LearnBanglaঅথবা
othoba precise: ôthoba
or
What does অথবা mean?
অথবা (othoba) is a Bangla conjunction that means or in English.
A formal or written word for or, used to link two alternatives in notices, instructions, and news. It sounds bookish, so casual conversation usually prefers বা (ba) or, in questions, নাকি (naki). If you use অথবা (othoba) while chatting with friends, it will sound like you are reading aloud.
How do you say “or” in Bangla?
Say অথবা, pronounced othoba.
Example sentences
- চা অথবা কফি নিন।cha othoba ophi nin.
Have tea or coffee.
- আজ অথবা কাল আসবো।aj othoba kal ashbo.
I'll come today or tomorrow.
- ফোন অথবা ইমেইল করুন।phon othoba imeil korun.
Call or email.
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