Signification
Expressing surprise or asking if something is true.
Contexte culturel
In Iran, using 'جدی؟' is a way to show you are listening. Iranians value 'taarof' and engagement in conversation. The usage is identical, though intonation might vary slightly by region. While 'جدی' is understood, Tajiks might also use 'rost?' (really?) more frequently.
Use your face
Persians use facial expressions. Raise your eyebrows when you say 'جدی؟' to make it sound natural.
Intonation is key
The higher your pitch at the end, the more surprised you sound.
Signification
Expressing surprise or asking if something is true.
Use your face
Persians use facial expressions. Raise your eyebrows when you say 'جدی؟' to make it sound natural.
Intonation is key
The higher your pitch at the end, the more surprised you sound.
Don't overdo it
Using it too much can make you sound sarcastic. Use it only when truly surprised.
Teste-toi
Which phrase expresses surprise?
Your friend says they won a prize. What do you say?
It is the only option that expresses surprise.
Complete the dialogue.
A: I am moving to Paris. B: ____?
It is the natural reaction to surprising news.
Match the situation to the response.
You hear that the school is closed tomorrow.
It is the correct way to show interest in the news.
Fill in the blank.
____ میگی؟ (Are you serious?)
The full phrase is 'جدی میگی'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesYour friend says they won a prize. What do you say?
It is the only option that expresses surprise.
A: I am moving to Paris. B: ____?
It is the natural reaction to surprising news.
You hear that the school is closed tomorrow.
It is the correct way to show interest in the news.
____ میگی؟ (Are you serious?)
The full phrase is 'جدی میگی'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsOnly if it is a very informal email to a close friend. Otherwise, avoid it.
Yes, as an adjective. As a question, it means 'Are you serious?'.
You can say 'آره، جدی میگم' (Yes, I'm serious) or 'آره، واقعاً' (Yes, really).
No, it is an invariable expression.
No, it is too informal. Use 'واقعاً؟' instead.
Yes, it is standard across Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan.
Expressions liées
جدی میگی؟
builds onAre you saying it seriously?
واقعاً؟
synonymReally?
راست میگی؟
similarAre you telling the truth?
