Bedeutung
To say something logical, reasonable, and sensible.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the bazaar, 'Hesab' is sacred. A man's word is his bond, but his 'hesab' is the proof. This idiom reflects the high value placed on accuracy and fairness in trade. Using this phrase is a way to show 'Enteghad-paziri' (being open to criticism). It shows you are humble enough to accept a better logic than your own. While the idiom is modern, the concept of 'Hesab' (The Reckoning) is a major theme in Persian mystical poetry, referring to the ultimate truth of the universe.
The Ultimate Agreement
If you want to end a debate respectfully, just say 'Harfe hesab javab nadarad.' It signals that you agree and there's nothing more to say.
Don't over-formalize
In very formal writing, use 'سخن منطقی' (sokhan-e manteghi) instead of 'harfe hesab zadan'.
Bedeutung
To say something logical, reasonable, and sensible.
The Ultimate Agreement
If you want to end a debate respectfully, just say 'Harfe hesab javab nadarad.' It signals that you agree and there's nothing more to say.
Don't over-formalize
In very formal writing, use 'سخن منطقی' (sokhan-e manteghi) instead of 'harfe hesab zadan'.
Teste dich selbst
Which verb completes the idiom?
او همیشه حرف حساب ______.
The light verb for this idiom is always 'zadan' (to hit/strike).
Fill in the missing word.
حرف ______ جواب ندارد.
This is a famous Persian proverb: 'Harfe hesab javab nadarad.'
In which situation would you say 'Harfe hesab mizani'?
Your friend suggests saving money instead of buying a third cake.
The phrase validates sound reasoning.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'If we leave now, we won't get stuck in traffic.' B: '________.'
B is agreeing with A's logical suggestion.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenاو همیشه حرف حساب ______.
The light verb for this idiom is always 'zadan' (to hit/strike).
حرف ______ جواب ندارد.
This is a famous Persian proverb: 'Harfe hesab javab nadarad.'
Your friend suggests saving money instead of buying a third cake.
The phrase validates sound reasoning.
A: 'If we leave now, we won't get stuck in traffic.' B: '________.'
B is agreeing with A's logical suggestion.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenNo, it is generally very positive. However, asking 'Why don't you speak sense?' (Chera harfe hesab nemizani?) can be confrontational.
Yes, if you are agreeing with a point the interviewer made about the industry or the role.
'Hesab' is about logic and fairness. 'Hagh' is about truth and justice, often with a religious or moral undertone.
It's great for blogs, emails, and social media, but avoid it in formal legal or academic papers.
Verwandte Redewendungen
حرف حق
similarThe word of truth
منطقی بودن
synonymTo be logical
چرند گفتن
contrastTo talk nonsense
