Though the words may differ, the sentiment of wishing well is universally understood. Learning these phrases can build bridges across cultures, showing respect and goodwill in a language that may be foreign to us. How Can Wordplay Enrich the Meaning of a Good Luck Wish? Wordplay adds a layer...
The original meaning of the name fits the Buddhist understanding of the role of a bodhisattva. The reinterpretation presenting him as anīśvarashows a strong influence ofShaivism, as the termīśvarawas usually connected to the Hindu notion of a creator god and ruler of the world. Attributes...
The reporter initially tried to dissuade me from giving an interview as she explained that publicly sharing a view that opposes the overwhelming majority of the Bengali UK community would lead to my ostracisation. She advised me to be careful with this in mind and to stick to writing this b...
Literally meaning “I hope it goes well,” うまくいくといいですね (umaku iku to ii desu ne) softly conveys your wishes for someone’s success. It carries a friendly tone.Again, this is a neutral polite way to say this phrase. To make it casual, say うまくいくといいね (umaku ...
I see that this motion has both direct and symbolic consequences against the Bengali community of Bricklane. On the one hand, the *further* gentrification directly impacts the hard earned income of small business owners in the area. On the other hand, many including myself would consider Brick...