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B1 adjective 11 دقیقه مطالعه

غیرحرفه ای

gheyr-e-herfeh'i

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها غیرحرفه ای در ۳۰ ثانیه

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At the A1 level, 'gheyr-e herfe-i' is a bit advanced, but you can understand it as 'bad work' or 'not good for a job.' Think of it as the opposite of a 'good worker.' You might use it to say 'He is not professional' (Ou herfe-i nist). At this stage, focus on the fact that 'gheyr' means 'not' and 'herfe-i' means 'job-related.' If you see a doctor who is mean, you might think 'this is bad.' As you learn more, you will replace 'bad' with 'unprofessional.' It is a long word, so practice saying it in parts: 'Gheyr' + 'e' + 'Herfe' + 'i'. Just remember it is a way to say someone is doing their job in a wrong or sloppy way.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'gheyr-e herfe-i' to describe simple situations. For example, if a waiter is rude, or if a teacher doesn't come to class, you can say 'In gheyr-e herfe-i ast' (This is unprofessional). You should know that it's an adjective. In Persian, we put adjectives after nouns. So, 'unprofessional person' is 'adam-e gheyr-e herfe-i.' You might hear this word in simple stories about people at work. It's a useful word to know when you want to complain about a service that was not as good as it should be. It is more specific than just saying 'bad' (bad) or 'ugly' (zesht).

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At the B1 level, you should be able to use 'gheyr-e herfe-i' in professional contexts. You are likely learning about workplace vocabulary, and this word is essential. You should understand that it refers to both 'quality' and 'behavior.' For instance, an 'unprofessional email' (ey-meyl-e gheyr-e herfe-i) might have many typos or use too much slang. You should also be able to distinguish it from 'gheyr-e rasmi' (informal). At this level, you can use it to give feedback or discuss office culture. You should also be comfortable with the Ezafe construction that links this word to nouns like 'raftar' (behavior), 'tasmim' (decision), or 'amal' (action).

At the B2 level, you should understand the social implications of calling something 'gheyr-e herfe-i.' It is a strong critique of someone's character in a work environment. You can use it to discuss more complex topics like 'unprofessional journalism' or 'unprofessional medical conduct.' You should be able to use it with adverbs of degree, such as 'kamalan' (completely) or 'nesbatan' (relatively). You might also encounter it in more formal writing, such as news articles or business reports. You should be able to explain *why* something is unprofessional in Persian, using connecting words like 'chon' (because) or 'be dalil-e' (due to).

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At the C1 level, you should have a nuanced grasp of 'gheyr-e herfe-i' and its synonyms. You can use it to debate ethics in various fields. You might compare 'gheyr-e herfe-i' behavior with 'faghed-e akhlagh-e herfe-i' (lacking professional ethics). You should understand how the word is used in high-level criticism of art, literature, and politics. At this level, you can perceive the tone—whether the speaker is being objectively critical or personally insulted. You should also be able to use the word in complex sentence structures, such as conditional sentences or passive constructions (e.g., 'It was considered unprofessional').

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At the C2 level, 'gheyr-e herfe-i' is a tool for precise linguistic expression. You understand its weight in legal disputes, academic critiques, and high-level corporate negotiations. You can use it to discuss the evolution of professional standards in Iran versus the West. You are aware of the subtle cultural differences in what constitutes 'professionalism' and can articulate these differences using sophisticated vocabulary. You can also identify when the word is being used sarcastically or as a hyperbolic device in literature or political rhetoric. Your use of the word is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker.

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تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها

غیرحرفه ای در ۳۰ ثانیه

Gheyr-e herfe-i is the direct Persian translation for 'unprofessional,' used to critique both work quality and workplace behavior.
It is a compound word: 'Gheyr' (un/non) + 'Herfe-i' (professional), following the standard Persian adjective placement after the noun.
The word carries a negative connotation and is a serious criticism in Iranian corporate, artistic, and athletic circles.
Commonly confused with 'informal' (gheyr-e rasmi), but 'gheyr-e herfe-i' specifically implies a failure to meet expected standards.

The Persian term غیرحرفه ای (pronounced gheyr-e herfe-i) is a compound adjective used to describe actions, behaviors, or products that fail to meet the established standards, ethics, or quality expected within a specific profession or expert field. In its most literal sense, it translates to 'non-professional' or 'unprofessional.' It is constructed using the prefix غیر- (gheyr-), which acts as a negator meaning 'non-' or 'un-', and the word حرفه ای (herfe-i), meaning 'professional.' Understanding this word is crucial for navigating Persian-speaking professional environments, as it carries a significant weight of social and workplace criticism.

Etymological Breakdown: The root 'Herfe' (حرفه) originates from Arabic, referring to a trade, craft, or vocation. In Persian, adding the 'i' (ی) suffix transforms it into an adjective. The addition of 'Gheyr' creates a direct antonym. This structure is very common in Persian for creating opposites of loanwords or formal concepts.

When you call someone's behavior غیرحرفه ای, you are often implying more than just a lack of skill; you are often commenting on their lack of etiquette or adherence to a code of conduct. For example, showing up late to a meeting without notice, sharing confidential information, or using inappropriate language in a business email are all quintessential examples of being gheyr-e herfe-i. It is a word that creates a boundary between the 'expert' world and the 'amateur' or 'undisciplined' world.

این نوع برخورد با مشتری بسیار غیرحرفه ای است و به شهرت شرکت آسیب می زند.

Translation: This type of interaction with the customer is very unprofessional and damages the company's reputation.

In the context of sports or arts, the word can also mean 'amateurish.' If a film has poor lighting and bad sound, a critic might describe the production as غیرحرفه ای. Here, the focus is on the lack of technical mastery rather than just behavioral issues. It suggests that the person involved has not yet reached the 'Herfe-i' level of a seasoned veteran. However, be careful: in a workplace, calling a colleague this word is a serious accusation that can lead to conflict, as it directly attacks their professional identity.

Common Contexts: 1. Workplace conduct (lateness, gossip). 2. Quality of service (poor customer support). 3. Technical output (bad code, sloppy writing). 4. Sportsmanship (cheating or unsporting behavior).

Furthermore, the word is frequently used in Iranian media to critique political moves or administrative decisions. If a government official makes a statement that contradicts official policy or lacks data-driven support, journalists may label the statement as gheyr-e herfe-i. It serves as a broad umbrella term for anything that falls short of the expected 'gold standard' of a particular role. As you advance in Persian, you will notice that this word is often paired with intensifiers like 'کاملاً' (completely) or 'بسیار' (very) to emphasize the severity of the mistake.

Using غیرحرفه ای correctly requires an understanding of Persian sentence structure, particularly the use of the Ezafe (the short 'e' sound that links nouns and adjectives). Since 'gheyr-e herfe-i' is an adjective, it usually follows the noun it modifies. For example, 'an unprofessional behavior' becomes raftar-e gheyr-e herfe-i. Note how the 'e' at the end of 'raftar' connects the two concepts.

او به خاطر رفتارهای غیرحرفه ای اش از کار اخراج شد.

Translation: He was fired from work because of his unprofessional behaviors.

In Persian grammar, adjectives do not change for gender or number, which makes gheyr-e herfe-i relatively simple to use once you master the Ezafe. Whether you are describing one person or a hundred, or a feminine or masculine concept (though Persian lacks grammatical gender), the word remains the same. You can also use it as a predicate adjective after the verb 'to be' (budan). For example: 'This work is unprofessional' translates to In kar gheyr-e herfe-i ast.

Sentence Patterns: [Noun] + [Ezafe] + غیرحرفه ای + [Verb]. Example: تصمیم غیرحرفه ای گرفت (He made an unprofessional decision).; [Subject] + غیرحرفه ای + [Verb 'to be']. Example: این عکس غیرحرفه ای است (This photo is unprofessional/amateurish).

When using the word in a more formal or written context, you might see it used to describe abstract concepts like 'unprofessionalism' by adding the suffix '-gari' or '-i', though the adjective form itself is most common. It is also important to note that 'gheyr-e herfe-i' can be used as an adverb in some contexts, describing *how* an action was performed, although usually, Persians prefer to use a prepositional phrase like 'be surate gheyr-e herfe-i' (in an unprofessional manner).

به نظرم، انتقاد کردن در جمع کار غیرحرفه ای ای است.

Translation: In my opinion, criticizing in public is an unprofessional act.

One nuanced way to use this word is in the negative: gheyr-e herfe-i nist (it is not unprofessional). This is often used as a defensive statement or to validate a choice that might seem unconventional but is still within the bounds of professional standards. For example, 'Wearing jeans in this office is not unprofessional' (Pushidan-e shalvar-e jin dar in daftar gheyr-e herfe-i nist). This demonstrates the word's flexibility in defining what is and isn't acceptable in various social strata of modern Iran.

In modern Iran, you will hear غیرحرفه ای across various domains, ranging from corporate offices in Tehran to the heated discussions on Iranian sports talk shows. It is a staple of the 'modern' Persian vocabulary that reflects the growing emphasis on corporate culture and international standards in the Iranian workforce. If you are watching a TV program like 'Navad' (a famous football show), you might hear a commentator describe a player's reckless tackle as an 'unprofessional foul' (khata-ye gheyr-e herfe-i).

Workplace Gossip & HR: In the office, colleagues might whisper about a boss who shouts, calling the behavior 'gheyr-e herfe-i.' HR departments use this term in formal warnings to describe breaches of company policy.

Another common place to encounter this word is in the world of freelance work and the digital economy. On platforms like Ponisha (an Iranian freelance site), clients might leave reviews for freelancers saying, 'The work was delivered late and was very gheyr-e herfe-i.' Similarly, in the artistic community—among photographers, graphic designers, and musicians—it is used to distinguish between those who treat their craft as a serious career and those who are just 'dabbling' without respect for the industry's norms.

واقعاً غیرحرفه ای بود که بدون هماهنگی جلسه را لغو کردند.

Translation: It was really unprofessional that they cancelled the meeting without coordination.

Social media is another hotbed for this term. On Iranian 'Twitter' (X) or Instagram, users often call out public figures or 'influencers' for their gheyr-e herfe-i behavior, such as promoting scams or engaging in public feuds. In these contexts, the word serves as a tool for social accountability. It signals that the speaker expects a higher level of maturity and responsibility from people in the public eye. Interestingly, the word is also used in the medical and legal fields in Iran to describe malpractice or a lack of ethics, although more specific legal terms might be used in a courtroom.

News & Media: News anchors might use it when discussing international relations, describing a diplomatic snub or an undiplomatic tweet as a 'gheyr-e herfe-i' move by a politician.

Lastly, in educational settings, teachers might use it to describe a student's project that was clearly rushed or plagiarized. It’s a versatile word because it bridges the gap between 'bad quality' and 'bad ethics.' Whenever there is an expected standard that hasn't been met—whether in a hospital, a soccer field, or a software company—غیرحرفه ای is the go-to adjective for expressing that disappointment.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using غیرحرفه ای is confusing it with the word for 'amateur' in a positive or neutral sense. In English, 'amateur' can sometimes mean someone who does something for the love of it (like an amateur astronomer). However, in Persian, while amator (آماتور) exists, using gheyr-e herfe-i almost always carries a negative connotation of being 'below standard.' If you want to say someone is a hobbyist, use words like تفننی (tafannoni) instead.

اشتباه: من یک عکاس غیرحرفه ای هستم (به معنی علاقمند).

Correction: This sounds like you are calling yourself a 'bad' or 'unskilled' photographer. Use 'amator' or 'gheyr-e takhassosi' if you mean non-specialist.

Another common error involves the placement of the word. English speakers often want to put the adjective before the noun, as in 'unprofessional behavior.' In Persian, you must remember the Ezafe construction: raftar-e gheyr-e herfe-i. Forgetting the 'e' sound (the Ezafe) makes the sentence sound broken and childish. Furthermore, some learners forget that gheyr is a prefix that needs to be attached to the main adjective. You cannot say 'herfe-i gheyr'; the negation always comes first.

Common Pitfalls: 1. Confusing with 'amateur' (hobbyist). 2. Omitting the Ezafe between the noun and the adjective. 3. Using it to mean 'casual' (like casual clothes). For casual, use 'rahat' or 'gheyr-e rasmi'.

A subtle mistake is using gheyr-e herfe-i when you actually mean 'informal.' In English, we sometimes say an office is 'unprofessional' when we mean it's 'casual.' In Persian, gheyr-e rasmi (غیررسمی) means 'informal' or 'unofficial' and is usually neutral. Gheyr-e herfe-i is almost always a criticism. If you tell a Persian friend their party was 'gheyr-e herfe-i,' they will be offended because you are implying the party was poorly managed or sloppy, rather than just relaxed and fun.

Finally, pay attention to the intensity. Because gheyr-e herfe-i is a strong word, using it for minor mistakes can seem dramatic. If someone makes a small typo, calling it 'unprofessional' might be overkill. In such cases, words like be-deghat (careless) or sahl-angaran-e (negligent) might be more appropriate. Reserve gheyr-e herfe-i for situations where a fundamental standard of a vocation has been violated, or where the quality is significantly lower than what a paying customer or employer expects.

While غیرحرفه ای is the most direct translation for 'unprofessional,' Persian offers several alternatives depending on the specific nuance you want to convey. If the focus is on a lack of skill or experience, the word ناشی (nashi) is very common. It describes someone who is clumsy or unskilled at a task. For example, a 'nashi' driver is someone who doesn't know how to park properly, whereas a 'gheyr-e herfe-i' driver might be someone who knows how to drive but ignores safety rules for show.

Comparison Table: ناشی (Nashi): Focuses on lack of skill/clumsiness. Used for physical tasks often.; آماتور (Amator): Loanword for amateur. Can be neutral (a beginner) or slightly negative.; بی‌تجربه (Bi-tajrobeh): Means 'inexperienced.' This is more forgiving than 'gheyr-e herfe-i.'

If you are talking about behavior that is rude or inappropriate in a social sense, you might use بی‌ادبانه (bi-adabaneh) meaning 'impolite.' While unprofessional behavior is often impolite, the term 'bi-adabaneh' focuses strictly on the manners, whereas 'gheyr-e herfe-i' focuses on the violation of workplace norms. For instance, wearing pajamas to a Zoom call is 'gheyr-e herfe-i,' but swearing at a colleague is both 'gheyr-e herfe-i' and 'bi-adabaneh.'

به جای گفتن غیرحرفه ای، می‌توانید بگویید: 'این کار در شأن شما نیست'.

Translation: Instead of saying 'unprofessional,' you can say: 'This act is not worthy of you' (a more polite Persian way to criticize).

In more formal or academic Persian, you might encounter the term فاقد صلاحیت (faghed-e salahiyat), which means 'lacking competence' or 'unqualified.' This is often used in legal or official documents to state that someone does not have the necessary skills or credentials for a position. While 'gheyr-e herfe-i' describes the *action*, 'faghed-e salahiyat' describes the *person's status*. For example, 'His unprofessional (gheyr-e herfe-i) report proved that he is unqualified (faghed-e salahiyat) for the promotion.'

Lastly, consider the word سرهم‌بندی (sar-ham-bandi). This is a great slang/informal term used to describe a 'hack job' or work that has been thrown together carelessly. If a mechanic fixes your car with duct tape and it breaks the next day, you wouldn't just call it 'gheyr-e herfe-i'; you would call it 'sar-ham-bandi.' It implies a lack of integrity in the work itself. Understanding these nuances helps you choose the right level of 'sting' when providing feedback in Persian.

چقدر رسمی است؟

نکته جالب

In old guilds (Asnaf) in Iran, 'Herfe' was a sacred bond. Being 'Gheyr-e herfe-i' wasn't just about bad work; it meant you weren't initiated into the secrets of the trade.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /ɣeɪɾe heɾfeˈiː/

US /xeɪɾe heɾfeˈiː/

The primary stress is on the final syllable 'i' (ee).

هم‌قافیه با

Takhassosi (Specialized) Amator-i (Amateurish) Siyasi (Political) Asasi (Fundamental) Eghtesadi (Economic) Ejtemai (Social) Ghanuni (Legal) Ensani (Human)

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing 'Gheyr' as 'Gear'.
Forgetting the middle 'e' (the Ezafe).
Pronouncing 'Herfe' as 'Herf'.
Stress on the first syllable.
Merging 'Gheyr' and 'Herfe' without a break.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 3/5

Easy to recognize due to the 'Gheyr' prefix, but long to read.

نوشتن 4/5

Requires correct spelling of 'Gheyr' and the 'i' suffix.

صحبت کردن 4/5

The 'gh' sound and the Ezafe bridge require practice for fluency.

گوش دادن 3/5

Very distinct sound; easy to pick out in a sentence.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

کار (Work) خوب (Good) بد (Bad) غیر (Non-) حرفه (Profession)

بعداً یاد بگیرید

تخصص (Specialty) اخلاق (Ethics) رزومه (Resume) استخدام (Hiring) اخراج (Firing)

پیشرفته

شایسته سالاری (Meritocracy) استانداردهای بین المللی (International standards) بهره وری (Productivity) انضباط (Discipline) تعهد (Commitment)

گرامر لازم

Ezafe Construction

رفتارِ غیرحرفه ای (The 'e' links the noun and adjective).

Prefix 'Gheyr'

غیرمنطقی (Unreasonable), غیرممکن (Impossible).

Adjective Suffix '-i'

حرفه -> حرفه ای (Profession -> Professional).

Negation with 'Nist'

او غیرحرفه ای نیست (He is not unprofessional).

Adverbial Phrases with 'Be surate'

به صورت غیرحرفه ای (In an unprofessional manner).

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

او یک دکتر غیرحرفه ای است.

He is an unprofessional doctor.

Simple Subject + Adjective + Verb 'to be'.

این عکس غیرحرفه ای است.

This photo is unprofessional.

Adjective used as a predicate.

کار او غیرحرفه ای بود.

His work was unprofessional.

Past tense of 'to be' (bud).

لباس او غیرحرفه ای است.

His clothes are unprofessional.

Describing appearance.

من غیرحرفه ای نیستم.

I am not unprofessional.

Negative form 'nistam'.

آیا این رفتار غیرحرفه ای است؟

Is this behavior unprofessional?

Question form using 'aya'.

او خیلی غیرحرفه ای حرف می زند.

He talks very unprofessionally.

Used to describe a verb (adverbial use).

این سایت غیرحرفه ای است.

This website is unprofessional.

Describing a digital object.

من از این رفتار غیرحرفه ای خوشم نمی آید.

I don't like this unprofessional behavior.

Using Ezafe to link behavior and adjective.

او به صورت غیرحرفه ای با من تماس گرفت.

He contacted me in an unprofessional way.

Using 'be surate' to form an adverbial phrase.

چرا اینقدر غیرحرفه ای هستی؟

Why are you so unprofessional?

Using 'chenghadr' for emphasis.

او یک راننده غیرحرفه ای است.

He is an unprofessional driver.

Applying the word to a specific job.

این نامه خیلی غیرحرفه ای نوشته شده است.

This letter is written very unprofessionally.

Passive construction 'neveshte shode'.

ما نباید غیرحرفه ای عمل کنیم.

We should not act unprofessionally.

Modal verb 'nabayad' (should not).

او همیشه کارهای غیرحرفه ای انجام می دهد.

He always does unprofessional things.

Plural noun with adjective.

این شرکت به خاطر خدمات غیرحرفه ای اش معروف است.

This company is famous for its unprofessional services.

Using 'be khater-e' (because of).

دیر آمدن به جلسه یک حرکت غیرحرفه ای است.

Coming late to a meeting is an unprofessional move.

Gerund 'dir amadan' as the subject.

او با لحنی غیرحرفه ای با مدیرش صحبت کرد.

He spoke to his manager with an unprofessional tone.

Using 'lahn' (tone) with Ezafe.

ارائه او کاملاً غیرحرفه ای و بدون آمادگی بود.

His presentation was completely unprofessional and unprepared.

Using 'kamalan' (completely) as an intensifier.

ایمیل های غیرحرفه ای می توانند به اعتبار شما لطمه بزنند.

Unprofessional emails can damage your credibility.

Plural subject with modal verb 'mi-tavanand'.

برخورد غیرحرفه ای پلیس باعث اعتراض مردم شد.

The unprofessional conduct of the police caused public protest.

Formal subject 'barkhord' (conduct/encounter).

او سعی کرد اشتباه غیرحرفه ای خود را جبران کند.

He tried to make up for his unprofessional mistake.

Compound verb 'jobran kardan'.

این گزارش به شدت غیرحرفه ای تنظیم شده است.

This report has been prepared very unprofessionally.

Adverb 'be sheddat' (intensely/severely).

آیا فکر می کنی پوشیدن این لباس در شرکت غیرحرفه ای است؟

Do you think wearing this dress in the company is unprofessional?

Complex question structure.

او به دلیل رفتارهای غیرحرفه ای مکرر از پروژه کنار گذاشته شد.

He was removed from the project due to repeated unprofessional behaviors.

Use of 'mokarrar' (repeated) and passive 'kenar gozashte shod'.

نقد او بر کتاب، بیشتر شخصی بود تا حرفه ای؛ در واقع کاملاً غیرحرفه ای بود.

His critique of the book was more personal than professional; in fact, it was completely unprofessional.

Comparative structure 'bishtar... ta...'.

انتشار اطلاعات محرمانه، یک اقدام به شدت غیرحرفه ای و غیرقانونی است.

Releasing confidential information is an extremely unprofessional and illegal act.

Double adjectives 'gheyr-e herfe-i' and 'gheyr-e ghanuni'.

مدیریت غیرحرفه ای منابع مالی باعث ورشکستگی شرکت شد.

Unprofessional management of financial resources led to the company's bankruptcy.

Complex noun phrase as subject.

او در محیط کار مدام شوخی های غیرحرفه ای می کند.

He constantly makes unprofessional jokes in the workplace.

Adverb 'modam' (constantly).

داوری غیرحرفه ای مسابقه، جنجال زیادی به پا کرد.

The unprofessional refereeing of the match caused a lot of controversy.

Noun 'davari' (refereeing/judging).

برخورد غیرحرفه ای با خبرنگاران، چهره بین المللی دولت را تخریب می کند.

Unprofessional treatment of journalists destroys the international image of the government.

Present continuous sense for general truth.

او با وجود سابقه زیاد، گاهی اوقات بسیار غیرحرفه ای عمل می کند.

Despite his long experience, he sometimes acts very unprofessionally.

Contrastive phrase 'ba vojud-e' (despite).

این رویکرد غیرحرفه ای به مسائل علمی، اعتبار دانشگاه را زیر سوال می برد.

This unprofessional approach to scientific issues calls the university's credibility into question.

Idiomatic expression 'zir-e soal bordan'.

تبلیغات غیرحرفه ای می تواند تاثیر معکوسی بر ذهنیت مصرف کننده داشته باشد.

Unprofessional advertising can have a reverse effect on the consumer's mindset.

Complex psychological vocabulary.

او با اتخاذ مواضع غیرحرفه ای، فرصت های شغلی آینده خود را به خطر انداخت.

By taking unprofessional stances, he jeopardized his future career opportunities.

Gerund phrase 'ba ettekhaaz-e' (by taking/adopting).

ساختار غیرحرفه ای سازمان، مانع از رشد و نوآوری می شود.

The unprofessional structure of the organization prevents growth and innovation.

Formal verb 'mane' shodan' (to prevent).

عدم رعایت اصول اخلاقی، بارزترین نشانه یک عملکرد غیرحرفه ای است.

Non-observance of ethical principles is the most prominent sign of unprofessional performance.

Superlative adjective 'bareztarin'.

او در پاسخ به انتقادات، واکنشی غیرحرفه ای و تدافعی نشان داد.

In response to criticisms, he showed an unprofessional and defensive reaction.

Double adjectives connected by 'va' (and).

تکیه بر شایعات به جای فکت ها، کاری غیرحرفه ای در روزنامه نگاری است.

Relying on rumors instead of facts is an unprofessional act in journalism.

Infinitive 'tekye kardan' as subject.

برخورد غیرحرفه ای کادر درمان، روند بهبودی بیمار را مختل کرد.

The unprofessional conduct of the medical staff disrupted the patient's recovery process.

Specific collective noun 'kadr-e darman'.

تقلیل مفاهیم پیچیده به شعارهای سطحی، رویکردی غیرحرفه ای در تحلیل سیاسی است.

Reducing complex concepts to superficial slogans is an unprofessional approach in political analysis.

Sophisticated verb 'taghlil' (reduction/simplification).

او با نادیده گرفتن پروتکل های امنیتی، رفتاری به غایت غیرحرفه ای از خود بروز داد.

By ignoring security protocols, he exhibited an utterly unprofessional behavior.

Formal adverbial phrase 'be ghayat' (extremely/to the limit).

این نوع برخورد گزینشی با قوانین، نشان دهنده یک مدیریت غیرحرفه ای و فاسد است.

This type of selective treatment of laws is indicative of unprofessional and corrupt management.

Present participle 'neshan dahandeh' (indicating).

ادبیات غیرحرفه ای به کار رفته در بیانیه، شأن نهاد صادرکننده را پایین آورد.

The unprofessional language used in the statement lowered the dignity of the issuing institution.

Past participle 'be kar rafte' (used/employed).

اتکای بیش از حد به شهود به جای داده های آماری، در دنیای امروز غیرحرفه ای تلقی می شود.

Over-reliance on intuition instead of statistical data is considered unprofessional in today's world.

Passive verb 'talaghi mi-shavad' (is considered).

او با دخالت دادن عواطف شخصی در تصمیمات کلان، مرزهای رفتار حرفه ای و غیرحرفه ای را درنوردید.

By involving personal emotions in macro decisions, he crossed the boundaries of professional and unprofessional behavior.

Metaphorical verb 'dar-navardid' (crossed/traversed).

فقدان شفافیت در فرآیندهای مالی، برچسب غیرحرفه ای بودن را بر پیشانی این سازمان زد.

The lack of transparency in financial processes stamped the label of being unprofessional on this organization's forehead.

Idiomatic use of 'bar pishani zad' (stamped/labeled).

توجیه اشتباهات فاحش با بهانه های واهی، اوج یک شخصیت غیرحرفه ای است.

Justifying egregious mistakes with vain excuses is the height of an unprofessional character.

Noun 'tojih' (justification) and adjective 'vahi' (vain/baseless).

ترکیب‌های رایج

رفتار غیرحرفه ای

برخورد غیرحرفه ای

تصمیم غیرحرفه ای

ایمیل غیرحرفه ای

ظاهر غیرحرفه ای

خطای غیرحرفه ای

گزارش غیرحرفه ای

تبلیغات غیرحرفه ای

روش غیرحرفه ای

واکنش غیرحرفه ای

عبارات رایج

خیلی غیرحرفه ای است که...

— It is very unprofessional to... (Used to start a criticism).

خیلی غیرحرفه ای است که در جلسه با تلفن بازی کنی.

به دور از اخلاق حرفه ای

— Far from professional ethics (A more formal way to say unprofessional).

این کار به دور از اخلاق حرفه ای است.

در شأن یک حرفه ای نیست

— It is not worthy of a professional.

چنین رفتاری در شأن یک حرفه ای نیست.

کار غیرحرفه ای انجام دادن

— To do something unprofessional.

او باز هم کار غیرحرفه ای انجام داد.

برچسب غیرحرفه ای خوردن

— To be labeled as unprofessional.

او نمی خواست برچسب غیرحرفه ای بخورد.

جنبه غیرحرفه ای قضیه

— The unprofessional aspect of the matter.

او فقط جنبه غیرحرفه ای قضیه را دید.

متهم شدن به رفتار غیرحرفه ای

— To be accused of unprofessional behavior.

وکیل به رفتار غیرحرفه ای متهم شد.

ترک عادت های غیرحرفه ای

— Quitting unprofessional habits.

او باید عادت های غیرحرفه ای خود را ترک کند.

تمایز بین حرفه ای و غیرحرفه ای

— The distinction between professional and unprofessional.

تمایز بین کار حرفه ای و غیرحرفه ای در اینجا سخت است.

تاوان یک حرکت غیرحرفه ای

— The price/consequence of an unprofessional move.

او تاوان یک حرکت غیرحرفه ای را داد.

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

غیرحرفه ای vs غیررسمی (Gheyr-e rasmi)

Means 'informal'. Being informal is often okay, but being unprofessional is always bad.

غیرحرفه ای vs آماتور (Amator)

Means 'amateur'. Can be a neutral description of a beginner, whereas 'gheyr-e herfe-i' is a judgment.

غیرحرفه ای vs ناشی (Nashi)

Means 'clumsy' or 'unskilled'. Focuses on ability rather than professional conduct.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"آبروریزی حرفه ای"

— A professional disgrace; doing something so unprofessional it causes shame.

این پروژه یک آبروریزی حرفه ای بود.

Informal

"خاله زنک بازی در آوردن"

— To act like a gossiping aunt; a common idiom for unprofessional workplace gossip.

در اداره خاله زنک بازی در نیار.

Informal

"سمبل کردن"

— To do a quick, sloppy, and unprofessional job just to get it over with.

کار را سمبل نکن، درست انجامش بده.

Informal

"از زیر کار در رفتن"

— To shirk responsibilities; a key unprofessional trait.

او همیشه از زیر کار در می رود.

Informal

"بزن و در رو"

— Hit and run; refers to an unprofessional business style where quality isn't maintained.

این شرکت به سبک بزن و در رو کار می کند.

Informal

"کاسه داغ تر از آش"

— The bowl hotter than the soup; someone who acts unprofessionally by being more worried than the person involved.

در این مورد کاسه داغ تر از آش نشو.

Neutral

"دیمی کار کردن"

— Working without a plan or scientific method; very unprofessional.

دیمی کار نکن، برنامه داشته باش.

Informal

"ماست مالی کردن"

— To whitewash or cover up a mistake unprofessionally instead of fixing it.

اشتباهت را ماست مالی نکن.

Informal

"چوب لای چرخ گذاشتن"

— To put a stick in the wheel; unprofessional sabotage of a colleague's work.

او مدام چوب لای چرخ من می گذارد.

Informal

"خودشیرینی کردن"

— To be a 'teacher's pet' or 'brown-noser'; often seen as unprofessional behavior in peers.

برای رئیس خودشیرینی نکن.

Informal

به‌راحتی اشتباه گرفته می‌شود

غیرحرفه ای vs غیرحرفه ای vs. غیرتخصصی

Both start with 'Gheyr'.

Gheyr-e herfe-i is about conduct/quality. Gheyr-e takhassosi means 'non-specialized' (e.g., a general doctor).

این یک مجله غیرتخصصی است (general interest), اما این مقاله غیرحرفه ای است (badly written).

غیرحرفه ای vs غیرحرفه ای vs. ناشیانه

Both mean 'bad at doing something'.

Nashiyane is an adverb for 'clumsily'. Gheyr-e herfe-i is a broad adjective for 'unprofessional'.

او ناشیانه (clumsily) توپ را لو داد، که حرکتی غیرحرفه ای (unprofessional) بود.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

[Subject] [Adjective] [Verb].

او غیرحرفه ای است.

[Subject] [Noun]-e [Adjective] [Verb].

او آدم غیرحرفه ای است.

[Gerund] [Adjective] [Verb 'to be'].

دیر آمدن غیرحرفه ای است.

[Noun] به دلیل [Adjective] [Verb].

پروژه به دلیل مدیریت غیرحرفه ای شکست خورد.

[Abstract Noun] نشان دهنده [Adjective] بودن است.

این رفتار نشان دهنده غیرحرفه ای بودن اوست.

با اتکا به [Noun], [Adjective] عمل کرد.

با اتکا به شایعات، بسیار غیرحرفه ای عمل کرد.

All

خیلی [Adjective] است که [Sentence].

خیلی غیرحرفه ای است که داد بزنی.

All

این یک [Noun]-e [Adjective] است.

این یک ایمیل غیرحرفه ای است.

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

حرفه (Profession/Trade)

حرفه ای گری (Professionalism)

غیرحرفه ای گری (Unprofessionalism)

فعل‌ها

حرفه ای شدن (To become professional)

حرفه ای عمل کردن (To act professionally)

صفت‌ها

حرفه ای (Professional)

نیمه حرفه ای (Semi-professional)

فوق حرفه ای (Super professional/expert)

مرتبط

کار (Work)

شغل (Job)

مهارت (Skill)

اخلاق (Ethics)

استاندارد (Standard)

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نحوه استفاده

frequency

Extremely common in urban and professional Persian.

اشتباهات رایج

Kar gheyr-e herfe-i (Missing Ezafe) → Kar-e gheyr-e herfe-i
Adjectives in Persian must be linked to nouns with the 'e' (Ezafe) sound.
Gheyr-e herfe-i kar (Wrong order) → Kar-e gheyr-e herfe-i
Adjectives come after the noun in Persian, unlike English.
Man gheyr-e herfe-i hastam (Meaning 'I am a hobbyist') → Man amator hastam / Man tafannoni kar mikonam
Gheyr-e herfe-i is an insult; don't use it to describe yourself as a beginner.
Gheyr herfe-i (Missing the middle 'e') → Gheyr-e herfe-i
The prefix 'gheyr' usually takes an Ezafe when modifying an adjective.
In lebas gheyr-e herfe-i ast (Meaning 'this dress is casual') → In lebas gheyr-e rasmi ast
Casual is 'gheyr-e rasmi'. 'Gheyr-e herfe-i' means the dress is bad for a job.

نکات

Email Etiquette

In Persian emails, using 'gheyr-e herfe-i' to describe a mistake is very direct. Try 'سوءتفاهم' (misunderstanding) to be softer.

The Ezafe

Always pronounce the 'e' after the noun. 'Kar-e gheyr-e herfe-i'. It's the glue of the sentence.

Saving Face

If you must criticize, say 'In kar herfe-i nist' (This act isn't professional) rather than calling the person 'unprofessional'.

Synonym Choice

Use 'nashi' for physical clumsiness and 'gheyr-e herfe-i' for mental or ethical failures.

The GH Sound

Practice the 'gh' in 'Gheyr' by gargling slightly at the back of your throat. It shouldn't sound like a hard 'G'.

Half-Space

When typing, use a half-space (Shift+Space on most Persian keyboards) between 'gheyr' and 'herfe-i' for professional-looking text.

TV Context

Watch Persian reality shows or competitions. Judges often use this word to critique contestants.

Global Standards

Iranians often use this word when comparing local services to international ones.

Compound Logic

Remember that 'gheyr' is a universal negator in Persian. Learn it once, use it for hundreds of words!

Intonation

Don't rush the word. It's a long adjective; give it space in your sentence to emphasize the critique.

حفظ کنید

روش یادسپاری

Think of 'Gheyr' as 'Gears' that are 'Wrong'. If the gears of your profession (Herfe) are wrong, you are 'Gheyr-e Herfe-i'.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a doctor wearing a clown nose in an operating room. That is the visual definition of 'Gheyr-e herfe-i'.

شبکه واژگان

Unprofessional Sloppy Rude at work No skill Bad quality Wrong behavior Gheyr-e herfe-i Not expert

چالش

Try to find three things today that are 'gheyr-e herfe-i'—maybe a typo in a menu or a person shouting on the street—and say the word out loud.

ریشه کلمه

A hybrid compound. 'Gheyr' is an Arabic loanword used as a negating prefix. 'Herfe' is also Arabic (ḥirfa) meaning craft or trade. The '-i' is a Persian adjectival suffix.

معنای اصلی: Not pertaining to a guild or trade association.

Indo-European (Persian) with Semitic (Arabic) roots.

بافت فرهنگی

Avoid using this directly to a supervisor or elder in Iran unless you are prepared for a major conflict. It is a direct attack on their 'Aberu' (reputation).

In English, 'unprofessional' is often used for HR violations. In Persian, it is used more broadly for anything 'shoddy' or 'amateurish.'

Iranian cinema critics frequently use this word to slam high-budget films with poor scripts. Football managers in the Persian Gulf Pro League often blame 'unprofessional refereeing' for losses. Social media campaigns often use #GheyreHerfei to boycott poor services.

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Job Interview

من از رفتارهای غیرحرفه ای دوری می کنم.
این شرکت محیط غیرحرفه ای ندارد.
چگونه با همکار غیرحرفه ای برخورد کنیم؟
رزومه غیرحرفه ای رد می شود.

Sports

داور خیلی غیرحرفه ای بود.
بازیکن حرکت غیرحرفه ای انجام داد.
شکست به خاطر مدیریت غیرحرفه ای بود.
تمرینات غیرحرفه ای باعث مصدومیت شد.

Customer Service

پاسخگویی شما غیرحرفه ای است.
من به خاطر این برخورد غیرحرفه ای شکایت می کنم.
سرویس دهی غیرحرفه ای بود.
این وبسایت خیلی غیرحرفه ای طراحی شده.

Art/Media

نقد غیرحرفه ای فیلم.
بازیگری او بسیار غیرحرفه ای بود.
نورپردازی غیرحرفه ای صحنه.
ادیت غیرحرفه ای ویدیو.

Politics

بیانیه غیرحرفه ای دولت.
مذاکره کننده رفتار غیرحرفه ای داشت.
تحلیل های غیرحرفه ای رسانه ها.
تصمیمات غیرحرفه ای اقتصادی.

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"به نظر تو، چه رفتاری در محیط کار از همه غیرحرفه ای تر است؟"

"آیا تا به حال با یک دکتر غیرحرفه ای برخورد کرده ای؟"

"چرا بعضی از شرکت ها اینقدر غیرحرفه ای با مشتری صحبت می کنند؟"

"فکر می کنی لباس پوشیدن غیرحرفه ای در مصاحبه چقدر تاثیر دارد؟"

"چطور می توانیم به یک دوست بگوییم که کارش غیرحرفه ای است؟"

موضوعات نگارش

یک بار که با یک آدم غیرحرفه ای روبرو شدی را توصیف کن و بگو چه حسی داشتی.

به نظر تو مرز بین رفتار دوستانه و رفتار غیرحرفه ای در اداره کجاست؟

چرا یاد گرفتن اخلاق حرفه ای برای موفقیت در زندگی مهم است؟

اگر رئیس یک شرکت بودی، با کارمندی که مدام کارهای غیرحرفه ای می کند چه می کردی؟

آیا تکنولوژی باعث شده است که آدم ها در کارشان غیرحرفه ای تر شوند یا حرفه ای تر؟

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

Not necessarily. A person can be very skilled but still act 'unprofessionally' by being rude, late, or unethical. It covers both skill and behavior.

Only if you have a very open relationship or are in a formal dispute. It is a strong criticism and can be seen as disrespectful (bi-adabi).

No. Use 'shaloog' or 'be-nazm'. 'Gheyr-e herfe-i' is strictly for things related to a profession or serious craft.

The opposite is 'herfe-i' (professional). You can also use 'takhassosi' (specialized) or 'maherane' (skillfully).

You can say 'غیرحرفه ای گری' (gheyr-e herfe-i gari) or 'رفتار غیرحرفه ای' (unprofessional behavior).

Yes, very often! It refers to bad sportsmanship, like faking an injury or arguing with the referee.

It's better to use 'moptadi' (beginner). Calling a beginner 'unprofessional' sounds like you are saying they are failing on purpose.

Yes, 'sar-ham-bandi' (for work) or 'khaleh-zanaki' (for office behavior).

Yes! Without the Ezafe 'e', the word sounds incorrect and is grammatically broken.

Yes, journalists use it to describe everything from bad diplomacy to poor urban planning.

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