Bengali · Family & People
ছেলে
chhele
Son; boy
Beginnernoun
Definition
A male child.
Example
ওদের ছেলের বয়স পাঁচ বছর।
Their son is five years old.
Etymology
The word 'ছেলে' (chhele) derives from the Sanskrit 'छात्र' (chātra), traditionally used to refer to a boy or son. The term has evolved linguistically within the regional context of Bengali.
How & Where It’s Used
'ছেলে' is used mainly in informal contexts and everyday conversations, frequently when referring to young boys or sons. It is broadly understood across Bengali-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
The word 'ছেলে' is found in numerous children's stories and poems, where themes of youth and innocence are prevalent.