Signification
Agreeing with someone and confirming that what they said is correct.
Contexte culturel
Agreement is a cornerstone of Ta'arof. Even if you disagree, starting with 'Shoma dorost miguyid' is a way to show respect before offering a counter-point. In meetings, using this phrase with a superior is expected. It doesn't just mean 'you are right', it means 'I acknowledge and respect your authority/wisdom'. When speaking to grandparents, this phrase is often accompanied by a slight nod. It's considered 'be-adab' (polite). In formal emails, this phrase is often written in full. In casual Telegram chats, it's shortened to 'dorost migi' or even just 'doroste' (it's correct).
The 'Safe' Choice
If you aren't sure how formal to be, 'Shoma dorost miguyid' is always safe and polite for an adult learner.
Avoid Sarcasm
Be careful with your tone. If said too slowly or with a flat tone, it can sound like you are patronizing the other person.
Signification
Agreeing with someone and confirming that what they said is correct.
The 'Safe' Choice
If you aren't sure how formal to be, 'Shoma dorost miguyid' is always safe and polite for an adult learner.
Avoid Sarcasm
Be careful with your tone. If said too slowly or with a flat tone, it can sound like you are patronizing the other person.
Combine with a Nod
In Iran, non-verbal cues are huge. A slight nod while saying this phrase doubles its politeness.
Ta'arof Buffer
Use this phrase as a 'buffer' before you say 'No' or disagree. It softens the blow.
Teste-toi
Choose the most polite way to agree with your boss.
Boss: 'ما به وقت بیشتری نیاز داریم.' (We need more time.)
'Shoma dorost miguyid' is the standard polite/formal agreement.
Complete the sentence with the correct verb form.
شما همیشه درست ________. (You always say [things] correctly.)
The subject 'Shoma' requires the verb ending '-id'.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Match 'درست میگی' and 'شما درست میگویید'
Informal vs. Formal usage.
Complete the dialogue.
A: هوا خیلی خوب است. B: بله، ____ ____ ____.
B is agreeing with A.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
English vs Persian Logic
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesBoss: 'ما به وقت بیشتری نیاز داریم.' (We need more time.)
'Shoma dorost miguyid' is the standard polite/formal agreement.
شما همیشه درست ________. (You always say [things] correctly.)
The subject 'Shoma' requires the verb ending '-id'.
Match 'درست میگی' and 'شما درست میگویید'
Informal vs. Formal usage.
A: هوا خیلی خوب است. B: بله، ____ ____ ____.
B is agreeing with A.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, in casual settings, just saying 'Dorost' or 'Doroste' is like saying 'Correct' or 'Right'.
'Dorost' is about accuracy (correct vs incorrect). 'Rast' is about truthfulness (truth vs lie).
Yes, it is very common in dialogue within modern Persian literature and formal scripts.
Use the past tense: 'Shoma dorost migoftid' (شما درست میگفتید).
Absolutely. It is the perfect phrase for a student to use with a teacher.
Because Persian views 'being right' as an action of speech rather than a state of the person.
Yes, it's polite and respectful.
Add 'kamalan' (completely): 'Shoma kamalan dorost miguyid'.
Yes, 'Rast migi' or 'Valla rast migi' (By God, you're telling the truth).
It can be, but it's also used for genuine factual agreement.
Expressions liées
حق با شماست
synonymThe right is with you.
صحیح میفرمایید
specialized formYou are speaking correctly (Honorific).
دقیقاً
similarExactly.
موافقم
similarI agree.
