Signification
Stating that one has no commitments.
Contexte culturel
In Iran, saying 'Man bikāram' can be a form of 'Ta'arof' (ritual politeness). If someone asks for help, you might say 'Man bikāram' to imply that helping them is no trouble at all because you have nothing else to do. Among young people in Tehran, 'bikar' is often used to describe someone who is 'too free'—meaning they are meddling in other people's business or overthinking things. In Dari, 'bikar' is used similarly, but there is a slightly higher usage of 'fariqh' (فارغ) for being 'graduated' or 'free from a task,' which can sometimes overlap. In Tajik Persian, 'bikor' (the local pronunciation) is used, but Russian loanwords for 'unemployed' are also common in formal contexts.
The 'Boredom' Connection
If you want to sound like a native, follow 'Man bikāram' with 'Hosele-am sar rafte' (I'm bored).
Job Interviews
Never say 'Man bikāram' in a formal interview. It sounds like you have no skills or drive. Use 'Dar hale jostojooye kar hastam' (I am looking for work).
Signification
Stating that one has no commitments.
The 'Boredom' Connection
If you want to sound like a native, follow 'Man bikāram' with 'Hosele-am sar rafte' (I'm bored).
Job Interviews
Never say 'Man bikāram' in a formal interview. It sounds like you have no skills or drive. Use 'Dar hale jostojooye kar hastam' (I am looking for work).
Ta'arof Power
Saying 'Man bikāram' when someone asks for a favor is a high-level politeness move.
The Suffix
Remember that '-am' is just 'I am'. Change it to '-i' to ask a friend 'Are you free?' (Bikari?)
Teste-toi
Which sentence means 'I am free today'?
Choose the correct Persian translation:
While 'azadam' means free, 'bikaram' is the standard way to say you have no plans/work.
Fill in the blank to say 'Are you free?'
آیا تو _______ ؟
The suffix '-i' corresponds to 'you' (singular/informal).
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are bored at home and want to tell your sister.
'Bikaram' combined with 'hosele-am sar rafte' (I'm bored) is the perfect match.
Complete the dialogue.
A: فردا میای بریم سینما؟ B: آره، فردا ________.
Saying 'I'm free' (Bikaram) is the logical answer to an invitation.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Bikar vs. Azad
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesChoose the correct Persian translation:
While 'azadam' means free, 'bikaram' is the standard way to say you have no plans/work.
آیا تو _______ ؟
The suffix '-i' corresponds to 'you' (singular/informal).
Situation: You are bored at home and want to tell your sister.
'Bikaram' combined with 'hosele-am sar rafte' (I'm bored) is the perfect match.
A: فردا میای بریم سینما؟ B: آره، فردا ________.
Saying 'I'm free' (Bikaram) is the logical answer to an invitation.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsNo! Most of the time in social settings, it just means 'I'm not busy right now.'
Not at all. It's a very neutral and common way to describe your state.
You say 'Man mashghoolam' or 'Saram sholooghe'.
Yes, you can say 'Emruz bikāram' to mean 'I have the day off'.
'Bikar' is about work/tasks. 'Azad' is about freedom/liberty.
You can start with 'Man bikāram' and add 'Hosele-am sar rafte'.
Yes, 'shaghel nistam' (for unemployment) or 'vaghtam azad ast' (for free time).
No, it's only for people. For a 'free' seat, use 'khali' (empty).
It means 'unemployment' or 'the state of having nothing to do'.
Yes, often to describe a heart that has no 'work' other than loving.
Say 'Kheili saram sholooghe'.
Yes, if you call someone 'Adam-e bikar', it implies they are a loafer or a meddler.
Expressions liées
وقت آزاد
similarFree time
سرش خلوت است
synonymHe/She is not busy
شاغل
contrastEmployed
مشغول
contrastBusy
بیکاری
builds onUnemployment/Idleness
