Significado
A humble and polite response to 'thank you,' meaning the favor was insignificant.
Contexto cultural
Ta'arof is the backbone of Iranian social life. This phrase is the most common example of it. It's about showing that you aren't greedy. Similar concepts of hospitality exist in Dari-speaking regions, where 'Qabel-e shoma ra nadara' is used with the same intent of humility. In Tajik Persian, the phrasing might vary slightly, but the core value of 'unworthiness' in the face of a guest remains. In modern Tehran, the phrase is often shortened to 'Ghabele nadare' and delivered quickly, showing it has become a standard linguistic reflex.
The Three-Time Rule
In shops, expect to hear this 2-3 times. Keep your money out and keep smiling!
Don't be too casual
With elders, always use the full 'Ghabele shoma ra nadarad' to show proper respect.
Significado
A humble and polite response to 'thank you,' meaning the favor was insignificant.
The Three-Time Rule
In shops, expect to hear this 2-3 times. Keep your money out and keep smiling!
Don't be too casual
With elders, always use the full 'Ghabele shoma ra nadarad' to show proper respect.
Complimenting items
Be careful complimenting an Iranian's possession too much; they might feel obligated to say 'Ghabele nadare' and offer it to you!
Ponte a prueba
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate polite response.
Customer: آقا این لباس خیلی زیباست، قیمتش چند است؟ Seller: ________، صد هزار تومان.
In a shop, the seller always uses Ta'arof before stating the price.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
You just helped your neighbor carry groceries to their door. They say 'Thank you so much!'
This is the standard polite response to a thank you for a favor.
Fill in the missing word to make the phrase informal.
قابل ______ نداره.
In an informal setting, 'shoma' changes to 'to'.
Which of these is the most formal version of the phrase?
Select the formal version:
The inclusion of 'shoma' and the full verb 'nadarad' makes it formal.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosCustomer: آقا این لباس خیلی زیباست، قیمتش چند است؟ Seller: ________، صد هزار تومان.
In a shop, the seller always uses Ta'arof before stating the price.
You just helped your neighbor carry groceries to their door. They say 'Thank you so much!'
This is the standard polite response to a thank you for a favor.
قابل ______ نداره.
In an informal setting, 'shoma' changes to 'to'.
Select the formal version:
The inclusion of 'shoma' and the full verb 'nadarad' makes it formal.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntas99% of the time, no. It is a polite ritual. Always insist on paying at least three times.
Yes, it's very common when giving them a gift or doing a favor to show humility.
'Ghabele nadare' is the most common short version used in daily life.
Yes, in letters or formal messages, the full 'قابل شما را ندارد' is used.
Frases relacionadas
خواهش میکنم
synonymPlease / You're welcome
صاحبش قابله
contrastThe owner is worthy
دست شما درد نکنه
builds onMay your hand not ache
لطف دارید
similarYou are kind
