المعنى
An invitation for guests to relax and feel at ease.
خلفية ثقافية
In Iran, hospitality is a matter of honor. Saying 'Rāhat bāshid' is not just a suggestion; it is a way for the host to show they are not burdened by the guest's presence. In fast-paced Tehran, 'Rāhat bāshid' is often used in business to quickly move past formalities and get to the point. In more traditional homes, 'Rāhat bāshid' is often followed by 'Khāne-ye khodetune' (It's your own home) to emphasize deep kinship. Among Iranians abroad, 'Rāhat bāshid' is a way to maintain cultural warmth in a foreign environment.
The 'Ta'arof' Rule
If someone says 'Rāhat bāshid' to you, you should still be polite, but you can slowly start to relax. Don't immediately put your feet on the table!
Singular vs. Plural
When in doubt, always use the plural 'bāshid.' It is never wrong to be too polite in Persian culture.
المعنى
An invitation for guests to relax and feel at ease.
The 'Ta'arof' Rule
If someone says 'Rāhat bāshid' to you, you should still be polite, but you can slowly start to relax. Don't immediately put your feet on the table!
Singular vs. Plural
When in doubt, always use the plural 'bāshid.' It is never wrong to be too polite in Persian culture.
Pairing with 'Befarmāid'
Always try to say 'Befarmāid, rāhat bāshid.' It sounds much more natural and native-like than just saying 'Rāhat bāshid' alone.
Body Language
When you say this, use a warm smile and a slight nod. Persian hospitality is as much about the face as it is about the words.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the most appropriate phrase to say to a new colleague who just arrived at your office.
بفرمایید بنشینید، ________.
'راحت باشید' is the polite, formal way to tell a colleague to be comfortable.
Complete the dialogue between two close friends.
دوست ۱: میتونم کتم رو اینجا بذارم؟ دوست ۲: آره حتماً، ________.
Since they are close friends, the informal singular 'راحت باش' is used.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are hosting a dinner and your guest is waiting for you to start eating.
This encourages the guest to start eating and feel at ease.
Fill in the missing word.
اصلاً تعارف نکنید، ______ باشید.
'راحت باشید' is the standard expression used with 'تعارف نکنید'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Where to use 'Rāhat bāshid'
Home
- • Living Room
- • Dinner Table
- • Guest Room
Work
- • Office Desk
- • Meeting Room
- • Break Room
Social
- • Cafe
- • Park Bench
- • Taxi
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينبفرمایید بنشینید، ________.
'راحت باشید' is the polite, formal way to tell a colleague to be comfortable.
دوست ۱: میتونم کتم رو اینجا بذارم؟ دوست ۲: آره حتماً، ________.
Since they are close friends, the informal singular 'راحت باش' is used.
Situation: You are hosting a dinner and your guest is waiting for you to start eating.
This encourages the guest to start eating and feel at ease.
اصلاً تعارف نکنید، ______ باشید.
'راحت باشید' is the standard expression used with 'تعارف نکنید'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةYes, if you are the one paying or hosting the meal, you can say it to your guests when the food arrives.
No, it can be for taking off a coat, starting to eat, or even just feeling free to speak your mind.
Usually 'Mersí' (Thanks) or 'Mamnun, lotf dārid' (Thank you, you are kind).
It's better to wait for the teacher to say it to you. If you say it to them, it might sound like you are the one in charge.
No, 'rāhat' means comfortable/easy, not lazy (tambal).
Yes, in emails or letters to friends and colleagues to set a friendly tone.
You say 'Man rāhatam' (من راحتم).
Yes, it's very common and sounds very kind.
Yes, you can say 'Rāhat bāshid, moshkeli nist' (Be at ease, it's no problem).
No, it is a purely secular social expression.
عبارات ذات صلة
بفرمایید
similarPlease / Go ahead
تعارف نکنید
builds onDon't stand on ceremony
خوش آمدید
similarWelcome
سخت نگیرید
similarDon't take it hard / Take it easy
منزل خودتان است
synonymIt's your own home
