How do you say Mrs in Bengali?

There isn't a direct translation of "Mrs." in Bengali that works in all situations. Here's why and how you can address someone respectfully:

* No direct equivalent: Bengali doesn't have a title like "Mrs." or "Ms." that is commonly used for married or unmarried women.

* Respectful addressing: The best way to be respectful is to use the woman's name with an honorific:

* For older women or those you want to show extra respect: "মা' (Ma) - "Mother" (This is the most common and respectful way to address an older woman.)

* For younger women or those you know well: You can use "আপনি" (Aapni) - "You" (formal) or "তুমি" (Tumi) - "You" (informal) with their name.

* Context matters: The best approach depends on the context, your relationship with the woman, and local customs.

Example:

Instead of "Mrs. Chatterjee," you could say:

* মা চ্যাটার্জি (Ma Chatterjee)

* আপনি চ্যাটার্জি (Aapni Chatterjee) (formal)

* তুমি চ্যাটার্জি (Tumi Chatterjee) (informal)

Important note: If you are unsure about the correct address, it's always best to err on the side of more formality.