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borong precise: bôrông
rather, instead
What does বরং mean?
বরং (borong) is a Bangla conjunction that means rather, instead in English.
বরং (borong) introduces a better or more suitable alternative, usually after something has just been rejected — 'rather', 'instead', 'better yet'. It sits at the start of the second clause and is common in both speech and writing when someone suggests or corrects a plan. It is not the question 'or' (that is নাকি, naki); বরং replaces an idea rather than offering a choice.
How do you say “rather” in Bangla?
Say বরং, pronounced borong.
Example sentences
- চা নয়, বরং কফি দাও।cha noy, borong kofi dao.
Not tea — give coffee instead.
- বরং তুমি যাও।borong tumi jao.
You go instead.
- বরং কাল দেখা করি।borong kal dekha kori.
Let's meet tomorrow instead.
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