معنی
To make an accurate prediction or statement without having any prior knowledge.
زمینه فرهنگی
Iranians often use 'Ma'koos' (inverse) speech. Saying something grand to describe something small is a common form of humor. Many Persian idioms come from Sufi and mystical traditions. Terms like 'Gheyb' (unseen) and 'Kashf' (discovery) are frequently used in daily slang. While sarcasm is common, it is strictly horizontal. You can say this to a cousin, but never to a grandfather, as it violates 'Ehtiram' (respect).
Timing is Everything
Wait for a 1-second pause after the obvious statement before delivering the line for maximum comedic effect.
Don't Overuse
If you say it too much, you might come across as arrogant or annoying.
معنی
To make an accurate prediction or statement without having any prior knowledge.
Timing is Everything
Wait for a 1-second pause after the obvious statement before delivering the line for maximum comedic effect.
Don't Overuse
If you say it too much, you might come across as arrogant or annoying.
Smile while saying it
A smile ensures the sarcasm is seen as friendly banter rather than a mean insult.
خودت رو بسنج
Which situation is best for this phrase?
Your friend says: 'Look! The sun is coming up!' at 6:00 AM.
Since the sun coming up is obvious, the sarcastic idiom fits perfectly.
Complete the idiom.
چشم بسته ____ گفتن
'Gheyb' (the unseen) is the core of this idiom.
What is the tone of this phrase?
When you use this phrase, you are being...
It is used to mock the obviousness of a statement.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'In film kheyli ghashange.' B: '____! Hame midoonan in film eskar gerefte.'
B is pointing out that everyone already knows the film is good because it won an Oscar.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
When to use 'Cheshm Baste...'
Use it with
- • Friends
- • Siblings
- • Close Coworkers
Avoid with
- • Teachers
- • Grandparents
- • Bosses
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاYour friend says: 'Look! The sun is coming up!' at 6:00 AM.
Since the sun coming up is obvious, the sarcastic idiom fits perfectly.
چشم بسته ____ گفتن
'Gheyb' (the unseen) is the core of this idiom.
When you use this phrase, you are being...
It is used to mock the obviousness of a statement.
A: 'In film kheyli ghashange.' B: '____! Hame midoonan in film eskar gerefte.'
B is pointing out that everyone already knows the film is good because it won an Oscar.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
6 سوالIt depends on the relationship. With friends, it's funny. With a stranger, it's rude.
Only in informal texts or satirical blogs. Avoid formal emails.
It means 'the unseen' or 'the hidden,' often referring to the future or spiritual secrets.
Not really, as the whole point is to be sarcastic. You'd just say 'Yes, I know' instead.
Yes, it is a timeless idiom used by all generations in Iran.
Yes! If you accidentally say something obvious, you can say 'چشم بسته غیب گفتم' to make fun of yourself.
عبارات مرتبط
هنر کردی
synonymYou did something 'artful' (sarcastic).
آپولو هوا کردی
similarDid you launch Apollo?
نکتهبینی کردی
contrastYou noticed a fine point.
