اردیبهشت
اردیبهشت in 30 Sekunden
- Second month of the Persian calendar.
- Peak of spring (April 21 - May 21).
- Symbol of beauty and 'Best Righteousness'.
- Most famous for Shiraz's blooming gardens.
The word اردیبهشت (Ordibehesht) is the name of the second month in the Solar Hijri calendar, which is the official calendar used in Iran and Afghanistan. It typically begins on April 21st and ends on May 21st of the Gregorian calendar. In Persian culture, this month is widely regarded as the most beautiful time of the year, as it marks the peak of spring. The name itself carries a heavy weight of spiritual and historical significance, derived from Old Persian roots meaning 'Best Righteousness' or 'Ultimate Truth'. When an Iranian mentions this month, they are often evoking images of lush greenery, blooming flowers, and perfect weather, neither too hot nor too cold.
- Temporal Category
- Ordibehesht is the middle month of spring (Bahar), following Farvardin and preceding Khordad.
- Cultural Connotation
- It is colloquially known as the 'Paradise of Months' because the word 'Behesht' (Paradise) is embedded within it, and the weather in cities like Shiraz is world-renowned during this period.
Speakers use this word in various contexts, from administrative dating to poetic descriptions. In a formal setting, you will hear it in news reports or when scheduling appointments. Informally, it is used to describe the 'vibe' of a day. If a day in another month is particularly pleasant and breezy, someone might say, 'It feels like Ordibehesht today.' It is a month of festivals, school exams, and outdoor gatherings.
شیراز در ماه اردیبهشت واقعاً شبیه بهشت است.
Historically, Ordibehesht is associated with the Amesha Spenta (Archangel) 'Asha Vahishta' in Zoroastrianism, who represents fire and cosmic order. This deep-rooted connection to 'order' and 'truth' gives the month a sense of purity and renewal. For learners, understanding Ordibehesht is key to understanding the Persian soul's connection to nature. It is not just a slot on a calendar; it is a cultural phenomenon that inspires music, art, and travel.
گلهای محمدی در اواسط اردیبهشت باز میشوند.
- Zodiac Sign
- Ordibehesht corresponds mostly with the sign of Taurus (Gâv), emphasizing stability and the flourishing of the earth.
ما در پانزدهم اردیبهشت روز شیراز را جشن میگیریم.
Using اردیبهشت in a sentence is relatively straightforward, as it functions as a proper noun representing a specific month. However, there are grammatical nuances regarding prepositions and possessive structures (Ezafe) that learners should master. In Persian, we typically say 'Month of Ordibehesht' (Mâh-e Ordibehesht) or simply 'Ordibehesht'. When specifying a date, the number comes before the month name, linked by the Ezafe.
امروز دهمِ اردیبهشت است.
To indicate that something happens *in* Ordibehesht, we use the preposition 'dar' (in) or simply drop the preposition in spoken Persian. For example, 'Dar Ordibehesht havâ âli ast' (In Ordibehesht, the weather is excellent). Notice how the month name does not change its form; Persian nouns are not declined for case.
- Sentence Pattern: Birthdays
- [Subject] + motevalled-e (born of) + [Month]. Example: 'Man motevalled-e Ordibehesht hastam' (I was born in Ordibehesht).
You can also use Ordibehesht as an adjective-like noun to describe events. 'Safar-e Ordibeheshti' (An Ordibehesht-ish trip) implies a trip taken during this specific month, carrying the connotation of a spring getaway. When writing formally, ensure you use the full spelling without contractions. In poetry, Ordibehesht is often personified as a bride or a gardener who brings life back to the soil.
تعطیلات اردیبهشت برای سفر به شمال عالی است.
او در اواخر اردیبهشت به تهران میآید.
- Prepositional Usage
- 'Tâ' (until) and 'Az' (from) are common. 'Az avval-e Ordibehesht' (From the beginning of Ordibehesht).
You will encounter the word اردیبهشت in almost every facet of Iranian life during the spring season. On television and radio, news anchors use it to announce dates or upcoming holidays. In the streets of Iran, especially in April and May, people discuss their weekend plans (Sizdah Bedar is already over, but the weather is still perfect) using this word. It is a staple of 'Khabar' (News) segments when discussing agricultural yields or the start of the rosewater (Golab-giri) season in Kashan.
نمایشگاه بینالمللی کتاب تهران معمولاً در اردیبهشت برگزار میشود.
In schools and universities, Ordibehesht is a month of intense study. You will hear students saying, 'Emtehânât az âkhar-e Ordibehesht shoru mishavad' (Exams start from late Ordibehesht). It is also a very popular month for weddings. If you look at invitation cards, the word 'Ordibehesht' is often written in elegant calligraphy. Musically, many Persian pop and traditional songs mention this month to symbolize a time of love and fresh beginnings.
- Daily Conversation
- Friends might ask, 'Ordibehesht kojâ berim safar?' (Where should we travel in Ordibehesht?), highlighting its status as the peak travel season.
Social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter see a massive surge in the use of the hashtag #اردیبهشت during this time. Users post photos of blossoms, the green mountains of the Alborz range, or the historic gardens of Shiraz (like Eram Garden). It is also the month of the 'Tavalod' (Birthday) of many famous Persian figures, which leads to commemorative posts. In the business world, fiscal reports for the second month of the year will prominently feature this name.
بارانهای اردیبهشت برای کشاورزی خیلی مفید هستند.
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is trying to map اردیبهشت directly to 'May'. While they overlap significantly, Ordibehesht actually begins in late April. If you have an appointment on the 1st of Ordibehesht, it is April 21st, not May 1st. This discrepancy can cause significant scheduling errors for those unfamiliar with the Solar Hijri calendar. Always use a calendar converter when dealing with official dates.
- Pronunciation Pitfall
- Learners often struggle with the 'h' in the middle. It should be a soft breathy sound, not a harsh 'kh' and not completely silent like the English 'h' in 'hour'.
Another error is the spelling of the word in Persian script. Sometimes learners forget the 'ye' (ی) after the 'd' (د), writing it as 'Ardebehesht'. The correct spelling is 'Ordibehesht' with a 'ye' indicating the long 'i' sound. Furthermore, some confuse Ordibehesht with 'Khordad' (the third month). Remember the alphabetical and seasonal order: Farvardin (1), Ordibehesht (2), Khordad (3).
اشتباه: من در ماه اردیبهشت به مدرسه رفتم (در حالی که منظور ماه مِی بود).
Grammatically, learners sometimes forget the Ezafe when stating a specific day. You must say 'Dovvom-e Ordibehesht' (Second *of* Ordibehesht), not just 'Dovvom Ordibehesht'. The 'e' sound linking the number and the month is crucial for natural-sounding speech. Lastly, avoid pluralizing the month name ('Ordibehesht-ha') unless you are specifically referring to 'The Ordibeheshts of my childhood' in a poetic sense; usually, it stays singular.
- Spelling Check
- Ensure the 'sh' (ش) and 't' (ت) at the end are not merged into a single sound; they are distinct consonants.
While اردیبهشت is a unique proper noun, there are related terms and alternatives depending on the context. If you are speaking with someone who uses the Gregorian calendar, you might use the transliterated word 'May' (مِی) or 'April' (آوریل), but these are only used in international or specific contexts and never to replace the Persian month name in a local setting.
- Comparison: Farvardin vs. Ordibehesht
- Farvardin is the month of Nowruz (New Year) and is often frantic. Ordibehesht is calmer, greener, and seen as the 'true' spring.
- Comparison: Khordad vs. Ordibehesht
- Khordad starts to get hot, especially in the south. Ordibehesht is the 'Goldilocks' month—just right.
In poetic or archaic Persian, you might encounter the term 'Mâh-e Gol-afshân' (The flower-scattering month), which is a descriptive epithet for Ordibehesht. Another related term is 'Bahar' (Spring), which encompasses the entire three-month period. If you want to be more general, you can say 'Vasat-e Bahar' (Middle of Spring). In the Afghan Persian (Dari) dialect, the solar months have different names; the second month is called 'Saur' (ثور), which is the Arabic name for Taurus.
در افغانستان، به ماه اردیبهشت، «ثور» میگویند.
When discussing the 'vibe' of the month, words like 'Beheshti' (Heavenly/Paradisiacal) are frequently used. If a garden is exceptionally beautiful, one might say it has an 'Ordibeheshti' quality. For administrative purposes, 'Mâh-e Dovvom' (The second month) is a functional synonym used in financial software or formal lists.
- Avestan Root
- 'Asha Vahishta' is the original form, where 'Vahishta' means 'Best' (superlative of good).
How Formal Is It?
Wusstest du?
In Zoroastrianism, Ordibehesht is the protector of fire. This is why the month is associated with warmth and the energy that makes plants grow.
Aussprachehilfe
- Pronouncing it as 'Ardebehesht' (using 'a' instead of 'o').
- Making the 'h' silent like in 'honest'.
- Merging the 'sh' and 't' too quickly.
- Pronouncing 'di' as a short 'i' like in 'dip' instead of a long 'ee'.
- Stressing the first syllable.
Schwierigkeitsgrad
Easy to recognize once the alphabet is known, but the 'ye' and 'he' combination needs attention.
Requires correctly connecting multiple letters (alef, re, dal, ye, be, he, shin, te).
The pronunciation is rhythmic and usually easy for English speakers.
Distinctive sound makes it easy to pick out in conversation.
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Voraussetzungen
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Fortgeschritten
Wichtige Grammatik
Ordinal Numbers with Months
دومِ اردیبهشت (2nd of Ordibehesht). Numbers take the Ezafe.
Preposition 'Dar'
در اردیبهشت (In Ordibehesht). Used for temporal location.
Compound Nouns with 'Mah'
اردیبهشتماه. 'Mah' is often appended for clarity.
Adjective Formation with '-i'
اردیبهشتی (Ordibehesht-like). Adding 'i' makes it an adjective or a person noun.
Ezafe for Possession
بارانِ اردیبهشت (Rain of Ordibehesht). Connects nouns.
Beispiele nach Niveau
امروز اول اردیبهشت است.
Today is the first of Ordibehesht.
Uses 'st' as a short form of 'ast' (is).
ماه اردیبهشت زیبا است.
The month of Ordibehesht is beautiful.
Simple Subject + Adjective + Verb structure.
تولدم در اردیبهشت است.
My birthday is in Ordibehesht.
Preposition 'dar' means 'in'.
اردیبهشت ماهِ دوم است.
Ordibehesht is the second month.
Ezafe (e) connects 'mâh' and 'dovvom'.
هوا در اردیبهشت خوب است.
The weather is good in Ordibehesht.
Standard weather description.
من اردیبهشت را دوست دارم.
I like Ordibehesht.
Direct object marker 'râ' is used.
گلها در اردیبهشت باز میشوند.
Flowers open in Ordibehesht.
Present continuous sense of 'opening'.
اردیبهشت در بهار است.
Ordibehesht is in spring.
Categorization of the month within a season.
ما در نیمه اردیبهشت به سفر میرویم.
We are going on a trip in the middle of Ordibehesht.
'Nimeh' means middle.
اردیبهشت بعد از فروردین میآید.
Ordibehesht comes after Farvardin.
'Ba'd az' is a preposition meaning 'after'.
آیا شما در ماه اردیبهشت امتحان دارید؟
Do you have exams in the month of Ordibehesht?
Question format with 'Âyâ'.
در اردیبهشت درختان سبز هستند.
In Ordibehesht, the trees are green.
Plural 'derakhtân'.
او بیست و دوم اردیبهشت به اینجا آمد.
He came here on the 22nd of Ordibehesht.
Past tense 'âmad'.
باران پاییزی با باران اردیبهشت فرق دارد.
Autumn rain is different from Ordibehesht rain.
'Farq dârad' means 'is different'.
کاشان در اردیبهشت بوی گل میدهد.
Kashan smells like flowers in Ordibehesht.
Idiomatic 'buy-e ... dâdan'.
فصل بهار با اردیبهشت به اوج میرسد.
The spring season reaches its peak with Ordibehesht.
'Be owj residan' (to reach the peak).
اگر به شیراز بروی، اردیبهشت بهترین زمان است.
If you go to Shiraz, Ordibehesht is the best time.
Conditional 'agar' sentence.
نمایشگاه کتاب تهران هر سال در اردیبهشت برگزار میشود.
The Tehran Book Fair is held every year in Ordibehesht.
Passive voice 'borgozâr mishavad'.
بسیاری از شاعران درباره زیبایی اردیبهشت شعر گفتهاند.
Many poets have written poems about the beauty of Ordibehesht.
Present perfect 'she'r gofte-and'.
کشاورزان در اردیبهشت مشغول کار در مزارع هستند.
Farmers are busy working in the fields in Ordibehesht.
'Mashghul-e' followed by a noun/gerund.
او تصمیم گرفت عروسیاش را در اواخر اردیبهشت بگیرید.
She decided to have her wedding in late Ordibehesht.
Infinitive 'gereftan' used for 'having/holding'.
میوههای نوبرانه در اردیبهشت به بازار میآیند.
Early-season fruits come to the market in Ordibehesht.
'Nobarâne' refers to first-of-the-season produce.
اردیبهشت ماهی است که طبیعت دوباره زنده میشود.
Ordibehesht is the month when nature comes alive again.
Relative clause 'mâhi ast ke'.
ما معمولاً در اردیبهشت به کوهنوردی میرویم.
We usually go mountain climbing in Ordibehesht.
Adverb 'ma'mulan' (usually).
لطافت هوای اردیبهشت در هیچ ماه دیگری دیده نمیشود.
The softness of the Ordibehesht air is not seen in any other month.
Abstract noun 'letâfat' (softness/delicacy).
برنامهریزی برای تعطیلات باید قبل از شروع اردیبهشت انجام شود.
Planning for the holidays must be done before Ordibehesht begins.
Modal 'bâyad' with passive 'anjâm shavad'.
اردیبهشت در تقویم جلالی جایگاه ویژهای دارد.
Ordibehesht has a special place in the Jalali calendar.
Specific term 'Taqvim-e Jalâli'.
جشنوارههای گل و گیاه در سراسر کشور در اردیبهشت برپا میشود.
Flower and plant festivals are set up across the country in Ordibehesht.
'Barpâ shodan' (to be established/set up).
به دلیل بارندگیهای شدید، اردیبهشت امسال بسیار سرسبز است.
Due to heavy rainfall, Ordibehesht this year is very lush.
'Be dalil-e' (due to).
او مقالهای درباره تاثیر اقلیم بر نامگذاری ماه اردیبهشت نوشت.
He wrote an article about the influence of climate on the naming of Ordibehesht.
Compound noun 'nâm-gozâri' (naming).
در ادبیات فارسی، اردیبهشت نماد جوانی و طراوت است.
In Persian literature, Ordibehesht is a symbol of youth and freshness.
'Namâd' (symbol).
بسیاری از قراردادهای تجاری در ابتدای اردیبهشت بسته میشوند.
Many business contracts are concluded at the beginning of Ordibehesht.
'Baste shodan' (to be closed/concluded).
واژه اردیبهشت یادآور مفهوم «اشا» در آیین زرتشت است.
The word Ordibehesht is a reminder of the concept of 'Asha' in Zoroastrianism.
'Yâd-âvar' (reminder/evocative).
اردیبهشت با آن نسیم سحریاش، گویی قطعهای از بهشت روی زمین است.
Ordibehesht, with its morning breeze, is as if it's a piece of paradise on earth.
Use of 'guyi' (as if/it is as though).
تجلی شکوه طبیعت را میتوان در نیمه دوم اردیبهشت مشاهده کرد.
The manifestation of nature's glory can be observed in the second half of Ordibehesht.
'Tajalli' (manifestation) and 'shokuh' (glory).
نویسنده در کتاب خود، اردیبهشت را به مثابه یک گذار معنوی توصیف میکند.
In his book, the author describes Ordibehesht as a spiritual transition.
'Be masâbe-ye' (as/in the capacity of).
تلاقی هنر و طبیعت در اردیبهشتِ شیراز به اوج خود میرسد.
The intersection of art and nature reaches its peak in the Ordibehesht of Shiraz.
'Talâqi' (intersection/confluence).
بررسی ریشهشناختی اردیبهشت ما را به اعماق تاریخ ایران باستان میبرد.
An etymological study of Ordibehesht takes us to the depths of ancient Iranian history.
'Rishe-shenâkhti' (etymological).
اردیبهشت، زمانی است که روح خسته از زمستان، دوباره جانی تازه میگیرد.
Ordibehesht is a time when the soul, tired of winter, takes on new life again.
Metaphorical use of 'jân gereftan'.
تغییرات اقلیمی ممکن است ویژگیهای منحصر به فرد اردیبهشت را به مخاطره اندازد.
Climate change might endanger the unique characteristics of Ordibehesht.
'Be mokhâtere andâkhtan' (to endanger).
اردیبهشت در جهانبینی ایرانی، صرفاً یک واحد زمانی نیست، بلکه تجسمی از راستی مطلق است.
In the Iranian worldview, Ordibehesht is not merely a time unit, but an embodiment of absolute truth.
'Jahân-bini' (worldview) and 'tajassom' (embodiment).
خوانش متون پهلوی نشاندهنده قداست والای ماه اردیبهشت در نزد ایرانیان است.
A reading of Pahlavi texts demonstrates the high sanctity of the month of Ordibehesht among Iranians.
'Khvânesh' (reading/interpretation).
دیالکتیک میان زمین و آسمان در اردیبهشت به زیباترین شکل خود بروز مییابد.
The dialectic between earth and sky manifests in its most beautiful form in Ordibehesht.
Philosophical term 'Dialektik'.
اردیبهشت، بزنگاهِ بازگشت به خویشتن و آشتی با طبیعت است.
Ordibehesht is the critical juncture of returning to oneself and reconciling with nature.
'Bezangâh' (critical juncture/turning point).
استعارههای به کار رفته در اشعار کلاسیک، اردیبهشت را مظهر کمال آفرینش میدانند.
The metaphors used in classical poems consider Ordibehesht the manifestation of the perfection of creation.
'Mazhar-e kamâl' (manifestation of perfection).
تحلیل ساختاری اسطورههای مرتبط با اردیبهشت، پیوند عمیق آن را با عنصر آتش فاش میسازد.
A structural analysis of myths related to Ordibehesht reveals its deep connection with the element of fire.
'Fâsh sâkhtan' (to reveal/make known).
اردیبهشت در سپهر فرهنگی ایران، همواره با نوعی سرخوشی و شادمانی ازلی گره خورده است.
In Iran's cultural sphere, Ordibehesht has always been tied to a kind of primordial euphoria and joy.
'Sepehr-e farhangi' (cultural sphere).
تداوم تاریخی نام اردیبهشت، گواهی بر پایداری هویت ایرانی در گذر اعصار است.
The historical continuity of the name Ordibehesht is a testament to the persistence of Iranian identity through the ages.
'Gavâhi bar pâyedâri' (testament to the persistence).
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
— A common rhyming phrase implying that Ordibehesht is the month of paradise.
واقعاً که میگویند اردیبهشت، ماه بهشت است.
— Being born in Ordibehesht, often associated with specific personality traits like being calm and nature-loving.
او به اردیبهشتی بودنش افتخار میکند.
— A trip specifically planned for this month to enjoy the spring scenery.
یک سفر اردیبهشتی به کاشان عالی است.
— The specific scent of spring air and flowers typical of this month.
بوی اردیبهشت در کوچه پیچیده است.
— In the middle of the month, a common time for events.
در نیمه اردیبهشت گلها کامل باز میشوند.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
Both have 'd' and end in consonants, but Mordad is the hottest month of summer.
This is the specific festival, not the whole month.
While related, 'Behesht' means paradise, 'Ordibehesht' is the month.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
— To be the best and most beautiful period of someone's life.
آن سالها اردیبهشت زندگی من بود.
Poetic— Used to describe something exceptionally beautiful and fresh.
چهرهاش مثل اردیبهشت تازه بود.
Literary— A redundant but emphatic way to say that this month is the absolute peak of beauty.
در بهشتِ اردیبهشت قدم میزدیم.
Poetic— Used to express hope and the coming of good times.
نگران نباش، اردیبهشت در راه است.
Neutral— Refers to a pleasant, refreshing smell or atmosphere.
خانهاش همیشه عطر اردیبهشت میدهد.
Informal— Refers to historical events or tragedies that happened in this month (specific contexts).
آنها خاطره اردیبهشت خونین را فراموش نمیکنند.
Political/Historical— The bride of months; a common nickname for Ordibehesht.
اردیبهشت، عروس ماهها، فرا رسید.
Poetic— Symbol of a bad year or a missed opportunity for growth.
اردیبهشت بیباران برای باغبان غمانگیز است.
Literary— A heart that is young, fresh, and full of hope.
او با وجود سن زیاد، دلی اردیبهشتی دارد.
Informal— To be in a state of peaceful bliss or ignoring reality for beauty.
همه در خواب اردیبهشت بودند که طوفان آمد.
LiteraryLeicht verwechselbar
Both are spring months.
Farvardin is the 1st month (March-April), Ordibehesht is the 2nd.
عید در فروردین است، اما گلها در اردیبهشت میرویند.
Both are spring months.
Khordad is the 3rd month (May-June) and is warmer.
خرداد پایان بهار است، اما اردیبهشت قلب بهار است.
Both start with a similar labial consonant sound in some dialects.
Bahman is winter, Ordibehesht is spring.
بهمن برف دارد، اردیبهشت گل دارد.
Both are the second months of their respective seasons.
Azar is the second month of autumn.
آذر برگریزان است، اردیبهشت شکوفهباران.
Phonetically distinct but both important calendar months.
Esfand is the last month of the year.
اسفند برای خانهتکانی است، اردیبهشت برای لذت بردن.
Satzmuster
امروز [Date] اردیبهشت است.
امروز اول اردیبهشت است.
[Subject] در اردیبهشت به [Place] میرود.
او در اردیبهشت به پاریس میرود.
بهترین زمان برای [Action]، ماه اردیبهشت است.
بهترین زمان برای پیادهروی، ماه اردیبهشت است.
با شروع اردیبهشت، [Event] آغاز میشود.
با شروع اردیبهشت، جشنواره گل آغاز میشود.
اردیبهشت تجلیِ [Abstract Noun] در طبیعت است.
اردیبهشت تجلیِ زیبایی در طبیعت است.
هیچ ماهی به اندازه اردیبهشت با [Concept] گره نخورده است.
هیچ ماهی به اندازه اردیبهشت با هویت ایرانی گره نخورده است.
اگر در اردیبهشت اینجا باشی، [Result].
اگر در اردیبهشت اینجا باشی، شکوفهها را میبینی.
من متولد [Date] اردیبهشت هستم.
من متولد دهم اردیبهشت هستم.
Wortfamilie
Substantive
Adjektive
Verwandt
So verwendest du es
Very high, especially during the spring season.
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Writing 'اردیبشت' instead of 'اردیبهشت'.
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اردیبهشت
You missed the 'he' (ه) in the middle. The word has two 'h' sounds effectively (be-hesht).
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Saying 'Man dar May be donyâ âmadam' to an Iranian.
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Man dar Ordibehesht be donyâ âmadam.
Even if you were born in May, using the Persian month name is much more natural in a Persian context.
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Pronouncing it 'Ar-di-besht'.
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Or-di-be-hesht
Ensure the 'e' sound before 'hesht' is audible. It's four syllables.
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Thinking Ordibehesht is the 5th month because May is the 5th month.
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Ordibehesht is the 2nd month.
The Persian year starts in March, so the numbering is different.
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Using 'Ordibehesht' to refer to the season of Spring.
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Bahar
Ordibehesht is only one month within the season of Bahar.
Tipps
Shiraz in Ordibehesht
If you ever travel to Iran, try to time it for the first two weeks of Ordibehesht. The scent of orange blossoms in Shiraz is an unforgettable experience.
The Ezafe Link
Don't forget the 'e' sound when saying dates: 'Dovvom-e Ordibehesht'. It sounds unnatural to omit it.
Related Festivals
Learn about 'Ordibeheshtgan', an ancient festival celebrating truth and fire that takes place on the 3rd of this month.
The Soft 'H'
The 'h' in 'behesht' is soft. Practice by sighing gently in the middle of the word.
Calendar Conversion
Use an app to see which Gregorian dates fall into Ordibehesht this year, as it changes slightly with leap years.
Complimenting Weather
If the weather is perfect, say 'Havâ Ordibeheshti-ye' (The weather is Ordibehesht-like). It's a high compliment.
Spotting the Word
Look at the top of any Iranian newspaper; you'll see the date with 'اردیبهشت' written clearly.
Calligraphy
Ordibehesht is a favorite word for calligraphers because of its flowing letters. Try writing it in 'Nasta'liq' style.
The Paradise Month
Just remember: Ordibehesht = Paradise. It's the easiest way to remember which month it is.
Seasonal Snacks
Associate Ordibehesht with 'Goje Sabz' (sour green plums). They are the iconic snack of this month.
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Think of 'ORDER' + 'BEHESHT' (Paradise). It is the month where nature is in perfect ORDER and looks like PARADISE.
Visuelle Assoziation
Imagine a lush green garden in Shiraz with pink roses and a clear blue sky. That image IS Ordibehesht.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Try to name all 12 Persian months, but spend an extra 10 seconds describing why Ordibehesht is the most beautiful one.
Wortherkunft
Derived from the Middle Persian 'Ardwahisht' and Old Persian 'Asha Vahishta'. It has been part of the Iranian calendar system for over 2,500 years.
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: 'Asha' means Truth, Righteousness, or Cosmic Order. 'Vahishta' is the superlative of 'Vohu' (Good), meaning 'Best'. Thus, it means 'Best Truth'.
Indo-European -> Indo-Iranian -> Iranian -> Persian.Kultureller Kontext
No major sensitivities, but be aware that in Afghanistan, the month is called 'Saur', so 'Ordibehesht' might not be recognized by all Dari speakers.
For English speakers, it's the equivalent of 'April showers bring May flowers' but compressed into one glorious month.
Im Alltag üben
Kontexte aus dem Alltag
Dating and Scheduling
- تاریخ شروع: اول اردیبهشت
- مهلت ارسال: پایان اردیبهشت
- قرار ملاقات در اردیبهشت
- تقویم سال جاری
Weather and Nature
- هوای مطبوع اردیبهشت
- شکوفههای اردیبهشتی
- بارانهای پراکنده اردیبهشت
- طبیعت سرسبز
Personal Life
- من اردیبهشتی هستم
- جشن تولد در اردیبهشت
- سالگرد ازدواج در اردیبهشت
- خاطرات خوش اردیبهشت
Travel
- سفر به شیراز در اردیبهشت
- تورهای مسافرتی اردیبهشت
- بلیط برای اواسط اردیبهشت
- بهترین زمان سفر
Academic/Professional
- امتحانات پایان اردیبهشت
- نمایشگاه بینالمللی اردیبهشت
- گزارش عملکرد ماه اردیبهشت
- تعطیلات رسمی در اردیبهشت
Gesprächseinstiege
"به نظر شما اردیبهشت بهترین ماه برای سفر به شیراز است؟ (Do you think Ordibehesht is the best month to travel to Shiraz?)"
"شما در ماه اردیبهشت به دنیا آمدهاید یا ماه دیگری؟ (Were you born in Ordibehesht or another month?)"
"برنامه شما برای تعطیلات اردیبهشت چیست؟ (What is your plan for the Ordibehesht holidays?)"
"چرا مردم ایران اینقدر ماه اردیبهشت را دوست دارند؟ (Why do Iranian people love the month of Ordibehesht so much?)"
"آیا تا به حال نمایشگاه کتاب تهران را در اردیبهشت دیدهاید؟ (Have you ever seen the Tehran Book Fair in Ordibehesht?)"
Tagebuch-Impulse
احساس خود را درباره زیباییهای طبیعت در ماه اردیبهشت بنویسید. (Write about your feelings regarding the beauty of nature in Ordibehesht.)
یک خاطره خیالی از سفری به شیراز در نیمه اردیبهشت توصیف کنید. (Describe an imaginary memory of a trip to Shiraz in mid-Ordibehesht.)
اگر میتوانستید یک ماه را برای همیشه انتخاب کنید، آیا آن اردیبهشت بود؟ چرا؟ (If you could choose one month forever, would it be Ordibehesht? Why?)
تفاوتهای بین ماه می در کشور خودتان و ماه اردیبهشت در ایران را بنویسید. (Write the differences between the month of May in your country and Ordibehesht in Iran.)
چگونه میتوانیم از آرامش ماه اردیبهشت در زندگی روزمره استفاده کنیم؟ (How can we use the peace of Ordibehesht in our daily lives?)
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt typically starts on April 21st in non-leap years. In leap years, it might start on April 20th. It is the second month of the Persian calendar.
Yes, in the Solar Hijri calendar, the first six months of the year (Farvardin through Shahrivar) always have 31 days.
Shiraz is universally considered the best city to visit because of its gardens and orange blossoms. Kashan is also popular for rosewater making.
It comes from 'Asha Vahishta', meaning 'Best Righteousness' or 'Perfect Truth' in ancient Avestan.
You say: 'Man motevalled-e Ordibehesht hastam' or 'Man dar Ordibehesht be donyâ âmadam'.
There are several, including Labor Day (May 1st) and various religious holidays that move according to the lunar calendar.
It's a linguistic evolution. 'Vahishta' (Best) became 'Behesht' (Paradise). So the month name literally contains the word for Paradise.
It corresponds to Taurus (The Bull), known in Persian as 'Gâv' or 'Saur' in Arabic/Dari.
The month itself exists, but in Afghanistan, they use the name 'Saur' (ثور) officially instead of Ordibehesht.
It is primarily a month name, but it is occasionally used as a poetic girl's name, though very rare. 'Behesht' itself is more common as a name element.
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Write a sentence in Persian saying your birthday is in Ordibehesht.
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Describe the weather of Ordibehesht in three Persian words.
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Write: 'I want to go to Shiraz in Ordibehesht.'
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Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) about why Ordibehesht is beautiful.
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Compose a formal invitation for an event on the 15th of Ordibehesht.
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Translate: 'The fragrance of roses fills the air in Ordibehesht.'
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Write a poetic sentence comparing Ordibehesht to paradise.
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Write the names of the first three months of the Persian year.
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Explain the etymology of Ordibehesht in Persian (one sentence).
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Write a message to a friend inviting them to a trip in Ordibehesht.
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Translate: 'Tehran is very crowded during the Book Fair in Ordibehesht.'
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Write: 'Today is the 31st of Ordibehesht.'
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Describe an 'Ordibeheshti' person's character in Persian.
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Write: 'Spring reaches its peak in Ordibehesht.'
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Translate: 'I have many memories of Ordibehesht rain.'
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Write a diary entry about a day in Ordibehesht.
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Translate: 'The farmers are happy in Ordibehesht.'
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Write: 'Ordibehesht is the month of love.'
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Translate: 'The flowers bloom in the middle of Ordibehesht.'
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Write: 'We are in the second month of the year.'
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Pronounce 'Ordibehesht' clearly. Ensure the 'sh' and 't' are distinct.
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Say 'In Ordibehesht, the weather is good' in Persian.
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Tell a partner when your birthday is using the word Ordibehesht.
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Describe Shiraz in Ordibehesht in two sentences.
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Ask someone: 'Do you like the month of Ordibehesht?'
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Explain to a friend why Ordibehesht is called the month of paradise.
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Say: 'The Tehran Book Fair is in Ordibehesht.'
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Tell a short story about a trip you took in Ordibehesht.
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Pronounce 'Dovvom-e Ordibehesht' correctly with the Ezafe.
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List the first three Persian months out loud.
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Describe your favorite thing about spring using the word Ordibehesht.
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Say: 'I was born in the middle of Ordibehesht.'
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Discuss the difference between Ordibehesht and May.
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Say: 'The roses of Ordibehesht are famous.'
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Give a short speech about the cultural importance of Ordibehesht in Iran.
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Say: 'Don't miss the beauty of Ordibehesht.'
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Ask: 'Which day of Ordibehesht is today?'
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Say: 'I love the Ordibehesht rain.'
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Pronounce 'Asha Vahishta' and explain its link to Ordibehesht.
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Say: 'See you in Ordibehesht!'
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Listen to the word: 'اردیبهشت'. Identify the number of syllables.
Listen to the sentence: 'فردا اول اردیبهشت است.' What is tomorrow's date?
Listen to: 'او در اردیبهشت به شیراز میرود.' Where is he going?
Listen to: 'ماه مورد علاقه من اردیبهشت است.' What is the speaker's favorite month?
Listen to: 'امتحانات در پایان اردیبهشت شروع میشوند.' When do exams start?
Listen to: 'اردیبهشت امسال خیلی گرم بود.' How was Ordibehesht this year?
Listen to: 'بوی گلهای محمدی در اردیبهشت میآید.' What smell is mentioned?
Listen to: 'ما در پانزدهم اردیبهشت جشن میگیریم.' On what day is the celebration?
Listen to: 'نمایشگاه کتاب در اردیبهشت شلوغ است.' Why is it crowded?
Listen to: 'اردیبهشت یعنی بهترین راستی.' What does the word mean according to the speaker?
Listen to: 'اوایل اردیبهشت باران میبارد.' When does it rain?
Listen to: 'اردیبهشت ماه دوم سال است.' Which month is it?
Listen to: 'سفر به شمال در اردیبهشت عالی است.' Where is the trip to?
Listen to: 'او متولد اردیبهشت است.' What is his/her birth month?
Listen to: 'اردیبهشت را ماه بهشت مینامند.' What do they call Ordibehesht?
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Summary
Ordibehesht is more than a month; it is a cultural symbol of paradise on earth. Use it to describe the best of spring. Example: 'Shiraz dar Ordibehesht behesht ast' (Shiraz is paradise in Ordibehesht).
- Second month of the Persian calendar.
- Peak of spring (April 21 - May 21).
- Symbol of beauty and 'Best Righteousness'.
- Most famous for Shiraz's blooming gardens.
Shiraz in Ordibehesht
If you ever travel to Iran, try to time it for the first two weeks of Ordibehesht. The scent of orange blossoms in Shiraz is an unforgettable experience.
The Ezafe Link
Don't forget the 'e' sound when saying dates: 'Dovvom-e Ordibehesht'. It sounds unnatural to omit it.
Related Festivals
Learn about 'Ordibeheshtgan', an ancient festival celebrating truth and fire that takes place on the 3rd of this month.
The Soft 'H'
The 'h' in 'behesht' is soft. Practice by sighing gently in the middle of the word.
Beispiel
هوا در اردیبهشت بسیار دلپذیر است.
Verwandte Inhalte
Ähnliche Regeln
Mehr general Wörter
عادتوار
C1As a matter of habit; habitually.
عادی
A1Das Wort 'عادی' bedeutet normal oder gewöhnlich. Zum Beispiel: 'Ein ganz normaler Tag' (یک روز کاملاً عادی).
عافیت
B2Wohlbefinden; ein Zustand von Gesundheit und Sicherheit. Wird oft als Segen nach dem Niesen verwendet.
عاجل
B2Dringend; sofortige Aufmerksamkeit oder Handlung erfordernd. Zum Beispiel: 'Dringende Nachricht' oder 'Schnelle Genesung'.
عاقبت
C1Das Endergebnis oder der Ausgang einer Handlung. 'عاقبت او به آرزویش رسید.' (Schließlich erreichte er seinen Wunsch.)
عاقل
A1Vernünftig, weise. Jemand, der kluge Entscheidungen trifft.
عالمگیر
C1Weltweit oder universell; etwas, das die ganze Welt umfasst.
عالی
A1'Aali' bedeutet auf Persisch exzellent oder hervorragend.
عام
B1Das Wort 'Am' bedeutet allgemein oder öffentlich.
اعم از
B2Einschließlich; ob... oder... (wird verwendet, um Optionen einzuführen).