المعنى
Polite phrase after meeting someone
خلفية ثقافية
Handshakes are common but should be firm. Men usually wait for a woman to extend her hand first. If she doesn't, a polite nod and the phrase are sufficient. In southern regions like Lankaran, hospitality is even more formal. You might hear 'Sizinlə tanışlıq bizə şərəfdir' (Meeting you is an honor for us). In Baku, the Russian influence sometimes leads to the use of 'Ochen priyatno' (Very pleasant), but 'Sizinlə tanış olmağıma şadam' remains the patriotic and correct choice. Exchanging business cards is done with the right hand or both hands. Saying the phrase while receiving the card is a sign of high 'etiket'.
The 'Mən də' Rule
If someone says this to you first, simply reply 'Mən də sizinlə tanış olmağıma şadam' or the shorter 'Mən də şadam'.
Eye Contact
In Azerbaijan, avoiding eye contact while saying this can seem suspicious or shy. Look them in the eye!
المعنى
Polite phrase after meeting someone
The 'Mən də' Rule
If someone says this to you first, simply reply 'Mən də sizinlə tanış olmağıma şadam' or the shorter 'Mən də şadam'.
Eye Contact
In Azerbaijan, avoiding eye contact while saying this can seem suspicious or shy. Look them in the eye!
Don't skip the '-am'
Saying just 'Şad' sounds like you are naming a person or just saying the word 'Joy'. Always add the '-am'.
اختبر نفسك
Complete the formal introduction.
Sizinlə tanış ______ şadam.
The phrase requires the gerund 'olma' + possessive 'm' + dative 'a'.
Which phrase is most appropriate for a job interview?
Meeting the CEO for the first time:
'Sizinlə' is the formal 'you', necessary for a CEO.
Match the Azerbaijani phrase to its English equivalent.
Match the following:
Correctly matching formality levels is key in Azerbaijani.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Salam, mənim adım Leyladır. B: Salam Leyla xanım, ______.
The standard response to an introduction is 'Nice to meet you'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينSizinlə tanış ______ şadam.
The phrase requires the gerund 'olma' + possessive 'm' + dative 'a'.
Meeting the CEO for the first time:
'Sizinlə' is the formal 'you', necessary for a CEO.
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
Correctly matching formality levels is key in Azerbaijani.
A: Salam, mənim adım Leyladır. B: Salam Leyla xanım, ______.
The standard response to an introduction is 'Nice to meet you'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
4 أسئلةIt's better to use 'Səninlə tanış olmağıma şadam' for friends, but using the formal version won't offend them; it just sounds a bit 'extra'.
'Şadam' is more common for introductions. 'Məmnunam' means 'I am satisfied' and is often used after a service or a meal.
Yes, it is widely understood and used, though they might also use more Persian-influenced variations.
Usually, you say it *while* shaking hands or immediately after releasing the hand.
عبارات ذات صلة
Tanış olduğumuza şadam
similarI am glad that we have met.
Məmnun oldum
synonymI became pleased (Nice to meet you).
Xoş gördük
builds onGlad to see you.
Sizi görməyimə şadam
similarI am glad to see you.
