How to Say “All the Best” in Bengali

শুভকামনা
shubhokamona
The English phrase "all the best" is expressed in Bengali as শুভকামনা (shubhokamona).
শুভকামনা is used to express well-wishes for someone's future endeavors, much like the English phrase "all the best".
Meaning: good luck (intj)

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

শুভকামনা is a standard, polite way to express good wishes. While it can be used in casual settings, it is suitable for both formal and semi-formal situations.

How do you pronounce it?

shubhokamona

Did you know?

  • In Bengali, the word কামনা (kamona) can also carry a strong connotation of 'erotic desire' or 'lust' depending on the context of a conversation.
  • While শুভকামনা is perfect for written cards, in spoken conversation, Bengalis often prefer saying ভালো থেকো (bhalo theko), which translates to 'stay well'.
  • The concept of 'auspiciousness' found in the word শুভ is a central pillar of Bengali culture, influencing everything from naming ceremonies to wedding dates.

Examples in context

  • দুদিন আগে বলিউডের কিংবদন্তি অভিনেতা অমিতাভ বচ্চন নিজেই চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতা ও চঞ্চল চৌধুরীর জন্য শুভকামনা জানিয়েছেন।
    Two days ago, legendary Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan himself wished the filmmaker and Chanchal Chowdhury all the best.
    This sentence shows how to use শুভকামনা when expressing well-wishes for someone.
    Tatoeba #11456790 by robingaspi, translation #11456791 by robingaspi
  • তোমার নতুন কাজের জন্য শুভকামনা।
    tomar notun kajer jonyo shubhokamona.
    All the best for your new job.
  • পরীক্ষার জন্য আমার শুভকামনা রইলো।
    porikkhar jonyo amar shubhokamona roilo.
    My best wishes for the exam.

Example conversation

Anirban is wishing Tania good luck before her job interview.

  1. তানিয়া Tania

    আজ আমার ইন্টারভিউ আছে।
    aj amar interview ache.
    I have an interview today.
  2. অনির্বাণ Anirban

    তোমার জন্য শুভকামনা, তানিয়া।
    tomar jonyo shubhokamona, Tania.
    All the best to you, Tania.
  3. তানিয়া Tania

    অনেক ধন্যবাদ, অনির্বাণ।
    onek dhonnobad, Anirban.
    Thank you very much, Anirban.
  4. অনির্বাণ Anirban

    ভালো করে করো!
    bhalo kore koro!
    Do your best!

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