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B1 noun 9 min de lecture

روشویی

Q: آیا میتوانم از کلمه «سینک» برای دستشویی استفاده کنم؟

خیر، در زبان فارسی «سینک» معمولاً برای آشپزخانه استفاده میشود. برای حمام یا توالت باید از کلمه «روشویی» استفاده کنید تا طبیعی به نظر برسید.

Q: چگونه بگویم روشویی گرفته است؟

میتوانید بگویید: «روشویی گرفته است» یا «لوله روشویی مسدود شده است». هر دو جمله درست هستند.

Q: آیا روشویی در حیاط هم وجود دارد؟

بله، در خانههای قدیمی ایران معمولاً یک روشویی یا شیر آب در حیاط برای شستن دستها وجود دارد.

Q: جنس روشوییها معمولاً از چیست؟

بیشتر روشوییها از چینی (سرامیک) ساخته میشوند، اما مدلهای سنگی و شیشهای هم محبوب هستند.

Q: چگونه روشویی را تمیز کنیم؟

میتوانید از مواد شوینده ملایم و اسفنج استفاده کنید. مراقب باشید که اسیدهای قوی به لعاب روشویی آسیب نزنند.

Q: آیا کلمه روشویی جمع بسته میشود؟

بله، جمع آن «روشوییها» است. مثلاً: «همه روشوییهای این هتل تمیز هستند».

Q: شیر روشویی چیست؟

به شیری که روی روشویی نصب میشود و آب از آن خارج میشود، شیر روشویی میگویند.

roshuyi

Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces روشویی en 30 secondes

Explication روشویی in your Level:

At the A1 level, you just need to know that 'roshuyi' is the sink in the bathroom. It is where you wash your hands (dast) and face (soorat). You can use simple sentences like 'In roshuyi ast' (This is a sink) or 'Roshuyi tamiz ast' (The sink is clean). Think of it as part of the 'bathroom' (dastshuyi) vocabulary. You might see it in pictures of a house. It is a compound word: 'ro' (face) + 'shuyi' (washing).

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'roshuyi' with basic verbs and prepositions. You should be able to say 'Dastam ra dar roshuyi mishoyam' (I wash my hand in the sink). You can describe its color or size, like 'roshuyi-ye sefid' (white sink) or 'roshuyi-ye kuchak' (small sink). You also learn that it is different from the 'sink' in the kitchen. You might use it when talking about your daily routine (brushing teeth, washing face).

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At the B1 level, you understand that 'roshuyi' is the specific term for a bathroom washbasin. You can handle more complex situations, like describing a problem: 'Lule-ye roshuyi gerefteh ast' (The sink pipe is clogged). You can discuss different types of sinks, such as 'roshuyi-ye kabinet-dar' (cabinet sink). You understand the cultural importance of hygiene and where the sink is placed in an Iranian home. You can use it in the context of home improvement or shopping.

At the B2 level, you can use 'roshuyi' in more detailed descriptions of architecture and interior design. You might discuss the materials used, like 'sang-e marmar' (marble) or 'chini' (porcelain). You can explain the difference between 'roshuyi' and 'dastshuyi' to others. You are comfortable using it in formal contexts, such as describing the facilities in a hotel or a public building. You can also use related terms like 'shir-e roshuyi' (sink faucet) fluently.

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At the C1 level, you use 'roshuyi' with technical precision. You might discuss the 'nasb' (installation) process or the plumbing system ('looleh-keshi') connected to it. You understand the nuances of its use in literature or film to set a scene. You can participate in debates about water conservation related to sink usage. Your vocabulary includes specific parts like the 'sifun' (trap/siphon) or 'zir-ab' (drain). You can use the word in complex metaphorical or descriptive passages.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of the word 'roshuyi'. You can discuss its etymological roots and its historical evolution from the 'aftabeh-lagan' to modern fixtures. You can use it in academic or professional discussions about urban planning or sanitary engineering. You understand any rare or regional variations of the word. You can write detailed guides on bathroom design or maintenance using highly sophisticated Persian vocabulary and structures.

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روشویی en 30 secondes

Roshuyi is the specific Persian term for a bathroom washbasin, used for personal hygiene like washing the face and hands.
It is a compound of 'ro' (face) and 'shuyi' (washing), clearly distinguishing it from the kitchen sink (sink-e zarfshuyi).
Commonly made of ceramic or stone, it is often paired with a mirror and found in both private and public restrooms.
Maintenance involves terms like 'gereftan' (clogged) and 'nasb' (installation), making it a key word for B1 learners.

The Persian word روشویی (pronounced 'ro-shoo-yi') is a compound noun that serves as the standard term for a washbasin or sink specifically designed for washing the face and hands, typically found in a bathroom or a dedicated lavatory area. To understand its construction, one must look at its morphological roots: ru (face/surface) and shuyi (from the verb shostan, meaning to wash). Literally, it translates to 'face-washing [place]'. In modern Iranian households, the روشویی is an essential fixture, often separated from the toilet area in contemporary architectural designs to maintain a high standard of hygiene and convenience. Unlike the kitchen sink, which is referred to as sink-e zarfshuyi, the روشویی is exclusively for personal grooming and hygiene.

Common Material: Most traditional روشویی units are made of white porcelain or ceramic, though modern luxury versions often feature carved marble, granite, or even tempered glass.
Installation Type: You will encounter 'roshuyi-ye kabinet-dar' (cabinet sinks) which provide storage underneath, or 'roshuyi-ye paye-dar' (pedestal sinks) which are more classic and space-saving.

Historically, before the advent of modern plumbing in Iran, people used a set called aftabeh-lagan (a pitcher and basin) where a servant or family member would pour water over the hands of guests. The modern روشویی is the technological successor to this tradition. When you enter an Iranian home, you might hear the host say, 'Dast-haye-tan ra dar روشویی beshuyid' (Wash your hands in the sink), especially before a meal. It is also the focal point of the morning routine, where one performs wozu (ablution) before prayer or simply prepares for the day. The word is ubiquitous in real estate listings, home renovation discussions, and daily life.

آینه بالای روشویی نصب شده است. (The mirror is installed above the washbasin.)

In a broader context, the quality and cleanliness of the روشویی are often seen as a reflection of the household's overall cleanliness. In public spaces like restaurants or mosques, the روشویی area is usually kept separate from the toilets to allow people to wash up or fix their appearance without entering the toilet stalls. This cultural nuance highlights the distinction between 'cleaning' (washing hands) and 'relieving oneself'.

Using روشویی in a sentence requires an understanding of its role as a physical object. It usually interacts with verbs related to cleaning, fixing, or placing objects. The most common verb paired with it is shostan (to wash). For example, 'Dastam ra dar روشویی shostam' (I washed my hand in the washbasin). Notice the use of the preposition dar (in) or tuye (inside) to indicate the location of the washing action.

Maintenance Verbs: Verbs like 'gereftan' (to get clogged) and 'baz kardan' (to unclog) are essential. 'Lule-ye روشویی gerefteh ast' means 'The sink pipe is clogged.'

When discussing home decor or renovation, you might use verbs like nasb kardan (to install) or tavviz kardan (to replace). For instance, 'Ma ghasd darim روشویی ghadimi ra ba yek modele jadid tavviz konim' (We intend to replace the old washbasin with a new model). This demonstrates the word's utility in practical, everyday Persian. It is also common to describe the state of the sink: 'Roshuyi besyar tamiz ast' (The washbasin is very clean).

لطفاً صابون را لبه روشویی بگذارید. (Please put the soap on the edge of the washbasin.)

Grammatically, روشویی is a simple noun and follows standard Persian pluralization rules, becoming roshuyi-ha. In spoken Persian, the final 'i' sound is clear, and the word does not change significantly between formal and informal registers, though the surrounding sentence structure might. For example, in a formal context, you might say 'Estefadeh az روشویی baraye hamegan azad ast' (Use of the washbasin is free for everyone), whereas informally you'd say 'Roshuyi kojast?' (Where is the sink?).

Furthermore, the word is often part of an ezafe construction, such as 'shir-e roshuyi' (the sink faucet) or 'sang-e roshuyi' (the sink basin stone/material). Understanding these pairings allows you to describe specific parts of the fixture or issues related to it. If the faucet is leaking, you say 'Shir-e روشویی chekke mikonad'. If the basin itself is cracked, you say 'Sang-e روشویی tark khorde ast'.

You will encounter the word روشویی in a variety of real-world settings in Iran and Persian-speaking communities. One of the most common places is within the home, specifically during morning and evening routines. Parents might tell their children, 'Boro soraaghe روشویی va dandan-hayat ra mesvak bezan' (Go to the sink and brush your teeth). It is the center of bathroom hygiene.

Shopping and Hardware Stores: In areas like Tehran's 'Bourse-e-lavazem-e-sakhtemani' (construction supply markets), you will see signs everywhere for 'Forush-e روشویی' (Washbasin sales). Salespeople will discuss the 'omgh' (depth) and 'arz' (width) of the sink with you.

In public institutions like schools, hospitals, or office buildings, signs pointing to the 'lavatories' often lead to a row of روشویی units. In these contexts, you might hear a cleaner or maintenance worker saying, 'In روشویی kharab ast, az an yeki estefadeh konid' (This sink is broken, use that other one). It is also frequently mentioned in hospitality contexts; a hotel guest might call the front desk to complain, 'Ab-e garm-e روشویی kar nemikonad' (The hot water of the washbasin is not working).

در هتل‌های لوکس، روشویی‌ها معمولاً از سنگ مرمر ساخته شده‌اند. (In luxury hotels, washbasins are usually made of marble stone.)

Architectural and interior design media also use this word extensively. In Persian-language home decor magazines or Instagram accounts, designers showcase 'tarahi-ye روشویی' (washbasin design) as a key element of bathroom aesthetics. They might discuss 'roshuyi-ye modern' vs 'roshuyi-ye klasik'. Even in literature or film, a scene might be described as taking place 'kenar-e روشویی' (beside the sink) to imply a moment of private reflection, washing away tears, or preparing for an important event.

Lastly, in the context of health and public safety—especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic—public service announcements in Persian repeatedly used the word روشویی. Instructions like 'Be mahze vorud be khaneh, samte روشویی beravid va dast-hayetan ra ba sabun beshuyid' (As soon as you enter the house, go to the sink and wash your hands with soap) became a daily mantra for millions.

For English speakers learning Persian, the most frequent mistake is confusing روشویی with sink (used for kitchen) or dastshuyi (used for the room). In English, 'sink' can be used for both the kitchen and the bathroom, but in Persian, using روشویی for the kitchen sink sounds incorrect. The kitchen sink is almost always called sink (borrowed from English) or zarfshuyi (dish-washing place).

The 'Dastshuyi' Trap: Learners often say 'Dastshuyi gerefteh' (The bathroom is clogged) when they mean only the basin is clogged. While understood, it's more precise to say 'روشویی gerefteh'.

Another common error is the pronunciation of the ending. Some learners might drop the final 'i' or blend it into the previous syllable, making it sound like 'ro-shoo'. It is vital to enunciate the 'yi' at the end clearly, as it is a substantive part of the word's identity as a noun. Additionally, learners sometimes forget the ezafe when describing the sink. For example, saying 'roshuyi sangi' instead of 'roshuyi-ye sangi' (stone washbasin) is a common grammatical slip.

اشتباه: ظرف‌ها را در روشویی بشور. (Mistake: Wash the dishes in the bathroom sink.) - Correct: Wash them in the 'sink-e zarfshuyi'.

Misunderstanding the context of 'vazu' (ablution) is another area for caution. While you use a روشویی for vazu, the sink itself isn't 'holy'; it's just a tool. Avoid using overly formal religious terms for a standard household object unless you are in a mosque environment. Also, be careful with the word lagan. While lagan means basin, using it alone to refer to a bathroom sink can sound archaic or refer specifically to a portable basin rather than the fixed plumbing fixture.

Finally, learners sometimes struggle with the plural form. In English, we might say 'the sinks', but in Persian, if you are referring to a row of sinks in a public bathroom, you must use roshuyi-ha. Using the singular to refer to multiple units is a common error for those whose native languages handle collectives differently. Also, ensure you don't confuse روشویی with shir-e-ab (the faucet). You wash your hands *at* the روشویی using the water from the *shir-e-ab*.

To broaden your Persian vocabulary, it is helpful to compare روشویی with other related terms. While روشویی is the most accurate term for a bathroom sink, several other words exist in the same semantic field. Understanding the nuances between them will make your Persian sound more natural and sophisticated.

Dastshuyi (دستشویی): Often used interchangeably with 'bathroom' or 'toilet'. If someone asks 'Dastshuyi kojast?', they are looking for the restroom. However, it literally means 'hand-washing', so in some technical contexts, it can refer to the sink.
Sink (سینک): A direct loanword from English, used almost exclusively for the kitchen sink. You would rarely call a bathroom washbasin a 'sink' in Persian unless you are using very modern, anglicized slang.
Lagan (لگن): Refers to a basin or tub. In older homes or rural areas, a 'lagan' might be a portable plastic or metal bowl used for washing hands or clothes. It lacks the 'fixed plumbing' connotation of روشویی.

When talking about the whole room, you have alternatives like tovalet (toilet), survis-e-behdashi (sanitary service/restroom - very polite), and hammam (bathroom/shower room). If you are specifically talking about the stone or ceramic part of the sink, the term sang-e roshuyi is the most precise. For the cabinet underneath, use kabinet-e roshuyi.

مقایسه: «سینک» برای آشپزخانه است، اما «روشویی» برای سرویس بهداشتی. (Comparison: 'Sink' is for the kitchen, but 'Roshuyi' is for the restroom.)

In more poetic or archaic Persian, you might encounter abrizgah, which refers to a place where water is poured, but this is never used in modern conversation to describe a sink. In the context of a garden or traditional courtyard, you might see a howz (small pool), which was the historical precursor to the indoor روشویی for washing up before entering the main living quarters.

In summary, while there are many words for 'washing' and 'basins', روشویی remains the gold standard for the bathroom washbasin. Using it correctly demonstrates a B1-level mastery of household vocabulary and cultural precision.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

In ancient times, the concept of a 'roshuyi' didn't exist as a fixed fixture; people used 'aftabeh-lagan' sets which were often made of beautiful engraved copper.

Guide de prononciation

UK /roːʃuːjiː/

US /roʊʃuːji/

On the last syllable: ro-shoo-YI.

Rime avec

شویی (shuyi) تویی (toyi) جویی (juyi) بویی (buyi) مویی (muyi) روی (ruy) کویی (kuyi) هویی (huyi)

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing it as 'ro-shoo' (forgetting the final 'i').
Misplacing the stress on the first syllable.
Mixing up the 'u' sound with an 'o' sound (ro-sho-yi).
Pronouncing 'sh' too harshly like 'ch'.
Blending the 'shoo' and 'yi' into one syllable.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 3/5

Easy to recognize as it follows common compound patterns.

Écriture 4/5

Spelling the 'yi' at the end can be tricky for beginners.

Expression orale 3/5

Pronunciation is straightforward once the 'sh' and 'u' sounds are mastered.

Écoute 3/5

Clear sound, but can be confused with 'zarfshuyi' in fast speech.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

دست (hand) صورت (face) شستن (to wash) توالت (toilet) آینه (mirror)

Apprends ensuite

شیر آب (faucet) لوله (pipe) کابینت (cabinet) نصب (installation) تعمیر (repair)

Avancé

تخلیه فاضلاب (sewage drainage) لعاب سرامیک (ceramic glaze) اتصالات (fittings) آب‌بندی (waterproofing)

Grammaire à connaître

Ezafe Construction

روشوییِ من (My washbasin) - The 'ye' sound connects the noun to the possessive.

Compound Nouns

رو + شویی = روشویی (Face + Washing = Washbasin).

Pluralization with -ha

روشویی‌ها (Washbasins).

Prepositional Placement

در روشویی (In the washbasin) - Prepositions always come before the noun.

Adjective Agreement

روشوییِ بزرگ (Large washbasin) - Adjectives follow the noun they modify.

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Exemples par niveau

این روشویی سفید است.

This washbasin is white.

Simple subject-predicate sentence.

روشویی کجاست؟

Where is the washbasin?

Basic question word 'kojast'.

من در روشویی دست می‌شورم.

I wash my hands in the washbasin.

Present continuous tense usage.

روشویی کوچک است.

The washbasin is small.

Adjective following the noun.

صابون روی روشویی است.

The soap is on the washbasin.

Preposition 'ru-ye' (on).

روشویی تمیز است.

The washbasin is clean.

Basic adjective 'tamiz'.

این یک روشویی جدید است.

This is a new washbasin.

Indefinite 'yek' and adjective 'jadid'.

او کنار روشویی ایستاده است.

He is standing next to the washbasin.

Preposition 'kenar-e' (beside).

او صورتش را در روشویی شست.

She washed her face in the washbasin.

Past tense of 'shostan'.

لطفاً روشویی را تمیز کن.

Please clean the washbasin.

Imperative mood.

آینه بالای روشویی قرار دارد.

The mirror is located above the washbasin.

Compound preposition 'bala-ye'.

روشویی ما خراب شده است.

Our washbasin is broken.

Present perfect tense.

آب روشویی خیلی گرم است.

The washbasin water is very hot.

Ezafe construction 'ab-e roshuyi'.

مسواک من داخل روشویی افتاد.

My toothbrush fell inside the washbasin.

Verb 'oftadan' (to fall).

ما باید یک روشویی بزرگتر بخریم.

We should buy a larger washbasin.

Comparative adjective 'bozorgtar'.

شیر روشویی را ببند.

Turn off the washbasin tap.

Compound noun 'shir-e roshuyi'.

لوله روشویی به دلیل رسوب گرفته است.

The washbasin pipe is clogged due to sediment.

Use of 'be dalil-e' (due to).

روشویی‌های سنگی این روزها خیلی مد شده‌اند.

Stone washbasins have become very fashionable these days.

Plural subject with 'mod shodan'.

هنگام خرید روشویی به ابعاد آن دقت کنید.

When buying a washbasin, pay attention to its dimensions.

Imperative with 'be... deghat konid'.

او حوله را کنار روشویی آویزان کرد.

He hung the towel next to the washbasin.

Verb 'avizan kardan' (to hang).

آب از زیر روشویی نشت می‌کند.

Water is leaking from under the washbasin.

Verb 'nesht kardan' (to leak).

این روشویی کابینتی فضای زیادی برای وسایل دارد.

This cabinet washbasin has a lot of space for items.

Compound adjective 'kabineti'.

قبل از ناهار، همه در روشویی دستشان را شستند.

Before lunch, everyone washed their hands in the washbasin.

Adverbial phrase 'ghabl az nahar'.

قیمت این روشویی نسبت به کیفیتش مناسب است.

The price of this washbasin is reasonable compared to its quality.

Comparison using 'nesbat be'.

نصب روشویی جدید نیاز به مهارت لوله‌کشی دارد.

Installing a new washbasin requires plumbing skills.

Gerund-like usage of 'nasb'.

طراحی روشویی باید با سبک کلی حمام هماهنگ باشد.

The design of the washbasin must be coordinated with the overall style of the bathroom.

Modal verb 'bayad' with 'hamahang bashad'.

بسیاری از روشویی‌های مدرن بدون پایه و دیواری هستند.

Many modern washbasins are pedestal-less and wall-mounted.

Adjectives 'bedun-e paye' and 'divari'.

جنس سرامیکی روشویی به راحتی لک نمی‌شود.

The ceramic material of the washbasin does not stain easily.

Passive/stative sense with 'lak shodan'.

او با دقت لبه‌های روشویی را درزگیری کرد.

He carefully sealed the edges of the washbasin.

Adverbial phrase 'ba deghat'.

در بازسازی خانه، تعویض روشویی اولویت ماست.

In the house renovation, replacing the washbasin is our priority.

Noun 'olaviyat' (priority).

شیرآلات هوشمند برای این مدل روشویی بسیار مناسب هستند.

Smart faucets are very suitable for this model of washbasin.

Term 'shir-alat-e hooshmand'.

عمق این روشویی برای جلوگیری از پاشیدن آب کافی نیست.

The depth of this washbasin is not enough to prevent water splashing.

Infinitive 'jologiri kardan' (to prevent).

معمار برای بهینه‌سازی فضا، روشویی را در کنج قرار داد.

To optimize space, the architect placed the washbasin in the corner.

Purpose clause with 'baraye'.

استفاده از سنگ‌های طبیعی در ساخت روشویی، جلوه‌ای لوکس به محیط می‌بخشد.

Using natural stones in making washbasins gives a luxurious look to the environment.

Verb 'jelveh bakhshidan'.

تجمع باکتری‌ها در درزهای روشویی می‌تواند باعث بیماری شود.

The accumulation of bacteria in the crevices of the washbasin can cause disease.

Complex subject with 'tajammo-e'.

سیفون روشویی باید به طور مرتب تمیز شود تا بوی بد نگیرد.

The washbasin siphon must be cleaned regularly so it doesn't smell bad.

Passive voice 'tamiz shavad'.

در طراحی‌های مینیمال، روشویی به عنوان یک المان بصری مهم عمل می‌کند.

In minimalist designs, the washbasin acts as an important visual element.

Prepositional phrase 'be onvan-e'.

مقاومت روشویی در برابر مواد شوینده اسیدی بسیار حائز اهمیت است.

The resistance of the washbasin against acidic detergents is very important.

Formal phrase 'ha'ez-e ahammiyat'.

او با وسواس عجیبی هر روز روشویی را ضدعفونی می‌کرد.

With a strange obsession, he disinfected the washbasin every day.

Noun 'vasvas' (obsession/OCD).

تکنولوژی نانو در لعاب روشویی‌های جدید، مانع از جذب آلودگی می‌شود.

Nano technology in the glaze of new washbasins prevents the absorption of pollution.

Technical term 'lo'ab' (glaze).

تحول فرمیک روشویی از حوضچه‌های سنتی به قطعات دکوراتیو امروزی مشهود است.

The formal transformation of the washbasin from traditional basins to today's decorative pieces is evident.

Highly formal academic structure.

تطبیق ارگونومیک ارتفاع روشویی با میانگین قد کاربران الزامی است.

The ergonomic adjustment of the washbasin height with the average height of users is mandatory.

Use of 'tatbiq-e ergonomik'.

در معماری پایدار، بازیافت آب خاکستری حاصل از روشویی مورد توجه قرار می‌گیرد.

In sustainable architecture, the recycling of greywater from the washbasin is considered.

Technical term 'ab-e khakestari' (greywater).

متریال‌های نوین نظیر کورین، انقلابی در ساخت روشویی‌های یکپارچه ایجاد کرده‌اند.

Modern materials such as Corian have revolutionized the construction of integrated washbasins.

Present perfect 'ijad kardeh-and'.

ظرافت‌های هنری در تراش سنگ روشویی، بیانگر ذوق معمار است.

Artistic subtleties in the carving of the washbasin stone express the architect's taste.

Abstract noun 'zarafat' (subtlety).

عدم تراز بودن روشویی می‌تواند منجر به اختلال در سیستم تخلیه شود.

The lack of leveling of the washbasin can lead to disruption in the drainage system.

Formal 'adam-e taraz budan'.

تلفیق نوپردازی مخفی با متریال روشویی، فضایی دراماتیک خلق می‌کند.

The fusion of hidden lighting with the washbasin material creates a dramatic atmosphere.

Noun 'talfigh' (fusion/integration).

بررسی تطبیقی استانداردهای بهداشتی در تولید روشویی‌های صنعتی ضروری است.

A comparative study of health standards in the production of industrial washbasins is essential.

Formal 'barresi-ye tatbiqi'.

Collocations courantes

روشویی کابینتی

شیر روشویی

سنگ روشویی

آینه روشویی

نصب روشویی

روشویی پایه دار

گرفتگی روشویی

روشویی دیواری

ست روشویی

خروجی روشویی

Phrases Courantes

جلوی روشویی

— In front of the washbasin. Often used when describing grooming activities.

او جلوی روشویی موهایش را شانه زد.

لبه روشویی

— The edge of the washbasin. Used for placing items like soap or rings.

انگشترم را لبه روشویی گذاشتم.

زیر روشویی

— Under the washbasin. Usually refers to the plumbing or storage area.

سطل آشغال زیر روشویی است.

تمیز کردن روشویی

— Cleaning the washbasin. A common household chore.

امروز نوبت توست که روشویی را تمیز کنی.

آب روشویی

— The water coming from the sink. Used to describe temperature or flow.

آب روشویی قطع شده است.

کنار روشویی

— Beside the washbasin. Location of towels or toothbrushes.

حوله را کنار روشویی بگذار.

روشویی لوکس

— Luxury washbasin. Used in real estate or design.

این آپارتمان روشویی‌های لوکسی دارد.

تعمیر روشویی

— Repairing the washbasin. Fixing leaks or clogs.

تعمیر روشویی دو ساعت طول کشید.

روشویی دوقلو

— Double washbasin. Common in master bathrooms.

آنها یک روشویی دوقلو نصب کردند.

ارتفاع روشویی

— The height of the washbasin. Important for ergonomics.

ارتفاع روشویی برای بچه‌ها زیاد است.

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روشویی vs سینک (Sink)

English speakers use 'sink' for everything; Persian uses 'sink' primarily for the kitchen.

روشویی vs دستشویی (Dastshooyi)

Often means the whole room or the toilet, while 'roshuyi' is just the basin.

روشویی vs ظرفشویی (Zarfshooyi)

Means 'dish-washing'; refers to the kitchen sink or dishwasher.

Expressions idiomatiques

"دستان را در روشویی شستن"

— Literally to wash hands, but can metaphorically mean finishing a task or absolving oneself (though 'dast shostan az' is the more common idiom for 'giving up').

او دستش را در روشویی شست و رفت.

Literal

"مثل آینه روشویی"

— Very clean and shiny (informal comparison).

ماشینش مثل آینه روشویی می‌درخشد.

Informal

Facile à confondre

روشویی vs لباسشویی

Both end in '-shuyi'.

'Lebas' means clothes, 'Ro' means face. One washes clothes, the other is for faces.

لباس‌ها را در لباسشویی ریختم. (I put the clothes in the washing machine.)

روشویی vs ظرفشویی

Both are sinks.

'Zarf' means dishes. Use this for the kitchen sink only.

ظرفشویی پر از بشقاب است. (The kitchen sink is full of plates.)

روشویی vs سفیدشویی

Similar sound.

Refers to dry cleaning or bleaching services.

کت را به سفیدشویی دادم. (I gave the coat to the dry cleaners.)

روشویی vs خودرویی

Ends in '-ooyi'.

Relates to cars (khodro).

صنعت خودرویی ایران. (Iran's automotive industry.)

روشویی vs توشویی

Very similar sound.

Refers to cleaning the interior of a car.

ماشین نیاز به توشویی دارد. (The car needs an interior cleaning.)

Structures de phrases

[Noun] [Adjective] ast.

روشویی تمیز است.

Man dar [Noun] [Verb].

من در روشویی می‌شورم.

[Noun]-ye [Material] [Verb].

روشویی سنگی خریدم.

[Noun] be dalil-e [Reason] [Verb].

روشویی به دلیل رسوب گرفته است.

Nasb-e [Noun] niaz be [Skill] darad.

نصب روشویی نیاز به مهارت دارد.

[Noun] dar [Architecture] [Function] mikonad.

روشویی در معماری نقش مهمی ایفا می‌کند.

[Part] [Noun] [State] ast.

شیر روشویی خراب است.

Lotfan [Noun] ra [Verb].

لطفاً روشویی را تمیز کن.

Famille de mots

Noms

شستشو (shost-o-shoo - washing)

شوینده (shooyandeh - detergent)

دستشویی (dastshooyi - restroom)

Verbes

شستن (shostan - to wash)

می‌شویم (mishooyam - I wash)

Adjectifs

شسته (shosteh - washed)

نشسته (nashosteh - unwashed)

Apparenté

آینه (ayeneh - mirror)

شیر آب (shir-e ab - faucet)

صابون (saboon - soap)

حوله (holeh - towel)

مسواک (mesvak - toothbrush)

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Very common in daily household conversation.

Erreurs courantes

Using 'sink' for bathroom. → روشویی (Roshuyi)
'Sink' is specifically for the kitchen in Persian. Using it in the bathroom sounds like a direct translation from English.
Saying 'roshuyi gerefteh' for a toilet clog. → توالت گرفته است (Tovalet gerefteh)
'Roshuyi' is only the sink. If the toilet is clogged, use 'tovalet' or 'dastshuyi'.
Forgetting the 'ye' ezafe. → روشوییِ بزرگ (Roshuyi-ye bozorg)
Persian requires the ezafe connector between a noun and its adjective.
Pronouncing it 'ro-shoo'. → روشویی (Ro-shoo-yi)
The final 'i' is essential for the noun form. 'Roshoo' is not a word.
Confusing 'roshuyi' with 'zarfshuyi'. → Correct word for context.
'Ro' is for face, 'Zarf' is for dishes. Don't wash your face in the 'zarfshuyi'!

Astuces

Learn the Suffix

The suffix '-shuyi' is very productive. Learn it once, and you can understand 'zarfshuyi' (dish washing), 'lebasshuyi' (clothes washing), and 'ghalishuyi' (carpet washing).

Hygiene First

In Iran, the washing area is often the first thing you see in a restroom. Keep the 'roshuyi' clean to impress your Persian guests.

Ezafe Matters

Don't forget the 'ye' when connecting 'roshuyi' to an adjective. Say 'roshuyi-ye sefid' not 'roshuyi sefid'.

Maintenance

If you live in Iran, you'll need the word 'sifun' (trap) for the pipe under the 'roshuyi' when it leaks.

Dimensions

When buying, ask for 'arz' (width) and 'omgh' (depth) of the 'roshuyi' to ensure it fits your bathroom.

Final 'i'

The final 'i' in 'roshuyi' is long. Make sure you don't cut it short, or it might sound like a different word.

Cabinet Sinks

If you have a small bathroom, search for 'roshuyi-ye kabineti' to save space. It's a very common term in modern Iran.

Slippery Surfaces

Be careful with 'roshuyi-ye sangi' (stone sinks) as they can be heavier and require stronger wall mounts.

Offering Help

If a guest asks for the restroom, you can say 'Roshuyi ham anjast' (The sink is also there) to be helpful.

Mirrors

The 'ayeneh' (mirror) is almost always mentioned with 'roshuyi'. They are a pair in Persian interior design.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'RO' as 'Row' (your boat) and 'SHOOYI' as 'Showy'. A 'Row-Showy' sink is a fancy bathroom sink where you 'show' your clean face.

Association visuelle

Imagine a big mirror reflecting a shiny white sink (Roshuyi) with a bar of soap on the edge.

Word Web

Bathroom Water Soap Mirror Clean Ceramic Plumbing Hygiene

Défi

Try to describe your own bathroom sink in Persian using 'roshuyi' and three adjectives (e.g., color, size, material).

Origine du mot

Persian compound word. 'Ro' comes from Middle Persian 'rōy' (face). 'Shuyi' comes from the verb 'shostan', from Middle Persian 'shōstan' (to wash).

Sens originel : A place or act of washing the face.

Indo-European (Indo-Iranian).

Contexte culturel

None, it is a neutral household object.

Unlike the US where 'sink' is universal, Persian speakers are very strict about using 'roshuyi' for the bathroom and 'sink' for the kitchen.

Commonly featured in Iranian 'home tour' videos on social media. Mentioned in modern Iranian architecture blogs. A staple item in any 'Jahiziyeh' (dowry) list for a new bride's home.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Home Maintenance

روشویی چکه می‌کند.
لوله روشویی گرفته است.
باید روشویی را عوض کنیم.
سیفون روشویی خراب است.

Personal Hygiene

دستت را در روشویی بشور.
مسواکم را لبه روشویی گذاشتم.
صورتت را با آب سرد روشویی بشوی.
صابون کنار روشویی است.

Shopping / Renovation

قیمت این روشویی سنگی چند است؟
روشویی کابینتی می‌خواهم.
ابعاد این روشویی چقدر است؟
این روشویی ضمانت دارد؟

Public Places

روشویی کجاست؟
مایع دستشویی کنار روشویی نیست.
یکی از روشویی‌ها خراب است.
لطفاً بعد از استفاده، روشویی را خشک کنید.

Architecture/Design

طراحی روشویی خیلی مدرن است.
روشویی باید با کاشی‌ها ست شود.
نورپردازی بالای روشویی عالی است.
این روشویی جای زیادی می‌گیرد.

Amorces de conversation

"به نظر شما روشویی سنگی بهتر است یا سرامیکی؟ (Do you think a stone sink is better or ceramic?)"

"می‌دانی چطور می‌شود گرفتگی روشویی را باز کرد؟ (Do you know how to unclog a washbasin?)"

"روشویی خانه‌تان را از کجا خریدید؟ (Where did you buy your house's washbasin?)"

"آیا آینه بالای روشویی شما چراغ دارد؟ (Does the mirror above your sink have a light?)"

"چرا آب روشویی اینقدر کم‌فشار است؟ (Why is the sink water pressure so low?)"

Sujets d'écriture

توصیف کنید که روشویی ایده‌آل برای حمام شما چگونه است. (Describe what the ideal washbasin for your bathroom looks like.)

درباره آخرین باری که چیزی در لوله روشویی گیر کرد بنویسید. (Write about the last time something got stuck in the sink pipe.)

تفاوت‌های بین روشویی‌های قدیمی و مدرن را توضیح دهید. (Explain the differences between old and modern washbasins.)

اهمیت نظافت روشویی در سلامت خانواده را بررسی کنید. (Examine the importance of sink cleanliness in family health.)

خاطره‌ای از خرید وسایل خانه و انتخاب روشویی بنویسید. (Write a memory of buying house supplies and choosing a washbasin.)

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

خیر، در زبان فارسی «سینک» معمولاً برای آشپزخانه استفاده می‌شود. برای حمام یا توالت باید از کلمه «روشویی» استفاده کنید تا طبیعی به نظر برسید.

«روشویی» فقط به همان لگن و شیر آب اشاره دارد، اما «دستشویی» می‌تواند به کل اتاق یا حتی خود توالت اشاره کند.

می‌توانید بگویید: «روشویی گرفته است» یا «لوله روشویی مسدود شده است». هر دو جمله درست هستند.

این نوع روشویی دارای یک کمد یا کابینت در زیر خود است که برای نگهداری وسایل بهداشتی استفاده می‌شود.

بله، در خانه‌های قدیمی ایران معمولاً یک روشویی یا شیر آب در حیاط برای شستن دست‌ها وجود دارد.

بیشتر روشویی‌ها از چینی (سرامیک) ساخته می‌شوند، اما مدل‌های سنگی و شیشه‌ای هم محبوب هستند.

می‌توانید از مواد شوینده ملایم و اسفنج استفاده کنید. مراقب باشید که اسیدهای قوی به لعاب روشویی آسیب نزنند.

بله، جمع آن «روشویی‌ها» است. مثلاً: «همه روشویی‌های این هتل تمیز هستند».

به شیری که روی روشویی نصب می‌شود و آب از آن خارج می‌شود، شیر روشویی می‌گویند.

از دو بخش «رو» (به معنی صورت) و «شویی» (از فعل شستن) تشکیل شده است.

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