تلفظ کردن en 30 secondes
- A compound verb meaning 'to pronounce' or 'to articulate' sounds correctly.
- Used in language learning, formal speaking, and everyday corrections of names or words.
- Combines the noun 'talaffoz' (pronunciation) with the light verb 'kardan' (to do).
- Essential for A1 learners to ask 'How do you say this?' in Persian.
The Persian verb تلفظ کردن (talaffoz kardan) is a compound verb that translates to 'to pronounce' or 'to articulate.' At its core, it refers to the physical and linguistic act of producing the specific sounds associated with a word or language. In Persian grammar, this is a 'light verb construction' where the noun 'talaffoz' (pronunciation) is paired with the auxiliary verb 'kardan' (to do/make). Understanding this word is fundamental for any language learner because it describes the very act of speaking correctly. It is not merely about making sound; it is about the precision of phonetics, the placement of the tongue, and the correct emphasis on syllables.
- Phonetic Accuracy
- The term is used when discussing how vowels and consonants are shaped in the mouth to match the standard phonetic rules of Persian.
- Linguistic Context
- It is frequently employed in educational settings, such as classrooms where a teacher might ask a student to repeat a word to ensure they are saying it properly.
لطفاً این کلمه را دوباره تلفظ کنید.
In Persian culture, clear pronunciation is often associated with education and eloquence. While there are many regional dialects, 'talaffoz kardan' usually refers to the 'Standard Persian' (Farsi-ye Me'yar) used in media and formal education. When people use this verb, they are often focusing on the mechanics of speech. For instance, a person might say they find it difficult to pronounce the 'Ghayn' (ق) sound, or they might ask a native speaker to model the pronunciation of a complex poetic term.
او نام مرا اشتباه تلفظ کرد.
Beyond the classroom, you will hear this word in social situations where names or foreign words are involved. If someone has a unique name, they might offer to 'talaffoz kardan' it slowly for others. It is also used when discussing accents. A person might say, 'I can speak the language, but I cannot pronounce the words like a native.' This highlights the distinction between knowing the vocabulary and mastering the physical execution of the sounds.
- Formal Usage
- In formal linguistics, it refers to the realization of phonemes in speech.
چگونه این فعل را تلفظ میکنی؟
The verb is versatile and can be used in the past, present, and future tenses like any other compound verb. Because it is a compound verb, the 'kardan' part changes to reflect the tense and person, while 'talaffoz' remains constant. This makes it relatively easy for beginners to learn once they understand the conjugation of 'kardan.' Whether you are a student asking for help or a professional giving a speech, 'تلفظ کردن' is the essential tool for discussing the sounds of language.
Using تلفظ کردن correctly requires an understanding of how Persian compound verbs function. The noun 'talaffoz' acts as the semantic core, while 'kardan' provides the grammatical framework. In a typical sentence, the object being pronounced (the word, the name, the letter) is usually followed by the postposition 'ra' (را) if it is a specific object.
- Present Continuous
- To say 'I am pronouncing,' you use: 'Man daram talaffoz mikonam.' This indicates an ongoing action.
- Imperative Mood
- When asking someone to pronounce something, you say 'Talaffoz kon' (informal) or 'Talaffoz konid' (formal).
من سعی میکنم کلمات سخت را درست تلفظ کنم.
One interesting aspect of using this verb is the inclusion of adverbs. Since 'correctly' (dorost) or 'incorrectly' (eshtebah) are vital when talking about pronunciation, they often appear right before the verb. For example, 'Eshtebah talaffoz kardan' means to mispronounce. This is a very common phrase in language learning contexts where mistakes are part of the process.
آیا میتوانی این جمله را برای من تلفظ کنی؟
When using the verb in the past tense, you simply change 'kardan' to its past stem 'kard'. 'U talaffoz kard' (He/She pronounced). If you want to talk about a habit in the past, you would use 'talaffoz mikard'. For example, 'When I was a child, I used to pronounce this word incorrectly.' This grammatical flexibility allows for nuanced storytelling and precise communication about linguistic development.
- Negation
- To negate the verb, add the prefix 'na' to the 'kardan' part: 'talaffoz nemikonam' (I do not pronounce).
او هنوز نمیتواند حرف 'ر' را به خوبی تلفظ کند.
Finally, consider the use of the subjunctive mood. After verbs like 'can' (tavanestan) or 'must' (bayad), 'talaffoz kardan' changes to its subjunctive form. 'Bayad talaffoz konam' (I must pronounce). This is essential for giving instructions or expressing necessity in a linguistic context. Mastering these patterns ensures that you can use the word in any conversational or formal situation.
The word تلفظ کردن is ubiquitous in any environment where language is being taught or discussed. If you walk into a Persian language school in Tehran or Los Angeles, you will hear it dozens of times a day. Teachers use it to guide students, and students use it to seek clarification. It is a 'meta-linguistic' word—a word used to talk about language itself.
- Language Apps and Software
- Digital tools often feature a 'Pronunciation' button, which in Persian interfaces is labeled 'تلفظ'. The instructions will often say 'Click here to hear how to pronounce the word.'
- News and Media
- News anchors are expected to have 'fashat' (eloquence) and perfect 'talaffoz'. Sometimes, a segment might discuss the correct way to pronounce a new foreign term or a difficult geographical name.
گوینده اخبار کلمات را بسیار واضح تلفظ میکند.
In social settings, you'll hear it when people are introduced. Persian names can be tricky for non-natives, and Iranians are often very helpful in teaching the correct way to 'talaffoz' their names. You might hear someone say, 'Esme man yek kam sakht talaffoz mishe' (My name is pronounced a bit difficultly). This passive use ('talaffoz shodan') is also quite common when describing how a word sounds generally rather than who is saying it.
در این ویدیو، یاد میگیریم که چطور حروف الفبا را تلفظ کنیم.
Another place you encounter this is in religious contexts, specifically 'Tajwid' (the rules of Quranic recitation). While 'talaffoz' is a general term, in the context of reading the Quran, the precision of pronunciation is a spiritual requirement. Scholars and students will spend years mastering how to 'talaffoz' Arabic letters from the correct part of the throat to ensure the meaning of the holy text remains unchanged.
- Poetry Recitation
- Persian poetry is rhythmic. Reciting Hafez or Rumi requires a specific 'talaffoz' that respects the meter (vazn) of the poem.
او اشعار حافظ را با تلفظ عالی میخواند.
In summary, 'talaffoz kardan' is not just a vocabulary word; it's a gateway to cultural competence. Whether you're in a high-tech office in Tehran or a traditional tea house, the way you pronounce words—and your ability to talk about that process—will significantly impact how you are perceived by native speakers.
One of the most common mistakes learners make with تلفظ کردن is confusing it with other verbs related to speaking, such as 'goftan' (to say) or 'harf zadan' (to talk). While 'goftan' focuses on the content of the message, 'talaffoz kardan' focuses exclusively on the sound production. You don't 'talaffoz' a secret; you 'talaffoz' a word.
- Incorrect Light Verb
- Sometimes learners try to use 'shodan' (to become) instead of 'kardan' when they want to say 'I pronounce.' Remember: 'Talaffoz kardan' is active; 'Talaffoz shodan' is passive (to be pronounced).
- Stress Placement
- In the word 'talaffoz' itself, learners often misplace the stress. The stress should be on the final syllable of the noun part: ta-laf-FOZ.
اشتباه: من این کلمه را تلفظ گفتم.
Another frequent error involves the 'ra' marker. Because 'talaffoz kardan' takes a direct object (the word being pronounced), you must include 'ra' if the word is specific. Forgetting 'ra' makes the sentence sound incomplete to a native ear. For example, 'In kalameh talaffoz kon' is incorrect; it must be 'In kalameh *ra* talaffoz kon.'
اشتباه: او تلفظ خوبی ندارد.
Furthermore, learners sometimes struggle with the double 'f' (tashdid) in 'talaffoz'. In Persian script, the 'f' (ف) has a tashdid, meaning it should be pronounced with a slight hold or emphasis. Skipping this makes the word sound more like 'talafuz' (which can mean 'wasting' in a completely different root). Precision in pronouncing the word 'pronounce' is the first step to mastering the concept!
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Always ensure the 'kardan' part matches the subject. 'Ma talaffoz mikonim' (We pronounce), not 'Ma talaffoz mikonam'.
آیا شما میتوانید این حرف را درست تلفظ کنید؟
Lastly, avoid using 'talaffoz kardan' for non-linguistic sounds. You don't 'talaffoz' a bark or a whistle. It is strictly reserved for human language and the articulation of words and letters. Keeping these distinctions in mind will help you sound more like a native speaker and less like a translation program.
While تلفظ کردن is the most common way to say 'to pronounce,' Persian offers several alternatives depending on the register and specific nuance you want to convey. Understanding these synonyms helps in building a more sophisticated vocabulary.
- Ada Kardan (ادا کردن)
- This literally means 'to perform' or 'to fulfill,' but in a linguistic context, it means to articulate or bring out a sound. It is often used for the physical effort of making a sound. 'Harf ra dorost ada kon' (Articulate the letter correctly).
- Bayan Kardan (بیان کردن)
- This means 'to express' or 'to state.' It is broader than pronunciation and refers to the way an idea or word is delivered. It is more formal and used in literature or formal speeches.
او کلمات را با دقت ادا میکند.
Another related term is 'Goftan' (to say). While simple, it is often used as a shorthand for pronunciation in casual speech. Instead of asking 'How do you pronounce this?', a native might just say 'Ino chetori migi?' (How do you say this?). While 'talaffoz kardan' is more precise, 'goftan' is more common in daily life.
طرز گویش او متفاوت است.
In technical linguistics, you might encounter 'Vaj-gozani' or 'Avakhani', though these are very rare in common speech. For learners, the most important distinction is between 'talaffoz' (the act of pronouncing) and 'lahjeh' (the accent). You can have perfect 'talaffoz' but still have a foreign 'lahjeh'. Conversely, someone might have a native 'lahjeh' but 'talaffoz' a specific technical word incorrectly.
- Comparison Table
- Talaffoz: Focus on sounds. Bayan: Focus on expression. Ada: Focus on physical articulation.
چطور این کلمه را بیان کنیم که تاثیرگذار باشد؟
Finally, the word 'Seda' (sound/voice) is sometimes used in phrases like 'Seda-sh ro dar biar' (Make its sound), which is a very informal way to ask someone to pronounce something, often used with children. However, for any serious study or adult conversation, sticking with 'talaffoz kardan' is your best bet for clarity and correctness.
How Formal Is It?
Le savais-tu ?
The root meaning 'to eject' is why in some old contexts, the word could refer to spitting, though today it is strictly linguistic.
Guide de prononciation
- Pronouncing 'talaffoz' as 'talafuz' (missing the 'o' sound).
- Failing to double the 'f' sound (tashdid).
- Putting the stress on the first syllable.
- Pronouncing the final 'z' (ظ) as a 'th' (like in Arabic) instead of a Persian 'z'.
- Merging the two words into one without a slight break.
Niveau de difficulté
The word is easy to read if you know the 'tashdid' on the 'f'.
The letter 'Zaal' (ظ) can be tricky for beginners to remember among the four 'z' sounds.
The double 'f' followed by 'o' and 'z' requires some mouth agility.
Clearly distinguishable in speech due to the unique 'f-f-o-z' ending.
Quoi apprendre ensuite
Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
Avancé
Grammaire à connaître
Compound Verb Conjugation
In 'تلفظ کردن', only 'کردن' changes: تلفظ میکنم، تلفظ کردی، تلفظ خواهند کرد.
Direct Object Marker 'Ra'
این کلمه را تلفظ کن. (Pronounce this word.)
Subjunctive Mood with Modals
باید تلفظ کنم. (I must pronounce.)
Passive Construction
تلفظ میشود. (It is pronounced.)
Stress on Final Syllable
The stress in 'talaffoz' is on the 'foz' part.
Exemples par niveau
چطور این کلمه را تلفظ میکنی؟
How do you pronounce this word?
Present simple question using 'mikonid' (formal) or 'mikoni' (informal).
لطفاً دوباره تلفظ کنید.
Please pronounce it again.
Imperative formal form 'konid'.
من نمیتوانم این را تلفظ کنم.
I cannot pronounce this.
Negative 'nemitavanam' followed by subjunctive 'talaffoz konam'.
نام من را درست تلفظ کن.
Pronounce my name correctly.
Imperative informal 'kon' with adverb 'dorost'.
او کلمات را آهسته تلفظ میکند.
He pronounces the words slowly.
Present simple with adverb 'ahesteh'.
ما در کلاس تلفظ میکنیم.
We pronounce in the class.
First person plural 'mikonim'.
این حرف چطور تلفظ میشود؟
How is this letter pronounced?
Passive voice 'talaffoz mishavad'.
او نامش را تلفظ کرد.
He pronounced his name.
Simple past 'kard'.
او کلمات فارسی را خیلی خوب تلفظ میکند.
She pronounces Persian words very well.
Adverbial phrase 'kheyli khoob' modifying the verb.
دیروز استاد کلمه جدید را تلفظ کرد.
Yesterday the professor pronounced the new word.
Past tense with time marker 'dirooz'.
باید سعی کنی کلمات را واضح تلفظ کنی.
You must try to pronounce the words clearly.
Modal 'bayad' followed by subjunctive.
آیا او نام شما را اشتباه تلفظ کرد؟
Did he pronounce your name incorrectly?
Past tense question with 'eshtebah'.
من دارم تلفظ کردن را تمرین میکنم.
I am practicing pronouncing.
Present continuous construction.
بچهها کلمات را بلند تلفظ کردند.
The children pronounced the words loudly.
Third person plural past tense.
این کلمه در انگلیسی چطور تلفظ میشود؟
How is this word pronounced in English?
Passive voice with prepositional phrase 'dar Engilisi'.
او همیشه کلمات را با دقت تلفظ میکند.
He always pronounces words carefully.
Adverb 'hamisheh' and 'ba deghat'.
اگر کلمات را درست تلفظ نکنی، کسی نمیفهمد.
If you don't pronounce words correctly, no one will understand.
Conditional sentence with negative subjunctive.
او لهجه دارد اما کلمات را درست تلفظ میکند.
She has an accent but pronounces the words correctly.
Contrastive sentence using 'ama' (but).
میتوانید این جمله را برای من تلفظ کنید؟
Could you pronounce this sentence for me?
Polite request using 'mitavanid'.
تلفظ کردن برخی حروف برای خارجیها سخت است.
Pronouncing some letters is difficult for foreigners.
Gerund-like use of the infinitive 'talaffoz kardan'.
او سعی داشت کلمات را مثل یک بومی تلفظ کند.
He was trying to pronounce the words like a native.
Past progressive 'sa'y dasht' with subjunctive.
در این فرهنگ لغت، کلمات تلفظ شدهاند.
In this dictionary, the words have been pronounced.
Present perfect passive.
چرا این کلمه را اینطور تلفظ کردی؟
Why did you pronounce this word like this?
Question with 'chera' and past tense.
باید روی تلفظ کردن حروف بیشتر کار کنی.
You need to work more on pronouncing the letters.
Prepositional phrase 'ru-ye' followed by infinitive.
او به خاطر تلفظ کردن اشتباه کلمات، خجالت کشید.
He felt embarrassed because of mispronouncing the words.
Causal phrase 'be khatere' followed by infinitive.
گویندگان باید کلمات را بدون نقص تلفظ کنند.
Announcers must pronounce words flawlessly.
Adverbial phrase 'bedune naghs' (without flaw).
این کلمه در لهجههای مختلف، متفاوت تلفظ میشود.
This word is pronounced differently in various dialects.
Passive voice with 'motafavet' (different).
یادگیری نحوه تلفظ کردن صحیح، زمان میبرد.
Learning how to pronounce correctly takes time.
Complex subject phrase using 'nahve-ye' (manner of).
او اصرار داشت که نامش را دقیقاً همانطور که هست تلفظ کنیم.
She insisted that we pronounce her name exactly as it is.
Past tense 'esrar dasht' with 'ke' and subjunctive.
تلفظ کردن کلمات مرکب گاهی چالشبرانگیز است.
Pronouncing compound words is sometimes challenging.
Infinitive as subject with adjective 'chalesh-barangiz'.
او توانست کلمات دشوار را به راحتی تلفظ کند.
He was able to pronounce the difficult words easily.
Past tense 'tavanest' with subjunctive.
آیا فکر میکنی من این را درست تلفظ کردم؟
Do you think I pronounced this correctly?
Embedded question structure.
تلفظ کردن واژگان کهن در اشعار کلاسیک تخصص میخواهد.
Pronouncing ancient vocabulary in classical poems requires expertise.
Formal vocabulary like 'vazhegan-e kohan' (ancient words).
او با ظرافت خاصی کلمات را تلفظ میکرد که شنونده را مجذوب مینمود.
He pronounced the words with a certain elegance that fascinated the listener.
Past continuous with 'zerafat' (elegance) and 'majzoob nemoodan'.
تغییر در نحوه تلفظ کردن کلمات در طول زمان امری طبیعی است.
A change in the way words are pronounced over time is a natural matter.
Abstract noun phrase 'amri tabi'i'.
منتقدان معتقدند که بازیگر نتوانسته دیالوگها را به درستی تلفظ کند.
Critics believe the actor failed to pronounce the dialogues correctly.
Complex reporting verb 'mo'taghedand' (believe).
در این مقاله به بررسی چگونگی تلفظ کردن حروف در سدههای گذشته پرداخته شده است.
This article examines how letters were pronounced in past centuries.
Passive formal structure 'pardakhte shode ast'.
او حتی پیچیدهترین اصطلاحات علمی را به درستی تلفظ میکند.
He pronounces even the most complex scientific terms correctly.
Superlative 'pichide-tarin' (most complex).
تلفظ کردن صحیح نامهای جغرافیایی نشاندهنده احترام به آن فرهنگ است.
Correctly pronouncing geographical names indicates respect for that culture.
Infinitive phrase as a moral/social statement.
او از اینکه دیگران نامش را اشتباه تلفظ کنند، بیزار بود.
He loathed others mispronouncing his name.
Verb 'beezar boodan' (to loathe) with 'az inke'.
تحلیل آواشناختی نشان میدهد که تلفظ کردن این واژه در گویشهای محلی دستخوش تغییر شده است.
Phonetic analysis shows that the pronunciation of this word has undergone changes in local dialects.
High-level terminology like 'tahlil-e avashenakhti' (phonetic analysis).
او با استادی تمام، تفاوتهای ظریف در تلفظ کردن واژههای مشابه را تبیین کرد.
With complete mastery, he explained the subtle differences in pronouncing similar words.
Formal verb 'tabyin kardan' (to explain/elucidate).
تلفظ کردن واژگان با رعایت دقیق مخرج حروف، از ویژگیهای قاریان برجسته است.
Pronouncing vocabulary while strictly observing the point of articulation is a characteristic of prominent reciters.
Technical religious-linguistic term 'makhraj-e horuf'.
در متون کهن، شواهدی از نحوه تلفظ کردن برخی مصوتهای از میان رفته وجود دارد.
In ancient texts, there is evidence of how some lost vowels were pronounced.
Formal structure 'shavahedi az... vojud darad'.
ویژگیهای آکوستیک تلفظ کردن کلمات در محیطهای مختلف متفاوت است.
The acoustic characteristics of pronouncing words differ in various environments.
Scientific term 'vizhegi-ha-ye acoustic'.
او به چنان مهارتی دست یافته که میتواند هر واژهای را با هر لهجهای تلفظ کند.
He has achieved such skill that he can pronounce any word with any accent.
Result clause 'be chenan... ke'.
تلفظ کردن ناصحیح میتواند منجر به سوءتفاهمهای عمیق دیپلماتیک شود.
Incorrect pronunciation can lead to deep diplomatic misunderstandings.
Abstract noun 'su-e-tafahom' (misunderstanding).
پژوهشگران در حال بررسی تاثیرات مغزی تلفظ کردن زبانهای دوم هستند.
Researchers are examining the brain effects of pronouncing second languages.
Present progressive 'dar hal-e baresi' (in the process of examining).
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
— How do you pronounce [it]? Use this to ask for the sound of a word.
این کلمه را چطور تلفظ میکنی؟
— Sorry, I pronounced it wrong. A common apology for learners.
ببخشید، نام شما را اشتباه تلفظ کردم.
— Its pronunciation is hard. Used when a word is a tongue-twister.
تلفظ این کلمه آلمانی خیلی سخته.
— Your pronunciation is excellent! A common compliment for learners.
آفرین، تلفظت واقعاً عالیه!
— Can you pronounce [it] for me? A polite request for help.
این جمله را میتونی برام تلفظ کنی؟
— Tehrani pronunciation. Refers to the dialect of the capital.
او با تلفظ تهرانی صحبت میکند.
— Bookish/Formal pronunciation. Refers to standard written Persian sounds.
در اخبار از تلفظ کتابی استفاده میشود.
— Correct pronunciation. Often found in titles of lessons or books.
راهنمای تلفظ صحیح کلمات فارسی.
Souvent confondu avec
This means 'to waste' or 'to destroy'. One letter difference (the 'f' is not doubled and there is no 'o' sound).
This means 'to make a phone call'. It sounds similar at the start.
This means 'to investigate'. It has a similar rhythmic structure but different letters.
Expressions idiomatiques
— To chew words; to mumble or fail to pronounce clearly.
انقدر کلمات را نجو، واضح حرف بزن!
Informal— To speak with a lisp or from the tip of the tongue.
او کمی نوکزبانی تلفظ میکند.
Neutral— To throw words around; often implies using big words without clear pronunciation or meaning.
فقط دارد لغتپرانی میکند و چیزی نمیفهمیم.
Informal— To stutter or hesitate while trying to pronounce or speak.
وقتی از او سوال کردم، شروع به منمن کردن کرد.
Informal— To speak distinctly and slowly, ensuring every word is pronounced clearly.
او همیشه شمرده شمرده تلفظ میکند.
Neutral— To slip of the tongue; to mispronounce a word accidentally.
مجری وسط برنامه تپق زد.
Neutral— To start speaking (usually for a child or someone who was silent).
کودک بالاخره زبان باز کرد و کلمات را تلفظ کرد.
Neutral— To be passed from mouth to mouth (rumors/words), often changing pronunciation slightly.
این داستان دهان به دهان گشته است.
Neutral— To mutter or whisper under one's breath.
او دعا را زیر لب تلفظ میکرد.
Neutral— To read skipping lines; implies poor pronunciation or attention.
انقدر سریع و بد تلفظ میکرد که انگار یکخط در میان میخواند.
InformalFacile à confondre
Both relate to how someone speaks.
Talaffoz is about specific words/sounds; Lahjeh is the overall regional accent.
او لهجه اصفهانی دارد اما کلمات را درست تلفظ میکند.
Both involve speaking words.
Bayan is about expression and delivery of ideas; Talaffoz is about phonetics.
بیان او بسیار قوی است.
Both involve saying words out loud.
Ghera'at is formal reading or recitation; Talaffoz is just the sound production.
قرائت قرآن با تلفظ صحیح.
Both are language-related actions.
Heji kardan means to spell (letter by letter); Talaffoz kardan means to say the whole word.
میتوانی این کلمه را هجی کنی؟
Very close synonyms.
Ada kardan is more about the physical 'performance' of the sound; Talaffoz is the general term.
او حق مطلب را ادا کرد.
Structures de phrases
[Word] را تلفظ کن.
این را تلفظ کن.
میتوانید [Word] را تلفظ کنید؟
میتوانید نامم را تلفظ کنید؟
او کلمات را [Adverb] تلفظ میکند.
او کلمات را عالی تلفظ میکند.
اگر [Word] را تلفظ کنی، ...
اگر این کلمه را تلفظ کنی، جایزه میگیری.
نحوه تلفظ کردن [Noun] در [Context] ...
نحوه تلفظ کردن واژهها در شعر کلاسیک دشوار است.
او در تلفظ کردن [Letter] مهارت دارد.
او در تلفظ کردن حرف 'خ' مهارت دارد.
تحقیقات پیرامون تلفظ کردن ...
تحقیقات پیرامون تلفظ کردن زبانهای باستانی ادامه دارد.
تلفظ کردن ناصحیح منجر به ...
تلفظ کردن ناصحیح منجر به ابهام در معنا میشود.
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Comment l'utiliser
Very common in educational and formal contexts; moderate in daily casual speech.
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تلفظ گفتن
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تلفظ کردن
You cannot use 'goftan' as the light verb for 'talaffoz'. It must be 'kardan'.
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این کلمه تلفظ کن
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این کلمه را تلفظ کن
The direct object marker 'ra' is needed for specific words.
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Talafuz kardan
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Talaffoz kardan
The vowels are 'a' and 'o', and the 'f' is doubled. Mispronouncing the word for 'pronounce' is a common irony!
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تلفظ شدن (used actively)
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تلفظ کردن
'Shodan' makes it passive. Use 'kardan' when *you* are the one speaking.
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Stress on 'Ta-'
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Stress on '-foz'
Persian words almost always have the stress on the final syllable of the noun.
Astuces
Light Verbs
Remember that 'kardan' is the most common light verb in Persian. Master its conjugation and you can use hundreds of verbs like 'talaffoz kardan'.
Double the F
The 'f' in 'talaffoz' has a tashdid. It's like the 'f' in 'off-fall'. Hold it for a split second longer.
Asking for Help
Iranians love when you try to get the pronunciation right. Don't be shy to ask 'Talaffozam doroste?' (Is my pronunciation correct?).
Synonym Choice
Use 'talaffoz kardan' for general use, but switch to 'ada kardan' if you want to sound a bit more sophisticated about phonetics.
The Letter Zaal
The 'z' in 'talaffoz' is 'ظ'. It's the one with a stick and a dot. It's distinct from 'ز', 'ذ', and 'ض' in writing, though they sound the same.
Context Clues
If you hear 'talaffoz', the speaker is almost certainly talking about a language or a name.
The 'Foz' Force
Imagine you are using 'Force' (Foz) to push the word out of your mouth correctly.
Standard Farsi
When people talk about 'correct talaffoz', they usually mean the Tehran standard used in schools.
App Icons
Look for the word 'تلفظ' next to speaker icons in Persian apps to hear audio.
Shadowing
Try 'shadowing' (repeating immediately) after a native speaker to improve your talaffoz.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Think of 'Tele-Phone' (sound from far) + 'Fuzz'. You are clearing the 'Fuzz' from the sound to 'Talaffoz' it correctly.
Association visuelle
Imagine a pair of lips (the 'L' in talaffoz) pushing out a puff of air (the 'F' sound) to make a clear 'Z' sound at the end.
Word Web
Défi
Try to say 'Talaffoz kardan' five times fast without tripping over the 'f' and 'z' sounds. This will help your tongue get used to the geminated 'f'.
Origine du mot
The word 'talaffoz' comes from the Arabic root L-F-Z (ل ف ظ), which relates to throwing out, ejecting, or uttering. In Arabic, 'talaffuz' is the verbal noun of the fifth form.
Sens originel : To cast out or to eject from the mouth; hence, to utter a sound.
Semitic (Arabic) root integrated into Indo-European (Persian) grammar.Contexte culturel
Be polite when correcting someone's talaffoz; Iranians are generally very encouraging but value their language's beauty.
English speakers often struggle with the Persian 'r' (which is tapped) and the 'gh/q' sound. Using the verb 'talaffoz kardan' is the first step in acknowledging these difficulties.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Language Classroom
- تلفظ من چطور است؟
- لطفاً این کلمه را تلفظ کنید.
- تلفظ این حرف سخت است.
- تلفظ صحیح چیست؟
Meeting New People
- نام شما چطور تلفظ میشود؟
- ببخشید اگر نامتان را اشتباه تلفظ کردم.
- تلفظ نام من اینگونه است...
- میتوانید دوباره تلفظ کنید؟
Giving a Presentation
- باید کلمات را واضح تلفظ کنم.
- او با تلفظ عالی سخنرانی کرد.
- تلفظ نامهای علمی مهم است.
- سعی میکنم شمرده تلفظ کنم.
Using a Translation App
- دکمه تلفظ کجاست؟
- تلفظ صوتی را پخش کن.
- این برنامه تلفظ خوبی دارد.
- تلفظ آفلاین در دسترس است.
Reading Poetry
- تلفظ کلمات در شعر متفاوت است.
- او با تلفظی زیبا شعر میخواند.
- رعایت تلفظ در وزن شعر ضروری است.
- تلفظ قدیمی واژهها.
Amorces de conversation
"آیا تلفظ من در زبان فارسی قابل فهم است؟ (Is my Persian pronunciation understandable?)"
"سختترین کلمه برای تلفظ کردن در زبان شما چیست؟ (What is the hardest word to pronounce in your language?)"
"چطور میتوانم تلفظ حرف 'ق' را بهتر کنم؟ (How can I improve the pronunciation of the letter 'Qaf'?)"
"آیا لهجههای مختلف در ایران تلفظ کلمات را خیلی تغییر میدهند؟ (Do different dialects in Iran change word pronunciation much?)"
"کدام کلمه فارسی را بیشتر از همه دوست داری تلفظ کنی؟ (Which Persian word do you like pronouncing the most?)"
Sujets d'écriture
امروز کدام کلمه جدید را یاد گرفتی که تلفظش برایت سخت بود؟ (Which new word did you learn today that was hard to pronounce?)
درباره زمانی بنویس که یک کلمه را اشتباه تلفظ کردی و اتفاق جالبی افتاد. (Write about a time you mispronounced a word and something interesting happened.)
چرا تلفظ کردن صحیح کلمات در یادگیری زبان اهمیت دارد؟ (Why is correct pronunciation important in language learning?)
اهداف خود را برای بهتر کردن تلفظ فارسی در ماه آینده بنویسید. (Write your goals for improving your Persian pronunciation next month.)
تفاوت تلفظ نام خود را در زبان فارسی و انگلیسی توصیف کنید. (Describe the difference in pronouncing your name in Persian and English.)
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsWhile mostly used for words, it can also apply to individual letters (phonemes) or full sentences. It does not apply to non-human sounds.
The noun 'talaffoz' is Arabic in origin, but the compound verb 'talaffoz kardan' is purely Persian in its grammar.
You say 'eshtebah talaffoz kardan' (literally: to pronounce wrongly).
Talaffoz is the specific sound of a word. Lahjeh is your accent (e.g., American accent, Tehrani accent).
In casual speech, people often just use 'goftan' (to say). For example: 'Ino chetori migi?'
You can say: 'Lotfan dobareh talaffoz konid' (Please pronounce it again).
No, the 'z' (ظ) is fully pronounced as a standard 'z' sound in Persian.
Only if you are talking about the lyrics and how the singer says the words, not the melody itself.
It is considered A1 because it is an essential 'survival' word for language learners to ask for help.
In 'talaffoz kard', the stress is still on the 'kard' part, and 'talaffoz' keeps its internal stress on 'foz'.
Teste-toi 200 questions
Write a sentence asking someone to pronounce their name.
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Translate: 'I am practicing my pronunciation.'
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Write a sentence using 'eshtebah' and 'talaffoz kard'.
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Write a sentence about a teacher pronouncing a new word.
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Describe why clear pronunciation is important (in Persian).
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Translate: 'How is this letter pronounced in your dialect?'
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Write a formal request for someone to pronounce a poem.
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Use 'ada kardan' in a sentence about a difficult sound.
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Write about the history of a word's pronunciation (briefly).
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Translate: 'Flawless pronunciation is a sign of eloquence.'
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Write a dialogue between a student and a teacher about 'Qaf'.
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Translate: 'I tried to pronounce it like a native speaker.'
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Write a sentence using the passive voice 'talaffoz mishavad'.
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Translate: 'Don't worry about mispronouncing.'
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Write a sentence using 'bayad' and 'talaffoz konam'.
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Describe a news anchor's speech using 'talaffoz'.
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Translate: 'Is there a difference in pronunciation?'
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Write a sentence about a child learning to speak.
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Translate: 'The acoustic features of pronunciation.'
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Write a sentence using 'talaffoz-napazir'.
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Say 'تلفظ کردن' three times clearly.
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Ask 'How do you pronounce this word?' in Persian.
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Say 'I cannot pronounce your name.'
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Tell someone 'Please pronounce it slowly.'
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Say 'My pronunciation is not good.'
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Explain that you are practicing Persian pronunciation.
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Ask 'Is my pronunciation correct?'
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Say 'He pronounced the word incorrectly.'
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Pronounce the letter 'Qaf' (ق) correctly.
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Say 'I want to improve my pronunciation.'
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Describe a difficult word to pronounce.
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Say 'Announcers must speak clearly.'
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Ask for the Tehrani pronunciation of a word.
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Say 'I am listening to your pronunciation.'
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Tell a child 'Pronounce after me.'
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Discuss the difference between 'Ghayn' and 'Qaf'.
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Say 'This word is hard to pronounce.'
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Request: 'Can you pronounce this poem for me?'
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Say 'I loathe mispronunciation.'
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Explain a phonetic rule in Persian.
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Listen to the word 'تلفظ' and identify the stress.
Which word did the speaker say: 'تلفظ' or 'تلفن'?
Did the speaker say 'mikonam' or 'kardam' after 'talaffoz'?
Identify the adverb: 'او کلمه را *آهسته* تلفظ کرد.'
Is the speaker asking a question or making a statement?
How many times did the speaker say 'talaffoz' in the paragraph?
Did the speaker say 'dorost' or 'eshtebah'?
Listen to the geminated 'f'. Is it doubled correctly?
What word is being pronounced in the recording?
Is the tone formal or informal?
Identify the subject: 'ما کلمات را تلفظ میکنیم.'
Listen to the passive voice: 'تلفظ میشود'. What is the tense?
What is the speaker's emotion when they say 'Talaffozet aliye!'?
Did the speaker say 'Lahjeh' or 'Talaffoz'?
Identify the object: 'نام من را تلفظ کن.'
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Summary
The verb 'تلفظ کردن' is the standard way to discuss the mechanics of speech in Persian. It is a compound verb used to describe the production of sounds. For example, 'In kalameh ra chetor talaffoz mikoni?' helps you learn the correct sound of any new word.
- A compound verb meaning 'to pronounce' or 'to articulate' sounds correctly.
- Used in language learning, formal speaking, and everyday corrections of names or words.
- Combines the noun 'talaffoz' (pronunciation) with the light verb 'kardan' (to do).
- Essential for A1 learners to ask 'How do you say this?' in Persian.
Light Verbs
Remember that 'kardan' is the most common light verb in Persian. Master its conjugation and you can use hundreds of verbs like 'talaffoz kardan'.
Double the F
The 'f' in 'talaffoz' has a tashdid. It's like the 'f' in 'off-fall'. Hold it for a split second longer.
Asking for Help
Iranians love when you try to get the pronunciation right. Don't be shy to ask 'Talaffozam doroste?' (Is my pronunciation correct?).
Synonym Choice
Use 'talaffoz kardan' for general use, but switch to 'ada kardan' if you want to sound a bit more sophisticated about phonetics.
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