ইংরেজি - ফরাসি

the

gb/ðə/ us/ðə/
A1 ইংরেজি
~ 100
A1
1
ব্যবহারের ধরন:
the + noun
I bought a jacket yesterday, but the sleeves are too short.
Could you pass me the salt?
The report you sent me was really helpful.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
Please close the window.
I can’t find the keys.
The woman at the desk helped us.
সাধারণ ভুল:
Do not use the for the first mention of a singular countable noun unless the listener already knows which one you mean: say “I saw a dog,” then “The dog was brown.”
অর্থ
specific or known person or thing
বিষয়
definite_article |specific_reference |known_information
সংজ্ঞা

Use the when you and the listener know which person or thing you mean.

used before a noun to show that the speaker is referring to a specific person or thing that is already known, already mentioned, or clear from the situation

A1
2
ব্যবহারের ধরন:
the + noun
The sun came out just before lunch.
I’m going to the bank after work.
The kitchen is at the back of the apartment.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
The moon looks bright tonight.
We took the bus to school.
Dad is in the garden.
সাধারণ ভুল:
Use the with things that are unique or obvious in the situation, such as “the sun,” “the kitchen,” or “the bus stop.” Do not use it before most personal names.
অর্থ
only or obvious one
বিষয়
definite_article |unique_reference |shared_context
সংজ্ঞা

Use the when there is only one, or when it is clear which one you mean because of the place or situation.

used before a noun when there is only one of something, or when the thing meant is the usual, obvious, or relevant one in a particular situation

A1
3
ব্যবহারের ধরন:
the + superlative adjective; the + ordinal number; the + same/only/main
This is the best coffee I’ve had all week.
She was the first person to reply.
You’re the only one who knows the password.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
Today is the hottest day of the year.
My room is on the second floor.
We go to the same school.
সাধারণ ভুল:
Use the before most superlatives and ordinal numbers: “the best,” “the first.” With a possessive, do not add the: say “my first job,” not “the my first job.”
অর্থ
with best, first, same, only
বিষয়
superlatives |ordinals |definite_article
সংজ্ঞা

Use the with words like best, first, same, only, and main.

used before superlative adjectives, ordinal numbers, and words such as same, only, and main when they identify one particular person or thing

B1
4
ব্যবহারের ধরন:
the + singular countable noun; the + adjective for a group of people
The smartphone has changed the way we communicate.
The elderly were given priority during the heatwave.
The poor are often hit hardest by rising prices.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
The tiger is an endangered animal.
The guitar can be hard to learn at first.
This charity supports the homeless.
সাধারণ ভুল:
For general ideas, plural nouns often have no article: say “Tigers are endangered” or “The tiger is endangered,” not usually “The tigers are endangered” unless you mean a specific group of tigers.
অর্থ
a whole class or group
বিষয়
generic_reference |groups_of_people |definite_article
সংজ্ঞা

Use the to talk about a whole class or group, especially in formal or general statements.

used before a singular countable noun, an adjective, or some nationality words to refer to a whole type of thing or a whole group of people

B1
5
ব্যবহারের ধরন:
the + certain proper names or titles
She lives in the Netherlands but often travels to the United Kingdom.
The Thames runs through London.
I saw the story in The Washington Post.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
We visited the United States last summer.
They crossed the Pacific by ship.
He works for the United Nations.
সাধারণ ভুল:
Some names need the, but many do not. Say “the United States” and “the Thames,” but “Paris,” not “the Paris.”
অর্থ
in certain names and titles
বিষয়
proper_names |geography |titles |definite_article
সংজ্ঞা

Some names always or usually include the, such as the United States, the Pacific, and the United Nations.

used as part of certain proper names and titles, especially some countries, rivers, seas, oceans, mountain ranges, deserts, newspapers, and organizations

B2
6
ব্যবহারের ধরন:
the + comparative..., the + comparative...; all the + comparative
The more I learn about the issue, the more complicated it seems.
The sooner we leave, the better.
A clear agenda will make the meeting all the easier to manage.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
The earlier you book, the cheaper the ticket will be.
The less sugar you add, the healthier it is.
Bring a map; it will make the trip all the easier.
সাধারণ ভুল:
In the pattern “the more..., the more...,” use the before both comparative parts: “The more you practise, the better you get.”
অর্থ
with comparatives
বিষয়
comparatives |degree |correlative_comparative
সংজ্ঞা

Use the with comparatives to show that when one thing changes, another thing changes too.

used before comparatives to show that one amount or degree changes in relation to another, especially in the pattern the... the...

ব্যাকরণ
অভিধানিক রূপ
the
IPA
GB/ðə/
US/ðə/
শব্দাংশ ও জোর
the (১টি শব্দাংশ)
শব্দরূপ
Noun
  • Base: the
  • Plural: thes
সম্পর্কিত শব্দ
Forms
thes noun
অভিব্যক্তি

all the time

1
/ˈɔl ðə tˈaɪm/
fixed phrase

very often; continuously

Use this to say something happens very often or does not stop.

উদাহরণ
  • She checks her phone all the time.
  • It rains all the time in winter here.
  • You don't have to agree with me all the time.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • My neighbor plays loud music all the time.
  • I feel tired all the time lately.

at the same time

2
/ˈæt ðə sˈeɪm tˈaɪm/
fixed phrase

simultaneously; nevertheless

Use this to say two things happen together, or to add another side of an idea.

উদাহরণ
  • They arrived at the same time.
  • I want to save money, but at the same time I need a vacation.
  • The app lets several people edit the document at the same time.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • We started speaking at the same time.
  • The job is difficult, but at the same time it is interesting.

by the way

1
/bˈaɪ ðə wˈeɪ/
fixed phrase informal

introduce unrelated information

Used to add new information to what you are saying, often not directly related to the main topic.

উদাহরণ
  • By the way, did you see my email?
  • By the way, I heard you got a new job.

by the way

2
/bˈaɪ ðə wˈeɪ/
fixed phrase

introducing extra information

Used to add new information to a conversation that is not directly about what you were talking about before.

উদাহরণ
  • By the way, have you seen my keys?
  • By the way, I met your brother yesterday.

by the way

3
/bˈaɪ ðə wˈeɪ/
fixed phrase

introducing an extra point

Use this when you suddenly add another piece of information or ask something new.

উদাহরণ
  • By the way, did you get my email?
  • I loved the movie. By the way, the soundtrack is great too.
  • Your brother called, by the way.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • By the way, what time is the meeting?
  • I finished the report, by the way.

in the end

1
/ˈɪn ðə ˈɛnd/
fixed phrase

after everything has happened

After everything else has happened; finally.

উদাহরণ
  • In the end, they decided not to buy the house.
  • We worked hard and, in the end, we succeeded.

in the end

4
/ˈɪn ðə ˈɛnd/
fixed phrase

finally; after all

Use this to say what happened after everything was considered or finished.

উদাহরণ
  • We tried several routes, and in the end we took the train.
  • In the end, it was cheaper to repair the car than to replace it.
  • She was nervous, but the interview went well in the end.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • In the end, I decided to stay home.
  • The problem looked serious, but it was easy to fix in the end.

in the meantime

1
/ˈɪn ðə mˈintˌaɪm/
fixed phrase

During the period until something happens

While waiting for something else to happen.

উদাহরণ
  • Dinner will be ready in an hour; in the meantime, let's play a game.
  • The package hasn't arrived yet. In the meantime, we can check our emails.

in the meantime

6
/ˈɪn ðə mˈintˌaɪm/
fixed phrase

while waiting

Use this to talk about what happens while you are waiting for the next thing.

উদাহরণ
  • The doctor will see you soon. In the meantime, please wait here.
  • Dinner will be ready in twenty minutes; in the meantime, you can set the table.
  • The new software arrives next month. In the meantime, we will keep using the old system.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • The bus comes at six. In the meantime, let's get coffee.
  • My laptop is being repaired, so in the meantime I am using my phone.

on the other hand

1
/ˈɔn ðə ˈʌðɚ hˈænd/
fixed phrase

introducing a contrast between ideas

Used to introduce an opposite or different idea from what was said before.

উদাহরণ
  • I like living in the city. On the other hand, it can be very noisy.
  • I like city life. On the other hand, it can be stressful.
  • He might agree. On the other hand, he could refuse.
  • He seems strict, but on the other hand, he cares deeply about his students.
  • He’s very talented. On the other hand, he can be lazy.

on the other hand

2
/ˈɔn ðə ˈʌðɚ hˈænd/
fixed phrase

introducing an opposite view

Used to introduce an opposite idea or fact.

উদাহরণ
  • I love city life. On the other hand, it can be very stressful.
  • He’s very talented. On the other hand, he lacks experience.

on the other hand

5
/ˈɔn ðə ˈʌðɚ hˈænd/
fixed phrase

contrasting point

Use this when you want to show the other side of an argument.

উদাহরণ
  • The apartment is small. On the other hand, it is close to work.
  • The plan could save money; on the other hand, it may take longer.
  • Some people enjoy working from home. On the other hand, others miss the office.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • The course is expensive. On the other hand, the teacher is excellent.
  • I like the city. On the other hand, it is very noisy.

the more the merrier

1
/ðə mˈɔɹ ðə mˈɛɹiɚ/
idiom informal

better with more people/things

It’s better when there are more people or things involved.

উদাহরণ
  • You can invite your friends— the more the merrier!
  • If others want to join us, the more the merrier.

the more the merrier

2
/ðə mˈɔɹ ðə mˈɛɹiɚ/
idiom

more people makes it better

Used to say that you are happy for more people or things to join, because it will make the situation better or more fun.

উদাহরণ
  • "Can I bring a friend to the game?" "Of course, the more the merrier!"
  • They invited extra guests at the last minute, saying, "The more the merrier."

the more the merrier

8
/ðə mˈɔɹ ðə mˈɛɹiɚ/
idiom informal

more people are welcome

Use this to say extra people are welcome.

উদাহরণ
  • Can I bring my sister to the party? Sure—the more the merrier.
  • We need volunteers, and the more the merrier.
  • Invite your friends too. The more the merrier.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • You can bring your roommate; the more the merrier.
  • If more students join the game, the more the merrier.

the thing is

7
/ðə θˈɪŋ ˈɪz/
fixed phrase informal

main point or problem

Use this before you explain the real problem or important point.

উদাহরণ
  • I'd love to come, but the thing is, I have to work late.
  • The thing is, nobody told us the meeting was canceled.
  • It's a good idea. The thing is, we don't have enough money.
শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য উদাহরণ
  • The thing is, I forgot my password.
  • I want to help, but the thing is, I don't know how.

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