Significado
To be opportunistic, adapting one's opinions or behavior to suit the current circumstances for personal gain.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Nān' (bread) is central to Iranian life. Wasting bread or disrespecting it is considered a sin. Using it in this idiom shows how seriously Iranians take moral consistency. Due to Iran's history of rapid political changes, this phrase is a staple of political discourse to describe 'survivors' who stay in power regardless of the regime. The 'Bazaar' is not just a market but a social system. This phrase reflects the tension between the 'honest merchant' and the 'opportunistic speculator.' In the age of influencers, this phrase is used to call out celebrities who jump on social justice trends only when they are popular.
It's an Insult
Never use this to describe yourself unless you are being very self-deprecating or sarcastic. It implies a lack of character.
The Noun Form
Use 'Nan-be-nerkh-e-ruz-khor' as a single noun to describe a person. It's much more common in casual conversation than the full verb phrase.
Significado
To be opportunistic, adapting one's opinions or behavior to suit the current circumstances for personal gain.
It's an Insult
Never use this to describe yourself unless you are being very self-deprecating or sarcastic. It implies a lack of character.
The Noun Form
Use 'Nan-be-nerkh-e-ruz-khor' as a single noun to describe a person. It's much more common in casual conversation than the full verb phrase.
Political Context
If you hear this on Iranian news or social media, it's almost always referring to someone switching political allegiances.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the idiom.
او هیچ هدفی ندارد و فقط نان را به ___ روز میخورد.
The idiom specifically uses 'نرخ' (nerkh).
Which person is a 'Nan-be-nerkh-e-ruz-khor'?
کدام فرد نانبهنرخروزخور است؟
The phrase describes an opportunist who changes their beliefs for power or gain.
Complete the dialogue.
علی: 'چرا سارا با همه موافقت میکنه؟' رضا: 'چون اون...'
Agreeing with everyone to gain favor is a classic example of this idiom.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosاو هیچ هدفی ندارد و فقط نان را به ___ روز میخورد.
The idiom specifically uses 'نرخ' (nerkh).
کدام فرد نانبهنرخروزخور است؟
The phrase describes an opportunist who changes their beliefs for power or gain.
علی: 'چرا سارا با همه موافقت میکنه؟' رضا: 'چون اون...'
Agreeing with everyone to gain favor is a classic example of this idiom.
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Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasIt has been used for at least a century, but it became much more popular in the last 40 years due to political instability.
No, that's just business. This phrase is specifically for people changing their *opinions* or *loyalties* for gain.
Someone who is 'Pā-ye harfash istāde' (stands by his words) or 'Yek-ru' (one-faced/honest).
Absolutely not! Unless you want to get fired. It's a very strong accusation of being a sell-out.
Not necessarily. It can be for social status, power, or just to avoid trouble.
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یکرو و یکرنگ
contrastOne-faced and one-colored
