LearnBanglaডাক
dak precise: Dak
call, mail, post
What does ডাক mean?
ডাক (dak) is a Bangla noun that means call, mail, post in English.
This versatile noun refers either to a vocal call or summons, or to the postal mail system. You will encounter it when someone calls your name, in reference to animal sounds, or when sending parcels via the post. Learners should note that the action of calling someone is expressed using the compound verb ডাক দেওয়া (dak dewa) or the verb ডাকা (daka).
How do you say “call” in Bangla?
Say ডাক, pronounced dak. Press play to hear a native Bangladeshi voice say it.
Example sentences
- সে দূর থেকে ডাক দিল।she dur theke dak dilo.
He called out from afar.
- আজকের ডাকে কোনো চিঠি আছে?ajker dake kono chithi achhe?
Is there any letter in today's mail?
- ডাক্তারের ডাক শুনে দ্রুত যান।daktarer dak shune druto jan.
Go quickly upon hearing the doctor's call.
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