Signification
A polite invitation for someone to take a seat.
Contexte culturel
Hospitality is a competitive sport in Iran. Offering a seat is just the beginning; expect to be offered tea, fruit, and sweets immediately after sitting. In busy offices, the phrase is often shortened to just 'Befarma'id' while pointing to a chair, but the full phrase is still used to show extra respect. The 'Bālā' (top) of the room is the most prestigious place to sit. A host will often guide you to the 'Bālā' while saying this phrase. Younger people are culturally expected to stand up and offer their seat to the elderly using this formal phrase.
The Hand Gesture
Always pair this phrase with a graceful sweep of your hand toward the chair. It makes the invitation feel much warmer.
The Rule of Three
In Ta'arof, you might need to say this phrase 2 or 3 times if the guest is being extra polite and refusing to sit.
Signification
A polite invitation for someone to take a seat.
The Hand Gesture
Always pair this phrase with a graceful sweep of your hand toward the chair. It makes the invitation feel much warmer.
The Rule of Three
In Ta'arof, you might need to say this phrase 2 or 3 times if the guest is being extra polite and refusing to sit.
Avoid the Singular
Never say 'beshin' to someone older than you, even if you are friends. It can come across as very disrespectful.
Teste-toi
Complete the formal invitation to sit.
خواهش میکنم ________. (benshinid)
The formal plural subjunctive 'بنشینید' is required to match the formal 'خواهش میکنم'.
Match the phrase to the correct person.
To whom would you say 'خواهش میکنم بنشینید'?
This phrase is formal and respectful, perfect for professional or new acquaintances.
What is the most polite response to a guest entering your home?
Guest: سلام. Host: سلام، خوش آمدید. ________.
After 'Welcome,' inviting the guest to sit is the standard polite next step.
Which part of the phrase means 'I request'?
In 'خواهش میکنم بنشینید', which part is 'I request'?
'Khāhesh mikonam' is the compound verb meaning 'I request' or 'I do request'.
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Aides visuelles
When to use 'Khāhesh mikonam benshinid'
At Home
- • New Guests
- • Elders
- • In-laws
At Work
- • Clients
- • Boss
- • Interviewees
Public
- • Pregnant women
- • Elderly
- • Strangers
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesخواهش میکنم ________. (benshinid)
The formal plural subjunctive 'بنشینید' is required to match the formal 'خواهش میکنم'.
To whom would you say 'خواهش میکنم بنشینید'?
This phrase is formal and respectful, perfect for professional or new acquaintances.
Guest: سلام. Host: سلام، خوش آمدید. ________.
After 'Welcome,' inviting the guest to sit is the standard polite next step.
In 'خواهش میکنم بنشینید', which part is 'I request'?
'Khāhesh mikonam' is the compound verb meaning 'I request' or 'I do request'.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsMostly, yes. It literally means 'I request,' but it's the standard way to say 'Please' in a formal sentence or 'You're welcome' as a response.
Yes, but it's a bit like saying 'Sit!' in English. Adding 'Khāhesh mikonam' or 'Lotfan' makes it a polite invitation rather than a command.
In traditional settings with floor cushions (poshti), you still use the same phrase. 'Sit' applies to sitting on the floor too!
Yes, it is the plural form. In Persian, we use the plural for one person to show respect (like 'vous' in French).
That is the subjunctive prefix. It's used here because the first verb (requesting) triggers a specific mood in the second verb.
Just add 'injā' (here): 'Khāhesh mikonam injā بنشینید.'
Not really. In a text, you'd be more likely to say 'Montazeretun hastim' (We are waiting for you). This is a very 'in-person' phrase.
'Befarma'id' is more general. This phrase is specific to the act of sitting. Use this when you specifically want someone to take a load off.
Absolutely. It is the perfect level of respect for a supervisor.
Just say 'Befarma'id' or 'Lotfan benshinid.' It's still polite!
Expressions liées
بفرمایید
similarPlease / Go ahead / Help yourself
لطفاً بنشینید
synonymPlease sit down
بشین
specialized formSit (informal)
جلوس بفرمایید
specialized formPlease be seated (very formal)
