At the A1 level, 'نبوغ' (Nobugh) is a very advanced word. You don't need to use it yet, but you can think of it as meaning 'Very, very smart.' Imagine a child who can play the piano like a master; that child has 'Nobugh.' It is like the word 'Genius' in English. For now, just remember that it is a noun used to describe someone who is exceptionally clever. You might see it in books about famous people like Einstein. Just focus on the fact that it's a positive word for high intelligence.
At the A2 level, you can start to distinguish 'نبوغ' from simpler words like 'هوش' (intelligence). While 'هوش' is what we use for everyday smartness, 'نبوغ' is for something special. It is a noun. You might say 'He has genius' (او نبوغ دارد). This word is often used when talking about history, science, or art. If you see a beautiful painting or a complex machine, you can say it shows 'نبوغ'. It’s a great word to recognize in reading passages about Iranian culture and history.
At the B1 level, you should be able to use 'نبوغ' in simple sentences to describe extraordinary people. You should also learn the word 'نابغه' (Nabagheh), which means 'a genius' (the person). Remember: 'نبوغ' is the quality, 'نابغه' is the person. You can use 'نبوغ' with adjectives like 'زیاد' (much) or 'خاص' (special). For example, 'نبوغ خاص او در ریاضی' (His special genius in math). This level involves understanding that this word is formal and carries a lot of weight in Persian culture.
At the B2 level, you should use 'نبوغ' with more nuance. You can combine it with terms like 'نبوغ خلاقانه' (creative genius) or 'نبوغ نظامی' (military genius). You should understand its role in Persian literature and how it differs from 'استعداد' (talent). At this level, you should also be comfortable using it in the Ezafe construction (نبوغِ...) and understand that it implies an innate, natural brilliance. You should be able to discuss whether genius is born or made using this vocabulary.
At the C1 level, 'نبوغ' becomes a tool for deep analysis. You can use it to discuss the 'نبوغ ادبی' (literary genius) of poets like Hafez or Saadi. You should be aware of its etymological roots and how it relates to other high-level terms like 'فراست' (insight) or 'ذکاوت' (sagacity). You should be able to use it in complex sentence structures, such as 'نبوغ او در این است که...' (His genius lies in the fact that...). You can also use it ironically or metaphorically in sophisticated discourse.
At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'نبوغ'. You understand the subtle philosophical implications of the word and can use it in academic writing or high-level literary criticism. You can distinguish between 'نبوغ ذاتی' (innate genius) and 'نبوغ اکتسابی' (acquired genius - though this is a bit of an oxymoron in Persian). You can use it to describe abstract concepts like the 'نبوغ یک ملت' (the genius of a nation). Your usage is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker.

نبوغ في 30 ثانية

  • Nobugh means genius or exceptional brilliance in Persian.
  • It is a formal noun used for high intellectual achievements.
  • The person who has nobugh is called a 'nabagheh'.
  • It often implies innate, natural ability rather than just training.

The Persian word نبوغ (Nobugh) is a powerful noun that translates most directly to 'genius,' 'brilliance,' or 'exceptional intellectual power.' In the landscape of Persian vocabulary, it occupies a prestigious space, often reserved for individuals who possess an innate, almost otherworldly capacity for creativity or cognitive reasoning. Unlike simple 'intelligence' (hoosh) or 'talent' (estedaad), nobugh implies a level of mastery that transcends ordinary human boundaries. It is the spark that differentiates a skilled worker from a visionary master. When you use this word, you are acknowledging a quality that is rare, profound, and often innate rather than merely learned through repetition.

Register and Usage
This term is predominantly used in formal, academic, and literary contexts. While you might hear it in casual conversation, it is usually employed to emphasize a truly extraordinary feat. For example, in a university lecture discussing the works of Avicenna or Rumi, نبوغ would be the standard term to describe their intellectual contributions.

بسیاری از دانشمندان معتقدند که نبوغ انشتین در توانایی او برای تصور مفاهیم پیچیده نهفته بود.

(Many scientists believe that Einstein's genius lay in his ability to visualize complex concepts.)

The semantic field of nobugh also extends into the arts. A musician who composes a symphony at age five isn't just talented; they possess نبوغ موسیقیایی (musical genius). In modern Persian media, you will often find this word in headlines celebrating Iranian students who win gold medals at international Olympiads or filmmakers who win prestigious global awards. It carries a sense of national pride when applied to cultural icons.

Conceptual Nuance
The root of the word in Arabic (N-B-GH) relates to something emerging, becoming manifest, or excelling. In Persian, it has evolved to focus strictly on the mental and creative manifestation of that excellence.

او با نبوغ خود توانست راه حلی برای این مشکل پیدا کند.

(With his genius, he was able to find a solution to this problem.)

Furthermore, the word is often paired with adjectives like ذاتی (innate) or خلاقانه (creative). Understanding this word helps you appreciate the high value Persian culture places on intellectual achievement and the 'Aha!' moments of discovery. It is a word of high praise, and using it correctly demonstrates a sophisticated command of Persian nuances.

Using نبوغ correctly requires understanding its role as a noun. It often functions as the subject of a sentence or as the object of a preposition. Because it describes an abstract quality, it frequently appears in possessive constructions (Ezafe) to specify the type of genius being discussed. For instance, 'the genius of [Person]' would be nobugh-e [Person].

Common Grammatical Structures
1. [Noun] + دارای + نبوغ (Possessing genius) 2. نبوغِ + [Adjective] (e.g., نبوغِ سرشار - overflowing genius) 3. نشان از نبوغ داشتن (To show signs of genius)

این اثر هنری نشان‌دهنده نبوغ بی‌پایان خالق آن است.

(This artwork represents the endless genius of its creator.)

When describing a person as a genius, you don't say 'He is a Nobugh' (which sounds like 'He is a brilliance'). Instead, you say او یک نابغه است (He is a genius/person of genius). Nabagheh is the person-noun derived from the same root. However, you can say او نبوغ دارد (He has genius). This distinction is crucial for B2 level learners to master.

او در سن ده سالگی نبوغ خود را در شطرنج ثابت کرد.

(At the age of ten, he proved his genius in chess.)

In more advanced Persian, you might encounter the phrase نبوغ به خرج دادن, which means 'to exercise or display genius.' This is a common idiomatic way to describe someone performing a task with extraordinary skill. For example, 'The architect displayed genius in designing this bridge' would use this structure. It emphasizes the active application of one's innate brilliance to a specific problem or project.

In everyday life in Iran, نبوغ is a word that rings with admiration. You will hear it most frequently in educational environments. Teachers might discuss the nobugh of a particular student during parent-teacher conferences, or professors might lecture on the 'scientific genius' (نبوغ علمی) of historical figures like Khwarizmi or Biruni. It is a staple of the Persian academic lexicon.

Media and Journalism
If you watch Persian news or documentaries (like those on BBC Persian or VOA Farsi), you will hear this word when reporters cover stories about tech startups, medical breakthroughs, or artistic triumphs. It is used to add gravity and prestige to the subject being discussed.

مستند دیشب درباره نبوغ مریم میرزاخانی بود.

(Last night's documentary was about Maryam Mirzakhani's genius.)

Another place you'll encounter nobugh is in the world of Persian literature and poetry criticism. Critics often debate whether a poet's success was due to their نبوغ ذاتی (innate genius) or their تلاش و کوشش (effort and hard work). In this context, the word takes on a philosophical tone, touching on the nature of human creativity. You might also hear it in sports commentary, though less frequently, to describe a 'stroke of genius' by a football player or a tactical move by a coach.

همه از نبوغ او در حل مسائل پیچیده شگفت‌زده شدند.

(Everyone was amazed by his genius in solving complex problems.)

In modern Iranian social media, the word is sometimes used ironically. If someone does something particularly silly or obvious, a friend might jokingly say, 'What genius!' (Che nobughi!). However, this is informal and depends heavily on tone. In most written and formal spoken Persian, the word retains its high-status, serious meaning.

The most frequent mistake learners make with نبوغ is confusing it with its related form نابغه. As mentioned earlier, nobugh is the abstract noun (the quality), whereas nabagheh is the concrete noun (the person). You cannot say 'He is a nobugh' in Persian just as you wouldn't say 'He is a brilliance' in English.

Mistake 1: Confusing Quality with Person
Incorrect: او یک نبوغ است. (He is a genius - quality noun used for person) Correct: او یک نابغه است. (He is a genius - person noun)

اشتباه: او نبوغ بزرگی است. درست: او نابغه بزرگی است.

Another common error is overusing the word. In English, we might casually say 'That's genius!' for a small clever idea. In Persian, nobugh is quite heavy. Using it for something trivial can sound hyperbolic or sarcastic. For clever ideas, it is better to use هوشمندانه (smart/clever) or ابتکار (initiative/innovation).

Mistake 2: Confusing with 'Talent' (Estedaad)
While they are related, estedaad is a potential for success, whereas nobugh is an extraordinary level of that talent. A student may have a 'talent' for math, but only a few possess 'genius'.

او استعداد موسیقی دارد اما بتهوون نبوغ داشت.

(He has music talent, but Beethoven had genius.)

Lastly, watch the spelling. The letter 'gh' (غ) is often confused by beginners with 'q' (ق). While they are pronounced similarly in modern Tehrani Persian, they are distinct letters. Writing nobuq with a ق is a common spelling error for learners.

Persian has a rich vocabulary for intelligence and skill. Understanding the synonyms for نبوغ will help you choose the right word for the right context. The most common alternative is هوش (intelligence). While hoosh is general, nobugh is exceptional.

Comparison Table
  • هوش (Hoosh): General intelligence, IQ.
  • استعداد (Estedaad): Natural talent or aptitude.
  • ذکاوت (Zakavat): Sharpness of mind, wit, or sagacity.
  • فراست (Ferasat): Insight, intuition, or the ability to see the truth.
  • نبوغ (Nobugh): Extraordinary genius or brilliance.

او با ذکاوت خود مچ دروغگو را گرفت.

(With his sharp wit, he caught the liar.)

If you want to describe a 'stroke of genius' or a 'creative spark,' you might use خلاقیت (creativity) or ابتکار (innovation). These words focus more on the act of making something new rather than the innate power of the mind itself. However, nobugh often encompasses both. In literary circles, you might also hear قریحه (poetic talent/flair), which is specifically used for the natural ability to write poetry.

این اختراع حاصل نبوغ و خلاقیت اوست.

(This invention is the result of his genius and creativity.)

For formal writing, فطانت (astuteness) is another high-level synonym, though it is much rarer than nobugh. In summary, while many words touch on the idea of being smart, nobugh remains the gold standard for describing the highest peaks of human intellectual and creative capability in the Persian language.

How Formal Is It?

حقيقة ممتعة

In ancient contexts, the root was often associated with poets who suddenly became inspired or 'emerged' with great verses.

دليل النطق

UK /noˈbuːɣ/
US /noʊˈbuːɣ/
The stress is on the second syllable: no-BUGH.
يتقافى مع
فروغ (Forough) دروغ (Dorough) شلوغ (Sholough) بلوغ (Bolough) دوغ (Doogh) یوغ (Yough) مرغ (Morgh - partial) صبوغان (Saboughan - partial)
أخطاء شائعة
  • Pronouncing 'gh' as a hard 'g' like 'dog'.
  • Shortening the 'u' sound too much.
  • Stressing the first syllable.
  • Confusing 'gh' (غ) with 'q' (ق) in spelling.
  • Pronouncing it like 'nobug' without the fricative sound.

مستوى الصعوبة

القراءة 7/5

Requires understanding of abstract concepts and formal Persian text.

الكتابة 8/5

Spelling 'gh' (غ) correctly and using the right noun form is tricky.

التحدث 6/5

Pronouncing the 'gh' sound correctly is the main challenge.

الاستماع 5/5

Relatively easy to hear in academic or news contexts.

ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك

المتطلبات الأساسية

هوش باهوش استعداد دانا علم

تعلّم لاحقاً

خلاقیت ابتکار فراست ذکاوت شگرف

متقدم

فطانت قریحه مبادی تکامل شهود

قواعد يجب معرفتها

Ezafe Construction

نبوغِ انشتین (Einstein's genius)

Abstract Nouns to Personal Nouns

نبوغ (Genius) -> نابغه (A genius)

Adjective Placement

نبوغِ سرشار (Overflowing genius)

Preposition 'Dar'

نبوغ در هنر (Genius in art)

Verb Pairing

نبوغ داشتن (To have genius)

أمثلة حسب المستوى

1

او نبوغ دارد.

He has genius.

Simple Subject + Noun + Verb.

2

نبوغ یعنی خیلی باهوش.

Genius means very smart.

Defining a noun.

3

انشتین نبوغ داشت.

Einstein had genius.

Past tense with a historical figure.

4

این یک نبوغ است.

This is a genius (quality).

Demonstrative pronoun.

5

نبوغ او خوب است.

His genius is good.

Possessive Ezafe.

6

من نبوغ را دوست دارم.

I like genius.

Direct object with 'ra'.

7

نبوغ در کتاب است.

Genius is in the book.

Prepositional phrase.

8

او با نبوغ کار می‌کند.

He works with genius.

Adverbial use with 'ba'.

1

نبوغ او در ریاضی عالی است.

His genius in math is excellent.

Ezafe + Prepositional phrase.

2

آیا شما نبوغ دارید؟

Do you have genius?

Question form.

3

او نبوغ زیادی در هنر دارد.

He has a lot of genius in art.

Adjective 'ziyad' modifying the noun.

4

نبوغ برای موفقیت لازم است.

Genius is necessary for success.

Subject in a general statement.

5

ما نبوغ او را دیدیم.

We saw his genius.

Past tense with direct object.

6

او بدون نبوغ هم موفق شد.

He succeeded even without genius.

Use of 'bedun-e' (without).

7

نبوغ در خانواده آن‌ها است.

Genius is in their family.

Locative phrase.

8

او به نبوغ خود افتخار می‌کند.

He is proud of his genius.

Verb 'eftekhar kardan' with 'be'.

1

نبوغ او در موسیقی همه را متعجب کرد.

His genius in music surprised everyone.

Subject phrase causing an action.

2

او با نبوغ ذاتی خود مسائل را حل می‌کند.

He solves problems with his innate genius.

Adjective 'zati' (innate).

3

نبوغ علمی او در جهان شناخته شده است.

His scientific genius is known in the world.

Passive construction.

4

او برای نشان دادن نبوغ خود تلاش کرد.

He tried to show his genius.

Infinitive phrase for purpose.

5

نبوغ همیشه با سخت‌کوشی همراه نیست.

Genius is not always accompanied by hard work.

Negative statement with 'hamrah'.

6

او در نویسندگی نبوغ سرشاری دارد.

He has overflowing genius in writing.

Adjective 'sarshar' (overflowing).

7

نبوغ او باعث تغییرات بزرگی شد.

His genius caused big changes.

Causative structure.

8

داستان‌های او پر از نبوغ است.

His stories are full of genius.

Adjective phrase 'por az'.

1

نبوغ او در طراحی معماری بی‌نظیر است.

His genius in architectural design is unique.

Complex Ezafe chain.

2

او نبوغ خود را در شرایط سخت ثابت کرد.

He proved his genius in difficult conditions.

Transitive verb with object.

3

نبوغ به تنهایی برای رسیدن به قله کافی نیست.

Genius alone is not enough to reach the peak.

Abstract subject with 'be tanhayi'.

4

او با نبوغ مدیریتی خود شرکت را نجات داد.

He saved the company with his managerial genius.

Compound adjective 'modiriyati'.

5

نبوغ او ریشه در کنجکاوی بی‌پایانش دارد.

His genius is rooted in his endless curiosity.

Metaphorical 'risheh darad'.

6

او از نبوغ خود برای کمک به دیگران استفاده کرد.

He used his genius to help others.

Use of 'estefadeh kardan az'.

7

نبوغ شعری او در اشعارش کاملاً مشهود است.

His poetic genius is quite evident in his poems.

Adjective 'mashhud' (evident).

8

او با نبوغ خود مرزهای علم را جابجا کرد.

With his genius, he pushed the boundaries of science.

Idiomatic 'marz-ha ra jabaja kardan'.

1

نبوغ او در تحلیل مسائل سیاسی تحسین‌برانگیز است.

His genius in analyzing political issues is admirable.

Gerund-like 'tahlil' in Ezafe.

2

او نبوغ خود را در قالب آثار هنری ماندگار کرد.

He immortalized his genius in the form of lasting artworks.

Causative 'mandegar kardan'.

3

نبوغ او فراتر از درک معاصرانش بود.

His genius was beyond the comprehension of his contemporaries.

Prepositional phrase 'faratar az'.

4

او با نبوغ استراتژیک خود در جنگ پیروز شد.

He won the war with his strategic genius.

Adjective 'estratezhik'.

5

نبوغ همواره با نوعی دیوانگی همراه بوده است.

Genius has always been accompanied by a kind of madness.

Perfect tense 'hamrah budeh ast'.

6

او در اوج نبوغ خود این کتاب را نوشت.

He wrote this book at the height of his genius.

Temporal phrase 'dar owj-e'.

7

نبوغ او در ترکیب سنت و مدرنیته نهفته است.

His genius lies in the combination of tradition and modernity.

Verb 'nahofteh ast' (lies/is hidden).

8

او با نبوغ کلامی خود همه را متقاعد کرد.

He convinced everyone with his verbal genius.

Adjective 'kalami' (verbal).

1

نبوغ او به مثابه نوری در تاریکی جهل می‌درخشید.

His genius shone like a light in the darkness of ignorance.

Simile with 'be masabeh-ye'.

2

او نبوغ خود را وقف خدمت به بشریت کرد.

He dedicated his genius to the service of humanity.

Verb 'vaghf kardan' (to dedicate/endow).

3

نبوغ او در بازآفرینی مفاهیم انتزاعی بی‌بدیل است.

His genius in recreating abstract concepts is unparalleled.

Complex verbal noun phrase.

4

او با نبوغ خود پارادایم‌های علمی زمانه را تغییر داد.

With his genius, he changed the scientific paradigms of the era.

Technical term 'paradigm'.

5

نبوغ او تجسم عینی خلاقیت انسانی است.

His genius is the objective embodiment of human creativity.

Abstract philosophical phrasing.

6

او در سایه نبوغ خود به جاودانگی دست یافت.

In the shadow of his genius, he achieved immortality.

Metaphorical 'dar sayeh-ye'.

7

نبوغ او حاصل سال‌ها ممارست و تفکر عمیق بود.

His genius was the result of years of practice and deep thinking.

Noun phrase with 'hasel-e'.

8

او با نبوغ خود گره‌های ناگشودنی را باز کرد.

With his genius, he untied the unsolvable knots.

Metaphorical use of 'gereh'.

تلازمات شائعة

نبوغ ذاتی
نبوغ ریاضی
نبوغ هنری
اوج نبوغ
نبوغ سرشار
نبوغ نظامی
نبوغ خلاقانه
اثبات نبوغ
نبوغ علمی
نبوغ سیاسی

العبارات الشائعة

در سایه نبوغ

— Under the influence or protection of genius.

او در سایه نبوغ پدرش رشد کرد.

نبوغ به خرج دادن

— To display or exercise genius in a task.

او در طراحی این پل نبوغ به خرج داد.

نشان از نبوغ

— A sign or indication of genius.

این اختراع نشان از نبوغ او دارد.

کشف نبوغ

— Discovering someone's genius.

معلم او اولین کسی بود که نبوغش را کشف کرد.

نبوغ خارق‌العاده

— Extraordinary genius.

او دارای نبوغ خارق‌العاده‌ای است.

تحسین نبوغ

— To admire genius.

همه دنیا نبوغ او را تحسین می‌کنند.

نبوغ و نوآوری

— Genius and innovation combined.

نبوغ و نوآوری کلید موفقیت اوست.

تربیت نبوغ

— Nurturing or training genius.

تربیت نبوغ نیاز به محیط مناسب دارد.

نبوغ درونی

— Inner genius.

هر کسی باید نبوغ درونی خود را پیدا کند.

نبوغ و درخشش

— Genius and brilliance.

نبوغ و درخشش او در تمام آثارش پیداست.

يُخلط عادةً مع

نبوغ vs نابغه

Nabagheh is the person, Nobugh is the quality.

نبوغ vs هوش

Hoosh is general intelligence, Nobugh is exceptional brilliance.

نبوغ vs استعداد

Estedaad is talent/potential, Nobugh is the peak of that power.

تعبيرات اصطلاحية

"نبوغش گل کرده"

— His genius has started to bloom (he is being very clever right now).

امروز دوباره نبوغش گل کرده و راه‌حل را پیدا کرد.

informal
"از نبوغ سر رفتن"

— To be overflowing with genius.

او از نبوغ سر می‌رود.

literary
"نبوغ به تمام معنا"

— Genius in every sense of the word.

او یک نابغه به تمام معناست.

neutral
"در حد نبوغ"

— At the level of genius.

هوش او در حد نبوغ است.

neutral
"نبوغ محض"

— Pure genius.

این ایده نبوغ محض است.

neutral
"نبوغ خدادادی"

— God-given (natural) genius.

او نبوغ خدادادی در نقاشی دارد.

neutral
"نبوغ بی‌بدیل"

— Unparalleled genius.

نبوغ بی‌بدیل او در تاریخ ماندگار شد.

formal
"نبوغ نهفته"

— Hidden genius.

او نبوغ نهفته‌ای در موسیقی دارد.

neutral
"نبوغ ویرانگر"

— Destructive genius (used for brilliant but dangerous minds).

او نبوغ ویرانگری در هک کردن دارد.

neutral
"نبوغ و جنون"

— Genius and madness (the thin line between them).

مرز بین نبوغ و جنون بسیار باریک است.

literary

سهل الخلط

نبوغ vs بلوغ

Sounds similar.

Bolough means 'maturity' or 'puberty', Nobugh means 'genius'.

او به بلوغ رسیده است (He has reached maturity).

نبوغ vs فروغ

Rhymes with Nobugh.

Forough means 'brightness' or 'light'.

فروغ چشمانش (The brightness of her eyes).

نبوغ vs دروغ

Rhymes with Nobugh.

Dorough means 'a lie'.

دروغ نگو (Don't tell a lie).

نبوغ vs شلوغ

Rhymes with Nobugh.

Sholough means 'busy' or 'crowded'.

خیابان شلوغ است (The street is busy).

نبوغ vs دوغ

Rhymes with Nobugh.

Doogh is a yogurt drink.

من دوغ می‌خواهم (I want doogh).

أنماط الجُمل

A1

او [Noun] دارد.

او نبوغ دارد.

A2

نبوغ او [Adjective] است.

نبوغ او عالی است.

B1

او در [Field] نبوغ دارد.

او در موسیقی نبوغ دارد.

B2

[Person] با نبوغ خود [Action].

او با نبوغ خود مسئله را حل کرد.

C1

نبوغ او نشان‌دهنده [Concept] است.

نبوغ او نشان‌دهنده خلاقیت اوست.

C1

در اوج [Noun]...

در اوج نبوغ خود...

C2

نبوغ او فراتر از [Noun] است.

نبوغ او فراتر از زمان خود است.

C2

[Noun] حاصل نبوغ اوست.

این اثر حاصل نبوغ اوست.

عائلة الكلمة

الأسماء

نابغه (Nabagheh - A genius)
نبوغ (Nobugh - Genius/Brilliance)

الأفعال

نبوغ نشان دادن (To show genius)
نبوغ به خرج دادن (To exercise genius)

الصفات

نوابغ (Navabegh - Geniuses/Plural)
نابغه (Adjectival use: genius-like)

مرتبط

هوش (Intelligence)
خلاقیت (Creativity)
ابتکار (Innovation)
استعداد (Talent)
ذکاوت (Wit)

كيفية الاستخدام

frequency

Common in education and arts, rare in street slang.

أخطاء شائعة
  • Using 'Nobugh' for a person. Nabagheh

    Nobugh is the abstract noun, not the person.

  • Spelling it with 'Q' (ن ب ق). نبوغ

    The correct letter is 'Gh' (غ).

  • Using it for simple tasks. Bahoosh / Zerang

    Nobugh is for exceptional brilliance only.

  • Pronouncing it 'No-bug'. No-bugh

    The 'gh' is a fricative, not a stop.

  • Forgetting the Ezafe in 'Nobugh-e ou'. Nobugh-e ou

    Possessive requires the Ezafe link.

نصائح

Noun vs Person

Always remember Nobugh = Genius (quality), Nabagheh = Genius (person).

The GH sound

The 'gh' is voiced. If you can't do it, a soft 'r' or 'h' sound is closer than a hard 'g'.

Context Matters

Use this word for historical figures or truly amazing feats to sound natural.

Overflowing

Pair it with 'sarshar' (overflowing) for maximum impact in writing.

Respect

Using this word shows you value intellectualism, which is important in Iran.

Ezafe

Don't forget the Ezafe 'e' sound when connecting Nobugh to its owner.

News keywords

When you hear 'Nobugh', expect a story about a discovery or an award.

Tone

Say it with emphasis on the 'Bugh' to sound more like a native.

Related Words

Learn 'Estedaad' and 'Hoosh' alongside 'Nobugh' to see the spectrum of intelligence.

No Bugs

Remember: A genius mind has 'No Bugs'.

احفظها

وسيلة تذكّر

Think of 'No Bug' - A genius has 'No Bugs' in their brain; their thinking is perfect and brilliant.

ربط بصري

Imagine a bright lightbulb popping out of a head, but the light is so bright it illuminates a whole city.

Word Web

Mind Brilliance Einstein Creation Innate Mastery Innovation Exceptional

تحدٍّ

Try to use 'نبوغ' in a sentence about your favorite historical figure today.

أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Arabic root N-B-GH (ن ب غ), which means to emerge, excel, or become manifest.

المعنى الأصلي: To excel in a particular field or to show sudden brilliance.

Semitic root, borrowed into Persian.

السياق الثقافي

Be careful not to use it sarcastically unless you are very close with the person, as it can be taken as an insult to their intelligence.

Similar to the word 'Genius' but used more formally. Westerners might use 'Genius' casually for a good idea, but 'Nobugh' is heavier.

Ibn Sina (Avicenna) Maryam Mirzakhani (Fields Medalist) Abbas Kiarostami (Filmmaker)

تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية

سياقات واقعية

Science

  • نبوغ علمی
  • کشف بزرگ
  • نظریه جدید
  • حل مسئله

Art

  • نبوغ هنری
  • اثر ماندگار
  • سبک جدید
  • خلاقیت محض

Education

  • استعداد درخشان
  • دانش‌آموز نابغه
  • پرورش نبوغ
  • نمره عالی

History

  • متفکر بزرگ
  • نبوغ باستانی
  • میراث علمی
  • شخصیت برجسته

Business

  • نبوغ مدیریتی
  • استراتژی هوشمندانه
  • رهبری نوآورانه
  • رشد سریع

بدايات محادثة

"به نظر شما نبوغ ذاتی است یا با تمرین به دست می‌آید؟"

"کدام شخصیت تاریخی به نظر شما بیشترین نبوغ را داشته است؟"

"چگونه می‌توان نبوغ را در کودکان شناسایی کرد؟"

"آیا نبوغ همیشه باعث خوشبختی می‌شود؟"

"تفاوت بین هوش و نبوغ از نظر شما چیست؟"

مواضيع للكتابة اليومية

درباره زمانی بنویسید که نبوغ کسی شما را شگفت‌زده کرد.

اگر می‌توانستید در یک زمینه خاص نبوغ داشته باشید، کدام زمینه را انتخاب می‌کردید؟

آیا فکر می‌کنید سیستم آموزشی فعلی به رشد نبوغ کمک می‌کند یا آن را سرکوب می‌کند؟

رابطه بین نبوغ و تلاش سخت را توصیف کنید.

یک نابغه ایرانی را معرفی کنید و درباره نبوغ او بنویسید.

الأسئلة الشائعة

10 أسئلة

Hoosh is general intelligence (IQ), while Nobugh is an exceptional, rare brilliance often found in world-class creators or thinkers.

No, you should call the child a 'Nabagheh' (a genius). You say the child 'has Nobugh'.

Yes, it is primarily a formal and literary word, though understood by everyone.

It is usually transliterated as 'Nobugh'.

In Persian culture, Nobugh is usually seen as something 'zati' (innate) or 'khodadadi' (God-given), though hard work is also valued.

The plural 'Nobugh-ha' exists but is rare. The plural of the person noun 'Nabagheh' is 'Navabegh'.

Common adjectives include 'zati' (innate), 'sarshar' (overflowing), and 'khalaghaneh' (creative).

Yes, to describe a player with extraordinary tactical or physical brilliance, like Messi.

Yes, it is extremely positive and complimentary.

Yes, it comes from the Arabic root N-B-GH.

اختبر نفسك 180 أسئلة

writing

Write a sentence using 'نبوغ' and 'ریاضی'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Einstein's genius is world-famous.'

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Describe a genius you know in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Use 'نبوغ ذاتی' in a sentence.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'He proved his genius.'

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Write about 'Nobugh' in 10 words.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Musical genius'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Use 'اوج نبوغ' in a sentence.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Genius and madness'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Write a short dialogue using 'Nobugh'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Innate talent and genius'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Use 'نبوغ علمی' in a sentence.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'He is a genius.'

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Use 'نبوغ سرشار' in a sentence.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Hidden genius'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Write a sentence about Avicenna's genius.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Pure genius'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Use 'نبوغ نظامی' in a sentence.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Translate: 'Admirable genius'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
writing

Write a sentence about 'Nobugh' and 'Success'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Pronounce 'Nobugh' correctly.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'He has a lot of genius' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Describe Einstein using the word 'Nobugh'.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Ask someone if they believe in innate genius.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'His genius is unique' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Explain the difference between Nobugh and Hoosh.

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Say 'Artistic genius' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Use 'Nobugh' in a sentence about a student.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'He proved his genius' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Talk about a Persian genius like Avicenna.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'Genius and innovation' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Use 'Nobugh-e ou' in a sentence.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'Mathematical genius' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Ask: 'Who is a genius in your opinion?'

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'Pure genius' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Use 'Nobugh' in a sports context.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'His genius is evident' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'Innate genius' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'Genius alone is not enough' in Persian.

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صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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Say 'The peak of genius' in Persian.

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What word is heard in this sentence: 'او در هنر نبوغ دارد'?

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Translate the sentence you hear: 'نبوغ او بی‌نظیر است.'

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Does the speaker say 'Nabagheh' or 'Nobugh'?

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What field is mentioned: 'نبوغ ریاضی او عالی است'?

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Identify the adjective: 'نبوغ ذاتی او'.

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Translate: 'او نبوغ خود را ثابت کرد.'

صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
صحيح! ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة:
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What is the emotion in the speaker's voice when saying 'Nobugh'?

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Listen for the 'gh' sound in 'Nobugh'. Is it clear?

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How many times was 'Nobugh' used in the text?

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Translate: 'نبوغ سرشار'.

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Identify the person mentioned: 'نبوغ انشتین'.

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Translate: 'اوج نبوغ'.

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Is the word used formally or informally?

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Translate: 'نبوغ علمی'.

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What is the last sound of the word 'Nobugh'?

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