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فلاسک

Q: How do I ask for a refill of my flask?

You can say: 'میتوانید فلاسک من را پر کنید؟' (Can you fill my flask?)

Q: Are glass flasks better?

Many Iranians believe 'فلاسکِ شیشهای' keeps the tea tasting better than 'فلاسکِ استیل', though steel is more durable.

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At the A1 level, you only need to know that 'felāsk' means a thermos for tea. It is a simple noun. You should be able to say 'I have a flask' or 'Where is the flask?'. At this stage, focus on the physical object and its connection to tea (chāy). You will mostly use it in simple subject-verb-object sentences. For example, 'این فلاسک است' (This is a flask). It is one of the first household items you might learn because it is so common in Iranian homes. You don't need to worry about complex grammar, just remember that it is a loanword from English, which makes it easier to memorize. Think of it as your 'tea bottle' for travel.

At the A2 level, you should be able to use 'felāsk' with common verbs like 'por kardan' (to fill) and 'āvardan' (to bring). You can start describing the flask with basic adjectives like 'bozorg' (big) and 'kuchak' (small). You should be able to form sentences like 'Please fill the flask with tea' or 'We need a big flask for the park'. You are starting to understand the social context: that a flask is for sharing. You might also learn the plural form 'felāsk-hā'. At this level, you can also handle the 'rā' marker when the flask is the direct object of a sentence, such as 'فلاسک را بردار' (Pick up the flask).

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At the B1 level, you can discuss the utility and quality of the flask. You might use words like 'garm' (hot) and 'sard' (cold) to describe its function. You can explain why you are taking a flask: 'Because we are going on a long journey, we need a flask to keep the tea hot.' You can also distinguish between a 'felāsk' and a 'kolman' (water cooler). Your sentences become more complex, using conjunctions like 'chon' (because) and 'valli' (but). You might say, 'I bought a new flask, but it doesn't keep the water hot for long.' This level involves more practical communication about daily needs and shopping.

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At the B2 level, you can talk about the materials and types of flasks. You can use technical adjectives like 'shishei' (glass-lined) and 'stili' (stainless steel). You can discuss the pros and cons of each, such as 'Glass flasks are more fragile but keep the taste better.' You can use the word in more abstract or situational contexts, such as describing the atmosphere of a picnic or a road trip. You are comfortable with various tenses, including the subjunctive: 'I wish I had brought a larger flask.' You can also understand more complex instructions on how to clean or maintain the vacuum seal of a flask.

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At the C1 level, you understand the cultural nuances of the 'felāsk' in Iranian society. You can discuss its role in hospitality and its symbolic value in literature or cinema. You can use the word in sophisticated debates about consumerism or traditional versus modern lifestyles. You might use idiomatic expressions or related high-level vocabulary like 'عایق‌بندی' (insulation) or 'تبادل حرارتی' (heat exchange). You can write a detailed review of a product or a story where the flask plays a role in the plot. Your grasp of the word is not just linguistic but also deeply cultural, recognizing it as a 'must-have' for any social gathering.

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At the C2 level, you have a near-native understanding of the word. You can discuss the etymology of the loanword and its phonological adaptation in Persian. You can engage in technical discussions about the thermodynamics of vacuum flasks in Persian. You understand the subtle registers—from the way a bazaar vendor shouts about flasks to the way it might be described in a technical patent or a high-end design magazine. You can use the word in puns, metaphors, or complex social commentary. The flask is no longer just an object to you; it is a gateway to understanding the intricate social fabric of Iranian life and its linguistic evolution.

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A vacuum flask or thermos used for hot tea.
Essential for Iranian picnics and long road trips.
A loanword from English pronounced 'felāsk'.
Available in glass-lined or stainless steel varieties.

The Persian word فلاسک (pronounced felāsk) is an essential noun in the Iranian lexicon, primarily referring to a vacuum-insulated container designed to keep liquids at a constant temperature. While the English word 'flask' can refer to a variety of containers, in Persian, it almost exclusively denotes what English speakers call a 'thermos'. This distinction is crucial because the فلاسک is not merely a utility item; it is a cultural icon of hospitality and leisure in Iran. Whether you are climbing the Alborz mountains, driving from Tehran to the Caspian Sea, or simply sitting in a park at dusk, the presence of a فلاسک filled with hot tea is a non-negotiable requirement. The word was adopted into Persian from English during the 20th century as industrial goods began to permeate the Iranian market, but it has been thoroughly 'Persianized' in its pronunciation and social role.

Core Usage: Used to describe any insulated bottle used for keeping tea, coffee, or hot water for extended periods.
Cultural Context: Integral to the Iranian 'picnic culture' (Sizdah Bedar) and long-distance road trips where tea is the primary beverage.
Technical Variation: Distinguished from a 'Kolman' (کلمن), which is typically a larger, plastic-insulated dispenser used for cold water and ice.

مادر همیشه قبل از سفر فلاسک را از چای تازه پر می‌کند.

Mother always fills the flask with fresh tea before a trip.

Physically, the فلاسک traditionally consisted of a double-walled glass interior with a vacuum between the walls to prevent heat transfer. However, in modern times, stainless steel versions have become more popular due to their durability. When buying one in an Iranian bazaar, you might be asked if you want a 'shishei' (glass-lined) or 'stili' (steel) model. The glass ones are believed by many Iranians to preserve the taste of tea better, as steel can sometimes impart a metallic note to the delicate flavor of Persian tea. The ritual of preparing the flask is also specific: many people first 'rinse' the flask with a little boiling water to warm up the inner vessel before filling it completely, ensuring the tea stays hot for the maximum possible duration. This attention to detail reflects the high value placed on the tea-drinking experience, even when far from a kitchen.

این فلاسک تا دوازده ساعت آب را جوش نگه می‌دارد.

This flask keeps water boiling hot for up to twelve hours.

Using the word فلاسک in a sentence is relatively straightforward as it functions as a standard countable noun. However, understanding the common verbs and adjectives that accompany it will make your Persian sound much more natural. The most common verb used with flask is por kardan (to fill). When you are preparing for an outing, you would say, 'I am filling the flask.' Conversely, when you have finished the tea, you use khāli kardan (to empty). Because tea is the primary liquid associated with this object, the compound noun فلاسکِ چای (tea flask) is very frequent. You will also encounter adjectives describing its size, such as 'bozorg' (large) or 'kuchak' (small), and its condition, like 'shishei' (glass) or ' نشکن' (unbreakable/stainless steel).

Common Verbs: پر کردن (to fill), خالی کردن (to empty), شستن (to wash), آوردن (to bring).
Grammatical Placement: As a direct object, it takes the 'rā' (را) marker: 'فلاسک را بیاور' (Bring the flask).

لطفاً فلاسک را در سبد پیکنیک بگذار.

Please put the flask in the picnic basket.

When discussing the performance of the flask, Iranians often use the verb negah dāshtan (to keep/hold). For example, 'این فلاسک دما را خوب نگه نمی‌دارد' (This flask does not hold the temperature well). This is a common complaint if the vacuum seal is broken. In more formal settings, such as a business meeting or a long seminar, you might hear the host say, 'فلاسک‌های چای روی میز هستند' (The tea flasks are on the table), inviting participants to help themselves. In these contexts, the flask is a sign of hospitality that doesn't require the constant presence of a server. Furthermore, in the plural form, it becomes فلاسک‌ها (felāsk-hā). Note that while Persian has a formal plural for human beings, objects like flasks always use the standard '-hā' suffix.

ما برای تمام مهمان‌ها فلاسک چای بردیم.

We took a tea flask for all the guests.

The word فلاسک is ubiquitous in Iranian daily life, and you will hear it in various settings ranging from domestic chores to outdoor adventures. One of the most common places to hear it is in the kitchen during morning preparations. A spouse might ask, 'آیا فلاسک را پر کردی؟' (Did you fill the flask?) before leaving for work. In the workplace, especially in government offices or traditional businesses, the 'chāy-chi' (tea person) or a designated staff member will often carry a large flask from room to room. You will also hear it frequently in public transportation; on Iranian trains (Raja), attendants often bring a flask to your compartment to refill your glass, or you might hear passengers discussing whether they should buy a fresh flask of tea from a station vendor.

At the Bazaar: Vendors will shout prices and features: 'فلاسک درجه یک، نشکن!' (First-class flask, unbreakable!).
On Road Trips: Families at roadside rest areas will ask each other, 'آب جوش برای فلاسک داری؟' (Do you have boiling water for the flask?).

در مسیر مشهد، چند بار فلاسک را پر کردیم.

On the way to Mashhad, we filled the flask several times.

In the context of Iranian hospitality, if you are a guest in someone's home and they are taking you out for a drive, they will almost certainly mention the flask as a sign that they are well-prepared to host you outdoors. It is a word associated with comfort and foresight. You might also hear it in television commercials or see it in online marketplaces like Digikala, where 'فلاسک کوهنوردی' (mountaineering flask) is a popular search term. In these advertisements, the focus is often on the duration of heat retention—'24 sa'at' (24 hours) being a gold standard. Even in literature or modern Iranian cinema, the flask often appears as a prop in scenes depicting long journeys or intimate family moments in nature, symbolizing the continuity of domestic warmth in the outside world.

فروشنده گفت این فلاسک ژاپنی است.

The seller said this flask is Japanese.

For English speakers learning Persian, the most common mistake with فلاسک is actually its pronunciation. In English, 'flask' starts with a tight 'fl' cluster. In Persian, however, an initial 'f' followed by 'l' is difficult to pronounce, so a short vowel is inserted. Beginners often try to say it the English way, but you should aim for 'fe-lāsk' (فِـلاسـک). Another frequent error is confusing a فلاسک with a بطری (botri - bottle). While both hold liquids, a 'botri' is usually single-walled and for cold drinks like soda or water, whereas a 'felāsk' is specifically for temperature maintenance. Using 'botri' for hot tea would imply you are putting tea in a plastic bottle, which sounds strange and potentially dangerous in Persian.

The 'Kolman' Confusion: Don't call a large water cooler a flask. That is a 'Kolman' (کلمن), named after the Coleman brand.
Gender/Articles: Persian has no grammatical gender, so don't worry about that, but remember that 'the flask' is 'فلاسکِ' (with Ezafe) or 'فلاسکا' (informal plural/definite).

اشتباه: من چای را در بطری ریختم. (Unless it's a heat-resistant bottle!)

Mistake: I poured tea in the bottle (instead of flask).

Another nuance involves the word 'Thermos' (ترموس). While some Iranians might use this word, 'felāsk' is much more common. Using 'Thermos' isn't wrong, but it can sound slightly dated or overly technical. Additionally, be careful with the word 'hip flask' (for alcohol). Alcohol is illegal in Iran, and the word 'felāsk' does not typically carry the connotation of a small pocket container for spirits. If you are looking for that specific item, you might need to use more descriptive terms, but in general conversation, 'felāsk' means tea. Finally, ensure you don't confuse it with 'fāsk' or other similar-sounding words; the 'l' and 's' sounds must be distinct to be understood.

درست: فلاسک را با آب داغ بشور.

Correct: Wash the flask with hot water.

While فلاسک is the standard term, there are several related words that you should know to navigate Persian conversations about containers and drinks. The most important alternative is کلمن (Kolman). While a flask is for keeping things hot or cold via a vacuum, a 'Kolman' is a larger, usually plastic, insulated container with a tap at the bottom. It is used almost exclusively for ice water during the hot summer months. If you ask for a 'felāsk' and someone brings you a giant orange water jug, they have misunderstood you! Another related term is قمقمه (Ghomghomeh). This refers to a canteen or a water bottle used by hikers or soldiers. It is usually smaller than a flask and may not be insulated at all.

فلاسک vs. کلمن: Flask is for vacuum insulation (tea); Kolman is for large capacity (cold water).
فلاسک vs. قمقمه: Flask is usually for hot drinks; Ghomghomeh is a personal water canteen.
فلاسک vs. ماگِ مسافرتی: Flask is for sharing/storing; Travel Mug (Mug-e Mosaferati) is for individual drinking.

او ترجیح می‌دهد از قمقمه برای آب استفاده کند.

He prefers to use a canteen for water.

In technical or very formal contexts, you might see the term دماپا (Damā-pā), which is a Persian-purist attempt to create a word for 'thermos' or 'thermostat', but it is almost never used in spoken language to refer to a tea flask. You might also encounter ماگِ حرارتی (thermal mug), which is gaining popularity among younger Iranians who drink coffee. However, for the central Iranian ritual of tea-drinking, 'felāsk' remains the king of words. Understanding the difference between these containers will help you pack correctly for a trip and ensure you are using the right tool for the right beverage.

برای پیکنیک هم فلاسک چای لازم داریم و هم کلمن آب.

For the picnic, we need both a tea flask and a water cooler.

How Formal Is It?

Wusstest du?

In many countries, a flask is for alcohol, but in Iran, it is 99% used for tea. Iranians even have special bags designed specifically to carry their flasks.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /fɛˈlɑːsk/

US /fɛˈlæsk/

On the second syllable (lāsk).

Reimt sich auf

ماسک (mask) کاسک (kask) پاسک (pask) لاسک (lask) آسک (ask) راسک (rask) ساسک (sask) تاسک (task)

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing it as 'flask' without the initial vowel.
Over-emphasizing the 'f' sound.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 1/5

Very easy, looks like the English word.

Schreiben 2/5

Easy, but remember the 'k' at the end.

Sprechen 2/5

Remember the 'fe' at the start.

Hören 1/5

Distinct sound, easy to recognize.

Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest

Voraussetzungen

چای (tea) آب (water) ظرف (container) داغ (hot) سفر (travel)

Als Nächstes lernen

پیکنیک (picnic) استکان (tea glass) قند (sugar cube) سماور (samovar) عایق (insulation)

Fortgeschritten

ترمودینامیک (thermodynamics) خلأ (vacuum) رسوب (sediment) واشر (gasket) جداره (wall/layer)

Wichtige Grammatik

Ezafe Construction

فلاسکِ من (My flask), فلاسکِ چای (Tea flask)

Direct Object Marker 'rā'

فلاسک را بیاور (Bring the flask)

Pluralization with '-hā'

فلاسک‌ها (Flasks)

Compound Verbs

پر کردن (to fill) + فلاسک = فلاسک را پر کردن

Adjective Agreement

فلاسکِ بزرگ (The big flask)

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Beispiele nach Niveau

این فلاسک من است.

This is my flask.

Simple demonstrative sentence.

فلاسک کجاست؟

Where is the flask?

Interrogative sentence with 'kojāst'.

من یک فلاسک دارم.

I have a flask.

Basic 'have' construction.

فلاسک چای داغ است.

The tea flask is hot.

Adjective describing a noun.

لطفاً فلاسک را بیاور.

Please bring the flask.

Imperative with 'rā' marker.

فلاسک بزرگ است.

The flask is big.

Simple adjective usage.

چای در فلاسک است.

The tea is in the flask.

Prepositional phrase 'dar'.

فلاسک قرمز را دوست دارم.

I like the red flask.

Direct object with adjective and 'rā'.

ما برای پیکنیک فلاسک می‌بریم.

We are taking a flask for the picnic.

Present continuous/habitual tense.

آیا فلاسک را پر کردی؟

Did you fill the flask?

Simple past tense question.

او دو تا فلاسک خرید.

He bought two flasks.

Plurality with numbers (noun stays singular).

فلاسک را توی ماشین بگذار.

Put the flask in the car.

Imperative with location.

این فلاسک خیلی قدیمی است.

This flask is very old.

Adverb 'kheyli' modifying an adjective.

من فلاسک را شستم.

I washed the flask.

Simple past tense.

چایِ فلاسک هنوز گرم است.

The flask's tea is still warm.

Ezafe construction for possession/content.

فلاسکِ کوچک برای مدرسه خوب است.

The small flask is good for school.

Adjective with Ezafe.

اگر فلاسک نداشته باشیم، چای سرد می‌شود.

If we don't have a flask, the tea will get cold.

Conditional sentence.

فلاسک‌های جدید دما را بهتر نگه می‌دارند.

New flasks hold the temperature better.

Comparative context.

او همیشه فلاسکش را با خودش به کوه می‌برد.

He always takes his flask to the mountain.

Possessive suffix '-ash'.

قبل از ریختن چای، فلاسک را با آب جوش گرم کن.

Before pouring tea, warm the flask with boiling water.

Complex instruction.

این فلاسک نشکن است و برای سفر عالی است.

This flask is unbreakable and excellent for travel.

Compound adjectives.

می‌توانی یک فلاسک خوب به من معرفی کنی؟

Can you recommend a good flask to me?

Modal verb 'mitavāni'.

فلاسک چای را روی میزِ پذیرایی گذاشتم.

I put the tea flask on the hosting table.

Prepositional phrase with Ezafe.

باید واشرِ فلاسک را عوض کنیم چون نشت می‌کند.

We must change the flask's gasket because it's leaking.

Causal sentence with 'chon'.

با وجود اینکه فلاسک گران بود، اما کیفیت خوبی نداشت.

Even though the flask was expensive, it didn't have good quality.

Concessive clause 'bā vojud-e inke'.

فلاسک‌های شیشه‌ای نسبت به مدل‌های استیل حساس‌تر هستند.

Glass flasks are more sensitive compared to steel models.

Comparative phrase 'nesbat be'.

در هنگام خرید فلاسک، به مدت زمان نگهداری دما توجه کنید.

When buying a flask, pay attention to the temperature retention duration.

Formal imperative/instruction.

او فلاسک را طوری زمین زد که شیشه داخلی‌اش شکست.

He hit the flask on the ground in a way that its internal glass broke.

Adverbial clause of manner.

فلاسک یکی از اجزای جدایی‌ناپذیرِ وسایلِ پیکنیک در ایران است.

The flask is an inseparable part of picnic equipment in Iran.

Complex noun phrase with Ezafe.

اگر فلاسک را بیش از حد پر کنید، در آن خوب بسته نمی‌شود.

If you overfill the flask, its lid won't close well.

Conditional with 'bish az had'.

فلاسک‌های پمپی برای استفاده در جلسات طولانی بسیار مناسب هستند.

Pump-action flasks are very suitable for use in long meetings.

Specific noun 'felāsk-e pompi'.

تکنولوژی خلأ در فلاسک مانع از انتقال گرما می‌شود.

Vacuum technology in the flask prevents heat transfer.

Scientific vocabulary 'khala' and 'enteghāl-e garmā'.

فلاسک در فرهنگ عامه ایران نمادی از آمادگی برای سفر و مهمان‌نوازی است.

In Iranian folklore/culture, the flask is a symbol of readiness for travel and hospitality.

Abstract noun usage.

برخی معتقدند چای در فلاسک‌های شیشه‌ای طعم اصیل خود را حفظ می‌کند.

Some believe that tea preserves its authentic taste in glass flasks.

Complex belief statement.

تنوع برندهای فلاسک در بازار نشان‌دهنده تقاضای بالای این کالا است.

The variety of flask brands in the market indicates the high demand for this product.

Gerund as subject.

او با ظرافت خاصی چای را از فلاسک در استکان‌های کمر باریک ریخت.

With a special elegance, he poured tea from the flask into narrow-waisted glasses.

Descriptive adverbial phrase.

عدم استفاده از فلاسک در سفرهای جاده‌ای ایران تقریباً غیرممکن به نظر می‌رسد.

The lack of using a flask in Iranian road trips seems almost impossible.

Double negative/complex logic.

فلاسک‌های هوشمند با قابلیت نمایش دقیق دما، نسل جدید این وسایل هستند.

Smart flasks with the ability to display the exact temperature are the new generation of these tools.

Noun phrase with 'ghābeliyat'.

در ادبیات معاصر، گاهی فلاسک به عنوان استعاره‌ای از گرمای خانواده به کار می‌رود.

In contemporary literature, the flask is sometimes used as a metaphor for family warmth.

Literary/metaphorical context.

تمیز کردن رسوباتِ آهکی از داخل فلاسک نیازمند استفاده از سرکه است.

Cleaning lime scale from inside the flask requires using vinegar.

Technical maintenance description.

تحلیل ساختاری فلاسک‌های مدرن حاکی از بهینه‌سازی حداکثری لایه‌های عایق است.

Structural analysis of modern flasks indicates maximum optimization of insulation layers.

Academic/Technical register.

فلاسک به عنوان یک پدیده مادی، بازتاب‌دهنده گذار جامعه ایران از سنت به مدرنیته است.

The flask, as a material phenomenon, reflects the transition of Iranian society from tradition to modernity.

Sociological/Philosophical register.

کارایی فلاسک تحت تأثیر پارامترهای ترمودینامیکی و کیفیت خلأ ایجاد شده است.

The efficiency of the flask is influenced by thermodynamic parameters and the quality of the vacuum created.

Passive voice in a scientific context.

تجاری‌سازی فلاسک در ایران در دوران پهلوی، الگوهای تفریح عمومی را تغییر داد.

The commercialization of the flask in Iran during the Pahlavi era changed public recreation patterns.

Historical/Analytical register.

در طراحی صنعتی، ارگونومیِ دستگیره فلاسک نقش بسزایی در سهولت کاربری آن دارد.

In industrial design, the ergonomics of the flask handle play a significant role in its ease of use.

Design terminology.

فلاسک‌های تخصصی کوهنوردی باید در برابر فشارهای جوی و سرمای شدید مقاوم باشند.

Specialized mountaineering flasks must be resistant to atmospheric pressures and extreme cold.

Technical requirement statement.

تعامل بین فرم و عملکرد در فلاسک‌های مینیمالیستی امروزی به اوج خود رسیده است.

The interaction between form and function in today's minimalist flasks has reached its peak.

Artistic/Critical register.

بررسی تطبیقی واژه 'فلاسک' و 'ترموس' در گویش‌های مختلف فارسی، تفاوت‌های جالبی را آشکار می‌کند.

A comparative study of the words 'flask' and 'thermos' in different Persian dialects reveals interesting differences.

Linguistic research register.

Häufige Kollokationen

فلاسک چای

فلاسک نشکن

فلاسک شیشه‌ای

پر کردن فلاسک

شستن فلاسک

فلاسک مسافرتی

بدنه فلاسک

درب فلاسک

فلاسک پمپی

نگهداری دما

Häufige Phrasen

فلاسک را دم کردن

— To prepare the flask with tea.

مادر دارد فلاسک را دم می‌کند.

چایِ فلاسکی

— Tea that has been kept in a flask (sometimes implies it's not as fresh).

من چای فلاسکی دوست ندارم، چای تازه می‌خواهم.

فلاسک را گرم کردن

— To pre-warm the flask with hot water.

اول فلاسک را گرم کن، بعد چای بریز.

آبِ فلاسک

— The water inside the flask.

آب فلاسک تمام شد.

فلاسکِ همراه

— A portable flask.

فلاسک همراهت هست؟

فلاسکِ بزرگ

— A family-sized flask.

برای ده نفر فلاسک بزرگ لازم داریم.

نشتِ فلاسک

— A leaking flask.

فلاسک نشت می‌کند، آن را درست کن.

فلاسکِ کوهنوردی

— A mountaineering flask.

فلاسک کوهنوردی باید سبک باشد.

خریدِ فلاسک

— Buying a flask.

فردا برویم برای خرید فلاسک.

فلاسکِ نو

— A new flask.

فلاسک نو مبارک!

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فلاسک vs بطری

A bottle, usually for cold water and non-insulated.

فلاسک vs کلمن

A large water cooler dispenser.

فلاسک vs قمقمه

A personal water canteen.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"مثل فلاسک گرم بودن"

— To be very warm or welcoming (informal/metaphorical).

خانه‌شان مثل فلاسک گرم و صمیمی است.

"چای فلاسکی خوردن"

— To have a simple, outdoor gathering.

بیا برویم پارک یک چای فلاسکی بخوریم.

"قلبش مثل شیشه فلاسک است"

— His heart is as fragile as a flask's glass lining.

با او مهربان باش، قلبش مثل شیشه فلاسک است.

"فلاسک را بستن"

— To finish preparations and be ready to go.

فلاسک را بستی؟ برویم.

"آب از فلاسک تکان نخوردن"

— To be very stable or spill-proof (rare/creative).

ماشین طوری نرم می‌رفت که آب از فلاسک تکان نمی‌خورد.

"فلاسکِ خالی"

— Someone who talks a lot but has no substance (slang/rare).

زیاد حرف می‌زند ولی مثل فلاسک خالی است.

"چایِ کهنه فلاسکی"

— Stale tea (insult to hospitality).

به ما چای کهنه فلاسکی داد.

"فلاسک به دست"

— Always ready for a trip or picnic.

او همیشه فلاسک به دست منتظر پیکنیک است.

"داغ‌تر از فلاسک"

— Someone who is more excited than necessary.

او داغ‌تر از فلاسک شده است!

"فلاسکِ سوراخ"

— Something that wastes resources/money.

این ماشین برای من مثل فلاسک سوراخ است.

Leicht verwechselbar

فلاسک vs کلمن (Kolman)

Both are insulated containers.

Flask is for vacuum/tea; Kolman is for large capacity/cold water.

در تابستان کلمن پر از یخ است.

فلاسک vs قمقمه (Ghomghomeh)

Both are portable bottles.

Ghomghomeh is usually for individual water; Flask is for hot sharing.

سرباز قمقمه‌اش را پر کرد.

فلاسک vs پارچ (Pārch)

Both hold liquids.

Pārch is an open pitcher with no insulation.

پارچ آب را سر سفره بگذار.

فلاسک vs کتری (Ketri)

Both associated with tea.

Ketri is for boiling; Flask is for storing.

کتری روی اجاق است.

فلاسک vs قوری (Ghouri)

Both associated with tea.

Ghouri is for steeping/brewing; Flask is for keeping hot.

قوری را روی سماور بگذار.

Satzmuster

Subject + فلاسک + Verb

من فلاسک دارم.

فلاسک + را + Verb

فلاسک را بیاور.

فلاسک + Adjective + Verb

فلاسک بزرگ کجاست؟

اگر + فلاسک + Verb, ...

اگر فلاسک داشتم، چای می‌خوردم.

Noun Phrase with Ezafe involving Flask

کیفیتِ نگهداریِ دمایِ فلاسک.

Passive voice with Flask

فلاسک توسط او پر شد.

این + فلاسک + است

این فلاسک است.

برای + Noun + فلاسک + لازم است

برای سفر فلاسک لازم است.

Wortfamilie

Substantive

فلاسک (flask)

فلاسک‌ها (flasks)

Verben

فلاسک کردن (to put in a flask - rare)

Adjektive

فلاسکی (flask-like/related to flask)

Verwandt

چای (tea)

سفر (travel)

پیکنیک (picnic)

عایق (insulation)

دما (temperature)

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frequency

Extremely frequent in daily Iranian life.

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing it as a single syllable 'flask'. → Pronounce it as 'fe-lāsk'.
Persian phonology inserts a vowel to break up the initial 'fl' cluster.
Using 'فلاسک' for a water cooler. → Use 'کلمن' (Kolman).
'Felāsk' is for vacuum insulation; 'Kolman' is for large cold water storage.
Using 'بطری' for a thermos. → Use 'فلاسک'.
A 'botri' is a simple bottle, not an insulated container.
Forgetting the 'rā' marker when it's a specific object. → فلاسک را بیاور.
Since the flask is usually a specific, known object in context, it needs the 'rā' marker.
Using 'فلاسک' to mean a science beaker in casual conversation. → Use 'ارلن' or 'بشر' for lab equipment.
While 'flask' is used in labs in English, in common Persian, it only means a thermos.

Tipps

The Pre-warming Ritual

Always rinse your flask with a little boiling water before filling it. This 'warms the bones' of the flask and keeps your tea hot much longer.

Check the Seal

When buying a flask in a bazaar, check the rubber gasket (واشر) in the lid. A bad seal means cold tea and a messy bag!

Glass Warning

If you have a glass-lined flask, never put a metal spoon inside to stir. It can easily shatter the inner vacuum seal.

The 'O' Suffix

In casual speech, 'فلاسک را' becomes 'فلاسکو' (felāsko). Example: 'فلاسکو بده من' (Give me the flask).

Roadside Refills

In Iran, many gas stations and roadside rest areas have large samovars where you can refill your flask for a small fee or even for free.

Pouring for Others

When using a flask at a picnic, it is polite to pour tea for the elders and guests first before serving yourself.

Vinegar for Stains

Tea leaves stains. Soak your flask with a mix of warm water and vinegar overnight to make the inside shine like new.

Size Matters

Use 'یک لیتری' (one liter) or 'دو لیتری' (two liters) to specify the size when shopping.

The 'Lab-suz' Test

A good flask should keep the tea 'lab-suz' (lip-burning) for at least 6-8 hours. Test it with boiling water before a long trip.

Picnic Essential

If you are invited to an Iranian picnic, offering to carry the flask is a small but appreciated gesture.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

'Fe-lask' sounds like 'Feel-ask'. You 'feel' like 'asking' for tea from the flask!

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a steaming thermos sitting on a Persian rug in the middle of a green park.

Word Web

Tea Picnic Hot Water Vacuum Travel Hospitality Glass Steel

Herausforderung

Try to describe your favorite flask using three adjectives: size, material, and color.

Wortherkunft

Loanword from the English word 'flask'.

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: A container for liquids.

Indo-European (via English).

Kultureller Kontext

No specific sensitivities, but avoid implying that a flask is for alcohol in a conservative Iranian setting.

In the US/UK, 'flask' often means a hip flask for liquor or a lab flask. Be careful not to confuse these when translating back.

Often appears in Iranian road-trip movies as a symbol of the journey. Mentioned in modern Persian poems about nostalgia and family outings.

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Picnic

فلاسک را پر کردی؟
لیوان‌ها را بردار.
چای داغ است؟
فلاسک را در سایه بگذار.

Road Trip

یک جا نگه دار آب جوش بگیریم.
فلاسک خالی شده.
چای فلاسکی می‌چسبد!
مواظب باش فلاسک نریزد.

Office

فلاسک روی میز است.
کمی چای میل دارید؟
فلاسک نیاز به شستن دارد.
آبدارچی فلاسک را آورد.

Shopping

این فلاسک چند لیتر است؟
شیشه‌ای است یا استیل؟
تا چند ساعت داغ نگه می‌دارد؟
ضمانت دارد؟

Home

فلاسک را برای فردا آماده کن.
درب فلاسک کجاست؟
فلاسک را تمیز شسته‌ام.
مهمان‌ها چای فلاسکی می‌خورند؟

Gesprächseinstiege

"آیا شما هم برای سفرهای خود همیشه فلاسک چای می‌برید؟"

"به نظر شما فلاسک‌های شیشه‌ای بهتر هستند یا استیل؟"

"بدترین خاطره‌ای که از شکستن شیشه فلاسک دارید چیست؟"

"یک فلاسک خوب باید چه ویژگی‌هایی داشته باشد؟"

"در کشور شما مردم از فلاسک بیشتر برای چه نوشیدنی‌هایی استفاده می‌کنند؟"

Tagebuch-Impulse

امروز برای پیکنیک به پارک رفتیم و فلاسک چای را فراموش کردیم...

تفاوت‌های فرهنگی در نوشیدن چای و استفاده از فلاسک در ایران و کشور خودتان را بنویسید.

اگر یک فلاسک جادویی داشتید که هیچ‌وقت خالی نمی‌شد، درون آن چه می‌ریختید؟

توصیف کنید که چگونه یک فلاسک چای می‌تواند در یک روز سرد زمستانی باعث شادی شود.

داستانی درباره فلاسکی بنویسید که از پدربزرگ به نوه رسیده است.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

The most common word is 'فلاسک' (felāsk). While 'ترموس' is understood, 'فلاسک' is used by everyone in daily life.

In Persian, it is always pronounced 'felāsk' with two syllables to accommodate the language's sound rules.

Yes, you can, but Iranians almost always use it for tea. If you put coffee in it, you might want to specify: 'فلاسکِ قهوه'.

It is called 'فلاسکِ پمپی'. It's the large kind where you press a button on top to dispense the liquid.

You can say: 'می‌توانید فلاسک من را پر کنید؟' (Can you fill my flask?)

Many Iranians believe 'فلاسکِ شیشه‌ای' keeps the tea tasting better than 'فلاسکِ استیل', though steel is more durable.

'نشکن' (nashkan) means 'unbreakable'. It usually refers to stainless steel flasks that won't break if dropped.

Because of the massive tea culture. Iranians drink tea many times a day, and the flask allows them to have it anywhere.

You can say 'شستنِ فلاسک'. Using warm water and vinegar is a common way to remove tea stains.

Yes, it works both ways, but for large amounts of cold water, Iranians prefer a 'کلمن'.

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