motto

noun/ˈmɒtəʊ/CEFR B2

নীতিবাক্য

Meaning

A short phrase expressing the beliefs of a person or an institution.

Example sentences

  • The school motto is on the gate.স্কুলের নীতিবাক্যটি ফটকে লেখা।
  • Safety first is his motto.নিরাপত্তাই আগে — এটিই তার নীতিবাক্য।

A common mistake

A motto and a slogan do the same job.→A motto states a belief; a slogan sells something.

A motto belongs to a school, a family or a country and says what it stands for. A slogan is written to be remembered and to persuade.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms: slogan

Similar words, and what each means

  • slogan

    স্লোগান

    A short memorable phrase used in advertising or campaigns.

Where this word is used

Check yourself

  1. “motto” — এর বাংলা অর্থ কোনটি?

    • • ব্যবসায়ী, ডিলার
    • • নীতিবাক্য
    • • সশস্ত্র বাহিনী
    • • সহকর্মী
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    নীতিবাক্য — motto (noun) — নীতিবাক্য. A short phrase expressing the beliefs of a person or an institution.

  2. Which word is closest in meaning to “motto”?

    • • substation
    • • intercom
    • • slogan
    • • voucher
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    slogan — slogan — স্লোগান. A short memorable phrase used in advertising or campaigns.

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