech patterns and colloquial expressions.

4. Use language learning resources: Take advantage of online resources such as language learning apps, textbooks, and websites to supplement your learning. These resources can provide additional grammar and vocabulary exercises, as well as cultural context.

5. Be consistent: Practice regularly, even if it's just for a few minutes each day. Consistency is key to improving your language skills and building your confidence in using Bengali.the comfort of reading in your own native language.

The goal for this month is to read more books in my native language.

[jukti-torko-golpo]

pranam mrinalini 🌻

i've been hovering over your blog for a while now and i'm sure you know this full well but – this corner's really lively and embellished with character. i admire your appreciation towards your culture! it's rather strange to announce my arrival in your dms so i decided to ask for a favour here; can you walk me through a nebulous path to learning the basics of bengali? – a few pointers mapping some resources would suffice. i've been trying to find some sort of guidance ever since i developed a liking towards rabindra sangeet. i'm a total beginner, so you might want to treat me like a 3 year old. so to be more precise, can you recommend some kids books and such? (under no obligation btw!)

thankyou. jai shri krishna <3 🦚

Hii I am so sorry for replying so late. I had some college exams.

Thank you so much for appreciating my blog. Also you can dm me anytime. And what can I call you?

Talking about learning bangla basics.... From childhood we have two major books which teach us bangla. Bornoporichoy ( for learning the alphabet ) and Shohoj paath ( like a basic reader ) I will try to find some good videos and link them to this post. I will tag you once I am done.

Happy learning!!

[onlinebanglalearnersschool]

Is Bengali hard to learn

Yes, learning Bengali can have its challenges, but it’s definitely achievable!

Tips and Tricks to learn easily:

Build a daily routine: Consistency is key! Devote 15-30 minutes daily to practice writing, listening, and speaking.

Embrace immersion: Surround yourself with Bengali. Listen to music, watch movies, and follow social media accounts in Bangla.

Find your fun: Use flashcards, games, and interactive apps to make learning engaging.

Connect with natives: Practice conversation with friends, family, or online communities.

Embrace errors: Mistakes are stepping stones! Don’t be afraid to speak, even if imperfectly.

Reward yourself: Celebrate your progress, no matter how small. Set achievable goals and track your achievements.

Seek help: Utilize online resources, tutors, or Online Bangla School to get personalized guidance.

Learning Process:

Phase 1: Foundation (1-3 months): Master the Bengali alphabet, basic vocabulary, and simple greetings. Focus on pronunciation and listening comprehension.

Phase 2: Exploration (3-6 months): Build on your foundation, learn conversational phrases, and explore basic grammar. Start reading simple texts and engage in short conversations.

Phase 3: Deep Dive (6 months+): Immerse yourself in the language! Read news articles, watch movies without subtitles, and converse confidently on various topics.

Time Commitment:

Learning Bengali realistically takes time and dedication. The pace varies depending on your individual learning style, prior language experience, and available practice time.

Casual Learner: 1-2 hours per week – Focus on basic communication and comprehension.

Dedicated Learner: 3-5 hours per week – Achieve basic fluency and conversational skills.

Immersed Learner: 5+ hours per week – Develop advanced proficiency and immerse yourself in the language and culture.

Learning Bengali can be challenging, but it’s definitely achievable with dedication and the right resources. It can be a rewarding journey, opening doors to a rich culture and vibrant community. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s crack the code of Bangla together and discover the magic of your mother tongue!

Embrace the challenges, celebrate the wins, and most importantly, have fun! Online Bangla School is here to be your guide and cheerleader on this exciting journey.

[online-learning-e-tuitions]

Want to Learn a Different Language? Here’s How You Can Do It Online

Learning a new language can be a rewarding and enriching experience. It can open up new opportunities, enhance your cultural awareness, and boost your brain power. But how can you learn a different language online, especially if you don’t have the time or money to travel or enroll in a formal course?

The good news is that there are many ways to learn a different language online, using the resources and tools that are available on the internet. Whether you want to learn English, French, German, Spanish, Sanskrit, Hindi, Arabic, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, Malayalam, Mandarin, Japanese, or any other language, you can find a method that suits your needs and preferences.

Here are some of the best ways to learn a different language online:

1. Use an Online Language Course

One of the most popular and effective ways to learn a different language online is to use an online language course. An online language course is a structured program that teaches you the basics of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture of your target language. You can follow the lessons at your own pace and track your progress along the way.

There are many online language courses to choose from, depending on your level, budget, and goals. Some of the best online language courses are:

Live Lingua: Live Lingua is the internet’s largest collection of free public domain language learning materials. It offers courses in over 130 languages, including rare and endangered ones. You can access audio files, textbooks, flashcards, and quizzes for free. You can also book online classes with native speakers for a fee.

LingoDeer: LingoDeer is an app that will take your language learning to the next level. It offers courses in Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French, and more. Its curriculum is built by language teachers and it provides a built-in flashcard function. You can learn the alphabet, grammar, vocabulary, and culture of your target language in a fun and interactive way.

Duolingo: Duolingo is the world’s most popular way to learn a language. It’s 100% free, fun and science-based. You can practice online on duolingo.com or on the apps. Duolingo teaches you the language through bite-sized lessons that adapt to your level and goals. You can learn over 30 languages with Duolingo, including English, French, German, Spanish, Hindi, Arabic, Japanese, and more.

Coursera: Coursera is an online platform that offers courses from top universities and industry leaders. You can find courses on language learning that cover topics such as grammar, pronunciation, writing, speaking, listening, reading, and culture. You can learn languages such as English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Russian, Korean, and more with Coursera.

You can also check out e-Tuitions for more online language courses that are tailored to your needs and goals.

2. Watch YouTube Videos

Another great way to learn a different language online is to watch YouTube videos. YouTube is a treasure trove of language learning content that you can access for free. You can find videos on any topic and level that interest you and help you improve your skills.

Some of the benefits of watching YouTube videos are:

You can hear native speakers talk in real-life situations and contexts.

You can see visual cues such as gestures and facial expressions that enhance your comprehension.

You can choose videos that match your learning style and preferences.

You can pause, rewind, slow down or speed up the videos as you wish.

You can use subtitles or captions to help you understand better.

If you want to learn a different language online, you should visit e-Tuitions. e-Tuitions is a website that offers online language courses in English, French, German, Spanish, Sanskrit, Hindi, Arabic, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, Malayalam, Mandarin, Japanese, and more. You can learn from qualified and experienced teachers who will guide you through the language learning process. You can also interact with other learners and practice your skills in a supportive and friendly environment. Whether you want to learn a language for travel, work, education, or personal interest, e-Tuitions has the perfect course for you. Visit e-Tuitions today and start your language learning journey!

[buzzinword]

Buzzinword is bi lingual Online Dictionary website. Buzzinword.com is a dictionary which contains meanings of A to Z English alphabets, Hindi varnmala and Gujarati, Bengali and Tamil Language. On the website, you will able to find the meanings of words in the same language with examples and respective synonyms(Similar words) and antonyms(opposite words). 

Buzzinword also provides exhaustive examples of all words available in the dictionary. Our Team at buzzinword, would assist you that learn new words and help you to build your vocabulary.

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[designerripon]

স্বরবর্ণ-ব্যঞ্জনবর্ণ | অ আ ক খ | Bangla Sorborno Banjonborno | অ'য় অজগর ...

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Mamata Banerjee-Governor Bonhomie On Saraswati Puja, BJP Sulks

Kolkata: Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the state’s new Governor CV Ananda Bose came together today at the Kolkata Raj Bhavan for the Governor’s ‘Hatey Khori’ event — held today on the auspicious occasion of Saraswati Puja. The Governor will be initiated into the world of Bengali alphabets, the ceremonial beginning of the process of learning an eight-year-old makes. The event held at…

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Too many languages, too little time

There’s just so many languages I want to learn ;-;

Right now I’m learning Mandarin (For CEFR I’d say I’m around A2, going into B1, generously) and starting Spanish basically next week (finally taking my Spanish class!!! After years of wanting to.) I’m in the midst of an actual attempt at beginning my self-study of Norwegian, after learning a few words and phrases over the last 2 years. I have books, online resources, and a buttload of motivation, but struggle with memorizing vocab and actually practicing the language. Dutch is also on my radar. I’d like to study at a Norwegian or Dutch university eventually, though you need a B2 level in either in order to study at a university of either country in their language. 

So here we are.

My main focuses:

Mandarin 

Spanish

Norwegian

But of course there’s so many more I’m interested in! I just keep learning about the world, and everything becomes more and more appealing to me. 

Hindi (Or another Indian language; Bengali, Tamil, etc.)

Dutch

Farsi/Persian

Korean

Malay or Indonesian

French

German

I found myself just the other day looking up how to learn the Bengali alphabet on Youtube. But nevertheless, curiosity is always a fun thing. I just kind of need to put it into motion