Signification
A polite phrase used when introduced to someone for the first time.
Contexte culturel
The phrase is often followed by 'Hamchenin' (Likewise). It is considered rude to just nod; a verbal acknowledgment is expected. In Tehran, 'Khoshbakhtam' is increasingly popular among the youth as it feels less 'heavy' than the full phrase. In a business setting, wait for the senior person to initiate the 'Nice to meet you' or use it immediately after they introduce themselves to show proactive respect. Persian speakers abroad might use a mix of English and Persian, but this phrase remains a 'code-switching' anchor to maintain cultural identity.
The Hand-on-Heart Move
When saying this to an elder, slightly bow your head and place your right hand over your heart. It adds a massive amount of sincerity.
Don't Forget the Ezafe
Make sure to pronounce the '-ye' in 'āshnāyi-ye'. Without it, the phrase sounds broken.
Signification
A polite phrase used when introduced to someone for the first time.
The Hand-on-Heart Move
When saying this to an elder, slightly bow your head and place your right hand over your heart. It adds a massive amount of sincerity.
Don't Forget the Ezafe
Make sure to pronounce the '-ye' in 'āshnāyi-ye'. Without it, the phrase sounds broken.
The Response Matters
If someone says this to you, don't just say 'Thanks.' Say 'Man ham hamchenin' (Me too likewise).
Teste-toi
Complete the phrase with the correct preposition.
من ___ آشنایی شما خوشحالم.
In Persian, you are happy 'from' (az) something.
Choose the best response for a first meeting.
Person A: سلام، من سارا هستم. Person B: ________
This is the standard polite response after an introduction.
Match the Persian phrase to its register.
1. از آشنایی شما خوشحالم 2. خوشبختم 3. از آشناییت خوشحالم
The full 'shomā' form is formal, 'khoshbakhtam' is a neutral short form, and the '-et' suffix is informal.
Which phrase is best for meeting a famous professor?
Meeting Professor Alavi for the first time.
This high-formal register is appropriate for a respected academic.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Formal vs. Informal Introductions
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesمن ___ آشنایی شما خوشحالم.
In Persian, you are happy 'from' (az) something.
Person A: سلام، من سارا هستم. Person B: ________
This is the standard polite response after an introduction.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
The full 'shomā' form is formal, 'khoshbakhtam' is a neutral short form, and the '-et' suffix is informal.
Meeting Professor Alavi for the first time.
This high-formal register is appropriate for a respected academic.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt's a bit formal for close friends. Use it when you are *first* introduced to a friend of a friend. Once you are friends, you don't need to say it anymore.
'Khoshbakhtam' is shorter and very common in cities. Both are perfectly fine, but 'Az āshnāyi-ye shomā khoshhālam' is slightly more elegant.
You can just say 'Az آشنایی با شما خوشحالم' without the name. It's a safe way to be polite while you try to remember!
Say 'khoshhālam' (am happy) at the beginning. Say 'khoshhāl shodam' (became happy/was happy) at the end.
Yes! Persian has no gender, so you use the exact same phrase for men and women.
The easiest way is 'Man ham hamchenin' (Me too likewise).
Only if you are meeting a child or if you are in a very informal, 'cool' youth setting, but even then, 'shomā' is safer for a first meeting.
It means 'acquaintance' or 'the act of becoming familiar with someone.'
Yes, but in Dari, 'Az āshnāyi bā shomā khoshhalam' is more common, or simply 'Khoshbakhtam'.
In Persian logic, your happiness is a result that originates *from* the event of meeting the person.
Expressions liées
خوشبختم
synonymI am fortunate/happy (Nice to meet you).
خوشوقتم
synonymI am happy (at this time).
مشتاق دیدار
similarEager to meet/see you.
باعث افتخار است
specialized formIt is an honor.
