मतलब
An exclamation of extreme surprise, shock, or amazement.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Tehran, using 'Pashmam' is a way to signal that you are 'up to date'. It's part of a larger set of 'body-based' slang including 'Dahan-service' (mouth-serviced/exhausted) and 'Kalam dagh kard' (my head got hot). On 'Farsi Twitter' (X), 'Pashmam' is often used ironically or to mock someone's over-the-top story. It's the equivalent of the 'flushed face' emoji 😳. Older Iranians (born before 1970) might find this word 'chaleh-meydooni' (low-class). They prefer 'La elaha ella Allah' (There is no god but God) to express shock. Ten years ago, 'Pashmam' was mostly used by men. Today, it is completely gender-neutral among people under 30, though some women still prefer 'Bergaam' (My leaves) as a 'softer' alternative.
Know your audience
Never use this with someone you call 'Shoma'. It's a 'To' (informal you) word only.
The 'Rikht' addition
If you want to sound more natural, add 'rikht' (fell) at the end: 'Pashmam rikht!'
मतलब
An exclamation of extreme surprise, shock, or amazement.
Know your audience
Never use this with someone you call 'Shoma'. It's a 'To' (informal you) word only.
The 'Rikht' addition
If you want to sound more natural, add 'rikht' (fell) at the end: 'Pashmam rikht!'
Social Media
If you see something cool on Instagram, just comment 'Pashmam' with a few shock emojis. It's the ultimate native-like comment.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the blank with the correct slang form to show shock.
دیدی چقدر سریع رفت؟ _________ ریخت!
The phrase 'Pashmam rikht' is the standard way to say 'I was shocked'.
Which situation is appropriate for saying 'Pashmam'?
In which of these scenarios should you use 'Pashmam'?
'Pashmam' is slang and only suitable for informal situations with peers.
Complete the dialogue.
A: شنیدی قیمت آیفون شده ۱۰۰ میلیون؟ B: _________! مگه سر گردنهست؟
Reacting to a shocking price requires an exclamation of surprise.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
When to use Pashmam
Safe
- • Friends
- • Gaming
- • Social Media
- • Siblings
Danger
- • Boss
- • Grandparents
- • Interviews
- • Teachers
अभ्यास बैंक
3 अभ्यासدیدی چقدر سریع رفت؟ _________ ریخت!
The phrase 'Pashmam rikht' is the standard way to say 'I was shocked'.
In which of these scenarios should you use 'Pashmam'?
'Pashmam' is slang and only suitable for informal situations with peers.
A: شنیدی قیمت آیفون شده ۱۰۰ میلیون؟ B: _________! مگه سر گردنهست؟
Reacting to a shocking price requires an exclamation of surprise.
🎉 स्कोर: /3
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
4 सवालNot exactly, but it's 'dirty' enough that you shouldn't say it in polite company. It's like 'Holy crap'.
Yes, it's very common for girls to use it now, though some prefer 'Bergaam' (My leaves).
They will think you are very rude or have no 'Khanevadeh' (family/upbringing). Don't do it!
Yes, use 'Vaghean ta'ajob kardam' (I was really surprised).
संबंधित मुहावरे
برگام
similarMy leaves (I'm shocked)
پشمام ریخت
builds onMy wool fell off
ایول
similarNice! / Bravo!
برگریزون
specialized formLeaf-shedding
