Food & Eating
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Have you eaten? (polite)
Kheyechhen?
KHAY-yay-chhen?
About this phrase
Literally
(You) have eaten?
When to use it
In Bangladeshi culture this is a genuine expression of care, almost a greeting. Asking shows you're looking after someone. Friends: Kheyecho?
How it feels
Caring, warm.
Formality
Formal (apni)
Grammar
Word by word
Rules in this phrase
Examples
In a conversation
Aunt
Kheyechho? Mukh-ta shukiye gechhe.
Have you eaten? You look worn out.
You
Hyan khala, kheyechhi.
Yes aunty, I've eaten.
Common replies
Hyan, kheyechhi
yes, I've eaten
Na, ekhono khaini
no, not yet