Significado
Used to state that something might happen or is achievable, not impossible.
Contexto cultural
The use of 'امکان دارد' is a key component of 'Ta'arof'. It allows for a 'soft' request that doesn't impose on the other person's autonomy. In Dari, 'امکان دارد' is also used, but 'ممکن است' (Mumkin ast) is slightly more frequent in formal speech. Tajik speakers use 'Imkon dorad', which is the same phrase written in Cyrillic (Имкон дорад). It carries the same formal weight. Using this phrase in a meeting signals that you are a person of 'Adab' (culture/manners), which is often more important than the technical content of your speech.
The Subjunctive Shortcut
If you're unsure of the subjunctive, just use 'امکان دارد' + the infinitive in very informal settings, though it's better to learn the 'be-' prefix.
Don't over-Ta'arof
If you use 'امکان دارد' for every single sentence, you might sound like a 19th-century courtier. Mix it up with 'میشه'.
Significado
Used to state that something might happen or is achievable, not impossible.
The Subjunctive Shortcut
If you're unsure of the subjunctive, just use 'امکان دارد' + the infinitive in very informal settings, though it's better to learn the 'be-' prefix.
Don't over-Ta'arof
If you use 'امکان دارد' for every single sentence, you might sound like a 19th-century courtier. Mix it up with 'میشه'.
The 'No' that isn't 'No'
If someone says 'امکان ندارد' (It's not possible), it's often a polite way to say 'I don't want to' or 'I'm not allowed to'.
Question Mark Tone
When asking a question, make sure your voice rises at the end of 'dārad', otherwise it sounds like a statement of fact.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'to go' (رفتن).
امکان دارد فردا به کتابخانه ________؟ (you go)
After 'امکان دارد', we need the subjunctive form. 'بروید' is the second-person plural subjunctive of 'رفتن'.
Which sentence is the most polite way to ask for a glass of water?
Choose the best option:
This option uses 'امکان دارد' and the polite 'shomā' form of the verb, making it the most respectful.
Complete the dialogue in a formal office setting.
کارمند: رئیس، ________ فردا مرخصی بگیرم؟
In a formal setting with a boss, 'امکان دارد' is the most appropriate way to ask for permission.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
امکان دارد کمی تخفیف بدهید؟
This is a classic phrase used when bargaining for a better price.
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Ayudas visuales
Formality Levels
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosامکان دارد فردا به کتابخانه ________؟ (you go)
After 'امکان دارد', we need the subjunctive form. 'بروید' is the second-person plural subjunctive of 'رفتن'.
Choose the best option:
This option uses 'امکان دارد' and the polite 'shomā' form of the verb, making it the most respectful.
کارمند: رئیس، ________ فردا مرخصی بگیرم؟
In a formal setting with a boss, 'امکان دارد' is the most appropriate way to ask for permission.
امکان دارد کمی تخفیف بدهید؟
This is a classic phrase used when bargaining for a better price.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasNot exactly. 'Maybe' is 'شاید' (shāyad). 'امکان دارد' means 'It is possible'. You can use both for speculation, but 'امکان دارد' is more formal.
Yes! 'ببخشید، امکان دارد از دستشویی استفاده کنم؟' is very polite.
In spoken Persian, 'که' is often dropped. 'امکان دارد بیایم؟' is more common than 'امکان دارد که بیایم؟'.
The past tense is 'امکان داشت' (It was possible).
Yes, it is extremely common in newspapers, books, and formal letters.
Use 'امکان ندارد' (emkān nadārad).
Yes, but the 'I' is reflected in the following verb: 'امکان دارد (من) بروم؟'.
No, it's just the informal/spoken version of 'میشود'. It's used by everyone in daily life.
Because 'possibility' triggers the subjunctive mood in Persian, which expresses things that aren't facts yet.
Absolutely, it's the perfect level of formality for an interview.
The word 'Emkān' is Arabic, but the grammar and the verb 'dārad' are pure Persian.
They are different. 'لطفاً' means 'Please'. 'امکان دارد' is a way to frame a whole request politely.
Frases relacionadas
ممکن است
synonymIt is possible
میشود
similarIt becomes / It is possible
احتمال دارد
similarThere is a probability
باید
contrastMust / Should
شاید
similarMaybe
مقدور است
specialized formIt is feasible
