Significado
To seek an opinion or advice from someone.
Contexto cultural
The 'Family Council' (Shoraye Khanevadeh) is a real phenomenon. Even for small things, Iranians love to discuss and get everyone's 'nazar' (opinion). In Iranian business culture, 'Mashvarat' is a way to build consensus. A manager who doesn't consult might be seen as arrogant or 'khod-ray' (self-opinionated). The concept of 'Shura' is deeply embedded in Islamic tradition, making consultation a virtuous act. Asking for someone's 'mashvarat' is a high form of 'Ta'arof' (politeness). It tells the other person they are wise and their opinion matters.
The 'Ba' Rule
Always remember the preposition 'ba'. If you forget it, the sentence sounds like you are 'doing' the person rather than consulting them!
Show Respect
Even if you don't need advice, asking an older Iranian for 'mashvarat' is a great way to build rapport.
Significado
To seek an opinion or advice from someone.
The 'Ba' Rule
Always remember the preposition 'ba'. If you forget it, the sentence sounds like you are 'doing' the person rather than consulting them!
Show Respect
Even if you don't need advice, asking an older Iranian for 'mashvarat' is a great way to build rapport.
Not for Facts
Don't use it to ask for the time or directions. It's only for opinions and decisions.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct preposition.
من باید ___ برادرم مشورت کنم.
In Persian, you always consult 'with' (ba) someone.
Which sentence is the most natural for a business meeting?
How would you say 'I will consult with the team'?
This uses the correct preposition and future tense for a formal setting.
Complete the dialogue.
A: نمیدانم این ماشین را بخرم یا نه. B: ____________________.
Seeking a professional's opinion is the perfect use for 'mashvarat'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at a lawyer's office.
Consulting a lawyer is a formal 'mashvarat'.
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Ayudas visuales
Mashvarat vs. Nasihat
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosمن باید ___ برادرم مشورت کنم.
In Persian, you always consult 'with' (ba) someone.
How would you say 'I will consult with the team'?
This uses the correct preposition and future tense for a formal setting.
A: نمیدانم این ماشین را بخرم یا نه. B: ____________________.
Seeking a professional's opinion is the perfect use for 'mashvarat'.
You are at a lawyer's office.
Consulting a lawyer is a formal 'mashvarat'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasNo, for a dictionary or book, use 'moraje'e kardan' (referring to). 'Mashvarat' is for people.
'Mashvarat' is the act of consulting. 'Moshavere' is the field of counseling or a specific session.
It is neutral. You can use it with your best friend or your boss.
There isn't a direct opposite verb, but 'khod-rayi' (self-opinionatedness) is the conceptual opposite.
Yes, it means 'to get advice'. It's very common.
A consultant is a 'Moshaver' (مشاور).
Yes, it is widely understood and used in both Tajikistan and Afghanistan.
Yes, though 'ham-fekri' is more specific for brainstorming.
Not necessarily, but it implies you are seriously considering it.
Yes, couples 'mashvarat' about their future all the time.
Yes, clearly, unless it's very fast informal speech.
It's rare, but you can say it to mean 'deliberating with oneself'.
Frases relacionadas
مشاوره گرفتن
specialized formTo get professional counseling
همفکری کردن
similarTo brainstorm
رایزنی کردن
formalTo lobby or negotiate
صلاحدید
builds onDiscretion/Judgment
نصیحت کردن
contrastTo give a lecture/advice
