Signification
To reach a firm and irreversible conclusion.
Contexte culturel
In Iranian families, a 'Tasmim-e Ghat'i' is often not truly final until the head of the family (father or mother) has given their blessing, even for adults. Iranians may use 'Inshallah' even after a firm decision. This doesn't mean they are unsure; it's a cultural way of acknowledging that things can change beyond their control. On Iranian Instagram, 'Tasmim-e Ghat'i' is a buzzword used by influencers when they are about to reveal a 'big secret' or a major life change to keep followers engaged. The concept of 'Ghat' (cutting) in decisions relates to the historical use of seals and stamps. Once a letter was sealed, the decision was 'Ghat'i'.
Use it for emphasis
If someone keeps asking 'Are you sure?', answer with 'تصمیمم قطعیه' (My decision is firm) to end the conversation.
Don't say 'Kardan'
Remember: Decisions are 'taken' (gereftan) in Persian, never 'done' (kardan).
Signification
To reach a firm and irreversible conclusion.
Use it for emphasis
If someone keeps asking 'Are you sure?', answer with 'تصمیمم قطعیه' (My decision is firm) to end the conversation.
Don't say 'Kardan'
Remember: Decisions are 'taken' (gereftan) in Persian, never 'done' (kardan).
The 'Inshallah' factor
Even if you are 100% sure, adding 'Inshallah' makes you sound more humble and culturally aware.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the firm decision.
من بالاخره تصمیم _______ گرفتم که به دانشگاه بروم.
'Ghat'i' is the standard collocation for a firm, final decision.
Which sentence is the most natural for a business announcement?
The manager announced the final decision.
In formal contexts, 'announcing' (e'lam kardan) the decision is more common than just 'taking' it.
Match the phrase to the most appropriate situation.
Where would you use 'تصمیم قطعی گرفتن'?
This phrase is reserved for high-stakes, life-altering decisions.
Complete the dialogue.
سارا: هنوز شک داری که بری سفر؟ علی: نه، دیگه شک ندارم. ___________.
Ali is confirming he no longer has doubts, so 'Tasmim-e ghat'i gereftan' is the correct response.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Deciding vs. Firmly Deciding
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesمن بالاخره تصمیم _______ گرفتم که به دانشگاه بروم.
'Ghat'i' is the standard collocation for a firm, final decision.
The manager announced the final decision.
In formal contexts, 'announcing' (e'lam kardan) the decision is more common than just 'taking' it.
Where would you use 'تصمیم قطعی گرفتن'?
This phrase is reserved for high-stakes, life-altering decisions.
سارا: هنوز شک داری که بری سفر؟ علی: نه، دیگه شک ندارم. ___________.
Ali is confirming he no longer has doubts, so 'Tasmim-e ghat'i gereftan' is the correct response.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a business meeting.
No, it sounds too dramatic for choosing a movie or a snack.
'Ghat'i' means firm/definitive. 'Naha'i' means final/last in a sequence.
Say 'هنوز تصمیم نگرفتهام' (Hanooz tasmim nagerefteh-am).
Yes, people might say 'تکلیفم روشنه' (My task is clear/I've decided).
Yes, it's a very common way to say 'It's over and I'm not coming back'.
Usually followed by 'که' (that) + a verb.
It's like the French 'r' but further back in the throat.
No, that is a major grammatical error. Always use 'gereftan'.
Then it wasn't a 'Tasmim-e Ghat'i'! This phrase implies you won't change your mind.
Expressions liées
تصمیم نهایی
synonymFinal decision
عزم جزم
similarStrong resolve
یکدله شدن
similarTo become of one heart
دودل بودن
contrastTo be of two hearts (hesitant)
تکلیف را روشن کردن
builds onTo settle the matter
