Bengali Reading & Listening Mastery: Pronunciation & Fluency

Learn to Read Bengali Fluently & Accurately, Improve Pronunciation, Enhance Listening Skills | Intermediate to Advanced

What you'll learn

Read Bengali script and literature fluently and confidently without hesitation.

Improve pronunciation of Bengali words, sentences, punctuation, and intonation.

Develop reading comprehension skills for advanced Bengali texts.

Develop listening comprehension by recognizing spoken Bengali words more easily.

Understand sentence structure and read Bengali texts with correct intonation.

Read various types of Bengali content, including signs, dialogues, stories, and news articles.

Apply correct reading techniques to achieve more unmistakable comprehension and a more natural flow.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of Bengali vowels (স্বরবর্ণ), consonants (ব্যঞ্জনবর্ণ), diacritics (কার), and conjunct consonants (যুক্তাক্ষর).

Ability to recognize simple Bengali words and sentences and form correct grammatical sentences.

No prior fluency is required—this course is designed to improve reading skills progressively.

Students must have a desire to actively practice reading and listening. You will be guided throughout the course.

A notebook and a pen for writing new words and phrases.

Access to a device (PC, tablet, or smartphone) to watch video lessons, practice reading exercises, and download resources.

Description

Do you struggle to read Bengali fluently, even though you recognize the script?Do you wish to improve your pronunciation and listening skills by mastering Bengali reading?If so, this course is designed just for you – an intermediate to advanced learner of the Bengali language. This is NOT a BEGINNER's Course.Reading Bengali fluently is more than just recognizing letters—it requires proper pronunciation, understanding sentence flow, and recognizing punctuation to read smoothly and naturally. Many learners become stuck at a basic level because they can identify Bengali words but struggle to read them with confidence. If you have faced this challenge, you are not alone!The "Bengali Reading Mastery: Pronunciation, Fluency & Listening" course will help you bridge the gap between knowing the script and reading fluently. This course provides structured lessons, guided practice, and real-world reading exercises to help you progress from hesitant reading to natural fluency. Focusing on proper pronunciation, sentence structure, and intonation will also strengthen your listening skills, making it easier to understand spoken Bengali.Our Goal is to achieve Bengali reading and listening fluency.Whether you are learning Bengali for personal, academic, or professional reasons, this course will help you gain confidence in reading texts, signs, dialogues, and even short stories. You will no longer struggle to read Bengali books, messages, or subtitles. Instead, you will be able to read with ease, improving both your speaking and comprehension skills.What is Inside This Course?Progressive Reading Practice – Start with simple words and gradually move to sentences, paragraphs, and full texts.Pronunciation Drills – Learn to pronounce Bengali words accurately, improving clarity and confidence.Sentence Flow & Intonation – Master natural pauses, stress, and rhythm for expressive reading.Punctuation Awareness – Understand how commas, full stops, and question marks impact meaning and pronunciation.Real-Life Bengali Texts – Read dialogues, signboards, articles, and stories to build real-world fluency.Listening Exercises – Strengthen your listening skills by connecting sounds with written words.Practice Worksheets & Exercises – Reinforce learning with structured activities and self-evaluation tests.What is the Goal of This Course?By the end of this course, you will be able to:Read Bengali fluently and naturally without hesitation.Improve pronunciation and understand the correct sound of Bengali words.Read and comprehend complete Bengali sentences, including punctuation cues.Develop listening skills by recognizing words and sentence structures while reading.Gain confidence in reading books, articles, and conversations in Bengali.This course is designed for learners who already know the Bengali script but struggle with reading fluency. It will guide you step by step to read faster, more accurately, and with the correct pronunciation.Why Should You Enroll?Advanced learning: You are already familiar with the Bengali script. But do you read fluently? If not, this course will make reading easy and natural for you.Get better: Pronunciation and listening skills are closely intertwined. This course, which focuses on reading, will help you speak and understand Bengali better.Get real: You will read REAL Bengali texts, not just isolated words or random sentences, but meaningful dialogues, stories, and valuable content.Bridge gaps: This is the missing step between learning the alphabet and mastering Bengali. If you’ve struggled with reading smoothly, this course will unlock your fluency.Structured learning: whether you take it slowly or fast, this course provides the right tools and exercises to ensure progress.Taught by an Expert: Learn from a professional Bengali tutor with 23 years of experience teaching the language to learners worldwide.Self-Paced and Flexible: Study at your own pace from anywhere with lifetime access to all the course materials.Dedicated Support: Get your questions answered and join our engaged learning community.Money-Back Guarantee: If you are unhappy with the course for any reason, you can receive a full refund within 30 days, no questions asked.Don't let reading difficulties hold you back from fully understanding and enjoying the Bengali language! Whether you're a student, a heritage learner, or someone passionate about Bengali, this course will give you the skills you need to read fluently and confidently and also improve your listening skills.This course is ideal for intermediate to advanced learners who have always wanted to delve deeper into the Bengali script and literature, but didn’t know where to begin.It is designed for non-native speakers eager to explore one of the world's most beautiful and widely spoken languages. If you can read and write in Bengali and want to improve your reading skills and better understand Bengali speakers around you, this course is ideal for you.Whether you’re looking to pick up a new language as a hobby, expand your linguistic skills for career opportunities, or connect more deeply with Bengali-speaking communities, this course will help you achieve your goals.Don't wait! Take the first step towards mastering Bengali reading and listening today. Enroll now and start your journey into the rich and vibrant world of the Bengali language!I will see you inside.~ Tanmoy Das

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Promo Video

Lecture 2 About the Instructor

Lecture 3 About the Course

Lecture 4 Learning Plan

Lecture 5 Importance of Reading & Listening in Bengali

Section 2: Building Blocks

Lecture 6 The Bengali Script Refresher

Lecture 7 Diacritics of Vowels

Lecture 8 Diacritics of Consonants

Lecture 9 Combining Consonants & Vowels

Lecture 10 Conjunct or Compound Consonants

Lecture 11 Consonant Sounds or Signs

Lecture 12 Special Characters and Rare Sounds

Lecture 13 Punctuation Marks

Section 3: Basics of Reading

Lecture 14 Spelling Words in Bengali

Lecture 15 Simple Words - Part 1

Lecture 16 Simple Words - Part 2

Lecture 17 Simple Words - Part 3

Lecture 18 Simple Words - Part 4

Lecture 19 Simple Words - Part 5

Lecture 20 Simple Phrases - Part 1

Lecture 21 Simple Phrases - Part 2

Lecture 22 Simple Phrases - Part 3

Lecture 23 Special Sentences

Section 4: Reading Sentences

Lecture 24 Spelling and Reading Words & Sentences in Bengali

Lecture 25 Simple Sentences - 1

Lecture 26 Simple Sentences - 2

Lecture 27 Intermediate Sentences - 1

Lecture 28 Intermediate Sentences - 2

Lecture 29 Longer Complex Sentences - 1

Lecture 30 Longer Complex Sentences - 2

Lecture 31 Additional Sentences for Practice

Section 5: Reading Short Content

Lecture 32 Paragraph - 1

Lecture 33 Paragraph - 1 with explanations (On Demand)

Lecture 34 Paragraph - 2

Lecture 35 Paragraph - 3

Lecture 36 Paragraph - 4

Lecture 37 Paragraph - 5

Lecture 38 Short Story - 1

Lecture 39 Short Story - 2

Lecture 40 Short Story - 3

Lecture 41 Short Story - 4

Lecture 42 Short Story - 5

Section 6: Conclusion

Lecture 43 Conclusion

Section 7: Bonus Section

Lecture 44 Bonus Lecture

Bengali language learners who can recognize the script but struggle with reading fluency.,Non-native Bengali speakers looking to improve pronunciation and listening skills.,Bengali heritage learners who speak Bengali but struggle to read confidently or do not understand others when they speak.,Students or professionals who need to improve their Bengali reading comprehension.,Anyone preparing for exams, work, or travel where reading in Bengali is essential.,This course is not for absolute beginners who have never learned the Bengali alphabet (Please check our previous courses for beginners).,It is definitely not for those who want to learn how to speak, read, or write in Bengali or Bengali grammar. Although we will discuss these in detail, it is essential to understand the fundamental policies behind sentence construction.,This course is not suitable for those seeking a writing course, as it focuses on improving reading and listening skills.,This course is not for learners expecting a spoken Bengali course; the focus is on reading fluency, with pronunciation improvement as a secondary benefit, so that you can speak well and understand when others talk.