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پختن

pokhtan
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व्याख्या پختن in your Level:
At the A1 level, 'پختن' (Pokhtan) is introduced as a basic action verb related to daily life and the home. Learners focus on the literal meaning: to cook food. You will use it in simple sentences like 'I cook dinner' or 'My mom bakes bread.' The primary challenge here is memorizing the past stem 'Pokht' and the present stem 'Paz'. You don't need to worry about metaphors yet. Just think of it as the word you use when heat meets food. You'll often see it in the context of 'Ashpaz-khaneh' (kitchen) and 'Ghaza' (food). Key phrases include 'Ghaza pokhtan' (to cook food) and 'Nan pokhtan' (to bake bread). At this stage, learners should practice the simple present tense ('mipazam') and simple past ('pokhtam') to describe their daily routines. Understanding that 'Pokhtan' requires an object (you cook *something*) is also vital for basic sentence structure.
At the A2 level, you begin to expand your use of 'پختن' to include more specific culinary contexts and basic compound words. You'll learn about 'Ashpazi' (cooking as a noun/hobby) and 'Ashpaz' (a cook). You start to distinguish between 'Pokhtan' and other verbs like 'Sorkh kardan' (to fry). You also encounter the passive form 'Pokhteh shodan' (to be cooked), which is useful for describing food on a table: 'In morgh khoob pokhteh shodeh' (This chicken is well cooked). You might also start using it to describe the ripening of simple fruits. The focus is on increasing the variety of objects you can 'cook' and using the verb in more complex sentences with conjunctions like 'va' (and) or 'chon' (because). For example: 'I am cooking rice because my friends are coming.' You also start to recognize the present stem 'paz' in household items like 'Zood-paz' (pressure cooker).
पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें
By B1, you move beyond the kitchen. While you still use 'پختن' for cooking, you begin to encounter its metaphorical uses in common idioms and everyday speech. You learn that a person can be 'Pokhteh' (mature/experienced). You might hear someone say, 'He has become cooked in this job,' meaning he has gained a lot of experience. You also start to use the verb in more complex tenses, such as the present perfect ('Pokhteh-am' - I have cooked) and the past continuous ('Mipokhtam' - I was cooking). You begin to understand the nuance between 'Pokhtan' and 'Tabkh kardan' (the formal version). You can follow a simple recipe in Persian and explain the steps using 'Pokhtan'. You also learn the noun 'Pokht-o-paz' to describe the general chore of cooking and cleaning in a house. Your sentences become more descriptive, using adverbs like 'slowly' (be aram-i) or 'well' (khoob) to describe how something is cooked.
पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें
At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'پختن' and its derivatives with nuance and precision. You understand the cultural significance of the word in Persian hospitality. You can discuss the 'ripening' of ideas or plans ('Naghsheh pokhtan'). You are comfortable using the verb in the subjunctive mood ('Mikhaham bepazam' - I want to cook) and in conditional sentences ('Agar bepazi...' - If you cook...). You also start to recognize the word in more formal contexts, such as news reports about 'cooking up' policies or social issues. You can engage in a debate about the best way to 'cook' a certain dish, using technical culinary terms. You also understand the negative connotations of being 'Kham' (raw/naive) as the direct opposite of 'Pokhteh'. Your vocabulary includes related terms like 'Pazandeh' (cooker/baker) and you can distinguish between different types of 'cooking' across various Iranian provinces.
पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें
At the C1 level, 'پختن' becomes a tool for sophisticated expression and literary analysis. You can appreciate the use of the word in classical Persian poetry (like Rumi or Saadi), where the 'cooking' of the soul is a central theme. You understand the deep philosophical implications of 'Pokhteh shodan' as a process of spiritual alchemy—transforming the 'raw' ego into a 'cooked' or enlightened state. You can use the word in academic or professional writing to describe the maturation of a theory or the long-term development of a social movement. You are aware of rare or archaic uses of the verb and can identify its roots in Middle Persian. You can also use the word in complex idiomatic expressions with ease, such as 'Ash-i baraye kasi pokhtan' (to cook up trouble for someone). Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker in terms of register and context.
पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें
At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of 'پختن' in all its dimensions. You can use it to convey subtle irony, deep philosophical truths, or precise technical information. You can analyze the etymological evolution of the 'P-Z' root in Indo-European languages and its specific development in the Iranian plateau. You can write essays or give lectures on the 'Sociology of Pokhtan' in Iranian culture, exploring how the act of cooking defines social structures and gender roles. You can play with the word in creative writing, using it as a metaphor for the heat of passion, the pressure of time, or the refinement of art. You understand every possible connotation, from the literal baking of 'Nan-e Sangak' to the metaphorical 'cooking' of the universe in mystical thought. The word is no longer just a verb to you; it is a conceptual lens through which you can view and describe the world.
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پختن 30 सेकंड में

  • Primary meaning: To cook or bake food using heat.
  • Present stem is 'Paz', past stem is 'Pokht'.
  • Metaphorically means to mature, ripen, or gain experience.
  • Essential for daily conversation, recipes, and literature.

The Persian verb پختن (Pokhtan) is a foundational pillar of the Persian language, primarily signifying the act of cooking or baking. At its most basic level, it describes the chemical and physical transformation of raw ingredients into edible food through the application of heat. However, in the rich tapestry of Persian linguistics, Pokhtan transcends the kitchen. It originates from the Middle Persian 'puzan' and is cognate with the Sanskrit 'pacati'. This word represents not just a culinary action, but a process of maturation, refinement, and preparation. When you use this word, you are describing a transition from a raw, unusable state to a finished, useful, or 'ripe' state.

Literal Meaning
To cook, to bake, or to boil food until ready.
Metaphorical Meaning
To mature, to gain experience, or to reach a state of readiness in character or planning.
Grammar Note
It is a transitive verb, meaning it usually takes a direct object (what is being cooked).

مادرم دارد برای شام برنج می‌پزد.

Translation: My mother is cooking rice for dinner.

In Persian culture, food is central to hospitality, and thus پختن is a word heard daily in every household. It covers everything from baking bread in a traditional 'Tanur' to simmering a complex 'Ghormeh Sabzi' for hours. The word implies a level of care and time. Unlike the English 'to cook' which can sometimes be quick, Pokhtan often carries the weight of tradition and the patience required for Persian cuisine.

نانوا نان را در تنور پخت.

The baker baked the bread in the oven.

Furthermore, the word is used to describe the ripening of fruit. When a melon is 'پخته' (Pokhteh), it is sweet and ready to eat. This leads into the philosophical use of the word: a person who is 'پخته' is someone who has seen the world, learned from their mistakes, and is no longer 'raw' (خام - Kham) or naive. This duality between the physical act of cooking and the spiritual act of maturing is a hallmark of Persian literature, especially in the works of Rumi and Saadi.

او در سختی‌های زندگی پخته شده است.

Translation: He has become mature (cooked) through the hardships of life.
Related Noun
پخت‌وپز (Pokht-o-paz) - The general activity of cooking/housework.
Opposite Concept
خام بودن (Kham boodan) - To be raw, inexperienced, or unripe.

Using پختن correctly requires understanding its conjugation and its specific nuances in different contexts. As a classic Persian verb, it follows the standard pattern of having a past stem (پخت - Pokht) and a present stem (پز - Paz). Mastering these two stems is the key to unlocking its use across all tenses.

1. The Culinary Context

In the kitchen, Pokhtan is the go-to verb for any heat-based preparation. Whether you are boiling, baking, or stewing, this verb applies. However, it is often replaced in casual speech by 'Dorost kardan' (to make) or 'Gozashtan' (to put on the stove). For example, 'Ghaza gozashtam' implies you've started the cooking process.

Present Continuous
دارم می‌پزم (Dāram mipazam) - I am cooking.
Past Simple
پختم (Pokhtam) - I cooked.
Future
خواهم پخت (Khāham pokht) - I will cook (Formal).

فردا برای مهمان‌ها کباب می‌پزیم.

Translation: Tomorrow we will cook kebab for the guests.

2. The Metaphorical Context

One of the most beautiful aspects of Persian is how culinary terms describe human growth. To describe someone as 'پخته' (Pokhteh) is a high compliment. It suggests they are wise, stable, and seasoned by life. Conversely, 'خام' (Kham - raw) is used for someone naive or impulsive. You will often hear the phrase 'هنوز پخته نشده' (He/she isn't cooked yet) to mean they haven't learned their lesson or aren't ready for a responsibility.

3. Passive Voice Usage

In Persian, the passive is formed using the past participle + 'shodan'. So, 'پخته شدن' (Pokhteh shodan) means 'to be cooked' or 'to ripen'. This is used for food ('The meat is cooked') and for people ('He became mature').

میوه‌ها در آفتاب پخته شدند.

The fruits ripened (were cooked) in the sun.

When discussing plans or ideas, you might hear 'این فکر هنوز پخته نیست' (This idea is not yet cooked/mature), meaning it needs more development. This versatility makes پختن a high-frequency verb that appears in both A1 level kitchen talk and C2 level philosophical discourse.

The verb پختن echoes through various spheres of Iranian life. From the bustling 'Bazaars' to the quietest home kitchens, and even in the corridors of power, this word carries significant weight. Understanding the environment in which it is used helps in grasping its socio-cultural nuances.

1. The Domestic Sphere

In a typical Iranian home, the question 'Emrooz chi mipazi?' (What are you cooking today?) is a standard greeting between family members. It’s not just about nutrition; it’s about the labor of love that goes into Persian stews. You will hear it in the context of recipes, cooking shows, and family gatherings.

Kitchen Dialogue
شعله را کم کن تا گوشت خوب بپزد (Lower the flame so the meat cooks well).
Bakery (Nanvaee)
شاطر نان‌ها را خیلی خوب پخته است (The baker has baked the breads very well).

بوی نان تازه که در حال پختن است، تمام کوچه را پر کرده.

The smell of fresh bread being baked has filled the whole alley.

2. Literature and Poetry

Iran is a land of poets, and Pokhtan is a favorite metaphor. Rumi famously said: 'حاصل عمرم سه سخن بیش نیست: خام بودم، پخته شدم، سوختم' (The result of my life is no more than three words: I was raw, I became cooked, I was burnt). Here, 'cooked' represents the stage of spiritual enlightenment and experience. You will hear this quoted in academic settings or deep conversations about life.

3. Media and News

In political or social commentary, you might hear about 'پختن یک توطئه' (cooking up a conspiracy) or 'پختن یک طرح' (maturing a plan). Journalists use it to describe the development of a situation that has been 'simmering' for a while.

دولت در حال پختن طرحی برای کنترل تورم است.

The government is 'cooking up' (developing) a plan to control inflation.

Whether you are ordering 'Nan-e Sangak' or discussing the maturity of a business deal, پختن provides the linguistic framework for describing anything that requires time, heat (literal or metaphorical), and transformation.

For learners of Persian, پختن presents a few hurdles, primarily due to its irregular present stem and its specific usage compared to other 'preparation' verbs. Avoiding these common pitfalls will make your Persian sound much more natural.

1. Stem Confusion

The most frequent error is using the past stem 'Pokht' for present tenses. Beginners often say من می‌پختم (Man mipokhtam) when they mean 'I am cooking' (which actually means 'I used to cook').

Wrong
من دارم برنج می‌پختم (Incorrect stem usage).
Right
من دارم برنج می‌پزم (Correct present stem 'paz').

2. Overusing 'Pokhtan' for Boiling

In English, we 'cook' pasta by boiling it. In Persian, if you are specifically talking about the water reaching boiling point, use 'Jooshidan' (to boil). Use 'Pokhtan' for the entire process of making the food ready. Don't say آب می‌پزد (The water is cooking); say 'Ab joosh mi-ayad' (The water is coming to a boil).

3. Confusion with 'Dorost Kardan'

While 'Dorost kardan' (to make/fix) is used for cooking food, it is a general term. 'Pokhtan' is specific to the heat process. If you are making a salad (no heat), you cannot use 'Pokhtan'. You must use 'Dorost kardan' or 'Amadeh kardan'.

Incorrect: من سالاد می‌پزم.

Correct: من سالاد درست می‌کنم (I am making a salad).

4. Transitive vs. Intransitive

'Pokhtan' is transitive. If you want to say 'The food is cooking' (intransitive), you should use the passive form 'Pokhteh shodan' or the intransitive verb 'Pazidan' (though 'Pokhteh shodan' is much more common).

To truly master پختن, it’s helpful to understand the constellation of related verbs and nouns that surround the concept of cooking and preparation in Persian. This will help you choose the most precise word for every situation.

1. Tabkh Kardan (طبخ کردن)

This is a more formal, Arabic-rooted synonym for 'Pokhtan'. You will see it on restaurant menus, in formal cookbooks, or in historical texts. While 'Pokhtan' is used at home, 'Tabkh' sounds professional and culinary.

Example
این ماهی به روش سنتی طبخ شده است (This fish has been cooked in a traditional way).

2. Dam Kardan (دم کردن)

This is a crucial verb in Persian cuisine. It refers to the final stage of cooking rice or tea where it is left to steam slowly. You 'Pokhtan' the rice in water first, but the magic happens when you 'Dam kardan' it. Using 'Pokhtan' for tea would sound very strange; tea is always 'Dam kardan'.

چای هنوز دم نکشیده است.

The tea hasn't steeped/brewed yet.

3. Sorkh Kardan (سرخ کردن)

This means 'to fry'. If you are specifically frying something in oil, 'Sorkh kardan' is more precise than 'Pokhtan'.

4. Amadeh Kardan (آماده کردن)

Meaning 'to prepare'. This is the umbrella term that includes washing, chopping, and cooking. If you are doing the 'prep work', use this verb.

Comparison
Pokhtan: Heat-based cooking.
Dorost Kardan: General making (can be salad or soup).
Amadeh Kardan: Getting everything ready.

By distinguishing between these terms, you can describe the entire Persian culinary process—from 'Amadeh kardan' (preparation) to 'Sorkh kardan' (frying), 'Pokhtan' (cooking), and finally 'Dam kardan' (steaming)—with the precision of a native speaker.

How Formal Is It?

कठिनाई स्तर

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Present Stem vs. Past Stem

Passive voice with 'shodan'

Subjunctive mood with 'be-' prefix

Compound nouns (Dast-pokht)

Transitive verb object marking with 'ra'

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स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

من نان می‌پزم.

I bake bread.

Simple present tense using the stem 'paz'.

2

مادرم شام می‌پزد.

My mother is cooking dinner.

The subject 'Madaram' is 3rd person singular.

3

آیا تو برنج می‌پزی؟

Do you cook rice?

Interrogative sentence in the present tense.

4

او دیروز مرغ پخت.

He/she cooked chicken yesterday.

Simple past tense using the stem 'pokht'.

5

ما در آشپزخانه می‌پزیم.

We cook in the kitchen.

1st person plural present tense.

6

آنها سیب‌زمینی می‌پزند.

They are cooking potatoes.

3rd person plural present tense.

7

من دوست دارم بپزم.

I like to cook.

Subjunctive mood after 'doost daram'.

8

کیک را بپز!

Bake the cake!

Imperative mood (command).

1

این گوشت خوب پخته شده است.

This meat is well cooked.

Passive voice: past participle + shodan.

2

او همیشه غذای خوشمزه می‌پزد.

He always cooks delicious food.

Use of the adverb 'hamisheh' (always).

3

باید برای مهمان‌ها پلو بپزیم.

We must cook pilaf for the guests.

Use of the modal 'bayad' (must) + subjunctive.

4

خورشت در حال پختن است.

The stew is currently cooking.

Present continuous structure 'dar hal-e'.

5

آیا می‌توانی نان بپزی؟

Can you bake bread?

Modal 'mitavani' (can) + subjunctive.

6

او میوه‌ها را برای مربا پخت.

She cooked the fruits for jam.

Simple past with a purpose preposition 'baraye'.

7

ما هر شب با هم می‌پزیم.

We cook together every night.

Present tense indicating habit.

8

این نان هنوز نپخته است.

This bread is not yet cooked/baked.

Negative present perfect.

1

او در این کار خیلی پخته شده است.

He has become very experienced (cooked) in this job.

Metaphorical use of 'pokhteh' for experience.

2

وقتی رسیدم، او داشت غذا می‌پخت.

When I arrived, he was cooking food.

Past continuous tense.

3

این میوه‌ها در آفتاب پخته‌اند.

These fruits have ripened in the sun.

Metaphorical use for ripening.

4

او برای ما یک آش خوشمزه پخته است.

She has cooked a delicious soup for us.

Present perfect tense.

5

باید صبر کنی تا فکرت پخته شود.

You must wait until your idea matures (is cooked).

Metaphorical use for an idea.

6

او از صبح در حال پخت‌وپز است.

She has been busy with cooking/housework since morning.

Use of the compound noun 'pokht-o-paz'.

7

اگر زودتر می‌آمدی، با هم می‌پختیم.

If you had come sooner, we would have cooked together.

Conditional type 2.

8

این رستوران غذاهایش را عالی می‌پزد.

This restaurant cooks its food excellently.

Adverbial use of 'ali' (excellent).

1

او در کوره حوادث پخته شده است.

He has been tempered (cooked) in the furnace of events.

Advanced metaphorical idiom.

2

طرحی که پخته بودیم، با موفقیت اجرا شد.

The plan we had 'cooked up' was successfully executed.

Past perfect tense.

3

او با پختن این نقشه، همه را غافلگیر کرد.

By cooking up this plot, he surprised everyone.

Gerund-like use of the infinitive.

4

تجربه، انسان را پخته می‌کند.

Experience makes a person mature (cooked).

Causative-like structure with 'mikonad'.

5

گوشت باید با حرارت ملایم بپزد.

The meat must cook with gentle heat.

Technical culinary instruction.

6

او سال‌هاست که به پخت‌وپز مشغول است.

She has been busy with cooking for years.

Present perfect continuous sense.

7

فکر نمی‌کنم این میوه هنوز پخته باشد.

I don't think this fruit is ripe yet.

Subjunctive after 'fekr nemikonam'.

8

او در حال پختن یک سخنرانی عالی است.

He is 'cooking up' (preparing) a great speech.

Metaphorical use for creative work.

1

سخن پخته، نشان از عقلی سلیم دارد.

Mature (cooked) speech indicates a sound mind.

Adjectival use in a formal/philosophical context.

2

او در آتش عشق پخته و گداخته شد.

He became cooked and melted in the fire of love.

Sufi/Mystical literary metaphor.

3

این نظریه هنوز به قدر کافی پخته نیست.

This theory is not yet sufficiently mature.

Academic metaphorical use.

4

او با مهارتی خاص، ماهی را طبخ و پخت.

With special skill, he prepared and cooked the fish.

Using 'tabkh' and 'pokht' together for emphasis.

5

جامعه هنوز برای این تغییر پخته نشده است.

Society is not yet 'ripe' (cooked) for this change.

Sociological metaphorical use.

6

او در غربت پخته شد و به وطن بازگشت.

He matured in exile and returned to his homeland.

Describing character development.

7

باید اجازه داد تا زمان، این بحران را بپزد.

One must allow time to 'cook' (resolve/mature) this crisis.

Abstract metaphorical use.

8

او با پختن یک آش سیاسی، رقیبان را دور زد.

By cooking up a political 'stew', he bypassed his rivals.

Political idiom.

1

عارف در کوره ریاضت، جان خویش را می‌پزد.

The mystic 'cooks' his soul in the furnace of asceticism.

High literary/mystical register.

2

این اثر هنری، حاصل سال‌ها پختگی و تامل است.

This artwork is the result of years of maturity and reflection.

Noun 'pokhtegi' (maturity).

3

او در پختن کلمات و جملات، استادی بی‌بدیل است.

He is an unrivaled master in 'cooking' (crafting) words and sentences.

Metaphor for linguistic craftsmanship.

4

تاریخ، ملت‌ها را در تنور حوادث می‌پزد.

History 'cooks' nations in the oven of events.

Grand historical metaphor.

5

او با نگاهی پخته، به جهان می‌نگرد.

He looks at the world with a mature (cooked) gaze.

Describing a state of being.

6

پختن یک استراتژی کلان، نیازمند هوشی سرشار است.

Cooking up (developing) a macro strategy requires abundant intelligence.

Formal business/military context.

7

او در بوته آزمایش، پخته و آبدیده گشت.

He became mature and tempered in the crucible of testing.

Idiomatic expression for resilience.

8

این میوه معرفت، تنها در باغ تجربه می‌پزد.

This fruit of knowledge only ripens in the garden of experience.

Philosophical allegory.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

غذا پختن (Ghaza pokhtan)
نان پختن (Nan pokhtan)
برنج پختن (Berenj pokhtan)
آش پختن (Ash pokhtan)
کیک پختن (Cake pokhtan)
خوب پختن (Khoob pokhtan)
آرام پختن (Aram pokhtan)
نقشه پختن (Naghsheh pokhtan)
طرح پختن (Tarh pokhtan)
میوه پختن (Miveh pokhtan)

सामान्य वाक्यांश

چی می‌پزی؟ (What are you cooking?)
دست‌پخت (Cooking style/skill)
پخت‌وپز (Cooking activities)
خوب پخته (Well cooked)
نیم‌پز (Half-cooked/Rare)
مغزپز (Cooked to the core)
زودپز (Pressure cooker)
آشپز (Cook/Chef)
آشپزخانه (Kitchen)
پختگی (Maturity)

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

پختن vs سوختن (Sookhtan - to burn)

پختن vs دوختن (Dookhtan - to sew)

پختن vs تاختن (Takhtan - to gallop/attack)

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"آشی برای کسی پختن (To cook up trouble for someone)"
"هنوز پخته نشده (He/she is still immature)"
"در کوره حوادث پخته شدن (To be tempered by life's hardships)"
"خام پختن (To do something naively - rare)"
"نخود هر آش بودن (To be in every 'stew' - meddlesome)"
"کاسه‌ای زیر نیم‌کاسه است (Something is 'cooking' under the bowl - suspicious)"
"حلوای تنترانی، تا نخوری ندانی (You won't know until you taste/experience it)"
"آش دهن‌سوزی نیست (It's not a 'stew' that burns the mouth - it's not that great)"
"فیلش یاد هندوستان کرده (His 'elephant' is cooking up memories of India - nostalgic)"
"جوجه را آخر پاییز می‌شمارند (Don't count your chickens before they are 'cooked'/hatched)"

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

پختن vs

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वाक्य संरचनाएँ

सभी उदाहरण देखने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

stew

Persian stews (Khoresht) are always 'Pokhtan' because they simmer for a long time.

bread

Always use 'Pokhtan' for bread, never 'Dorost kardan' in a bakery context.

fruit

When fruit is 'Pokhteh', it is ripe. When it is 'Kal', it is unripe.

सामान्य गलतियाँ
  • Using 'Pokht' for present tense (e.g., Man mipokhtam instead of mipazam).
  • Using 'Pokhtan' for making cold food like salads.
  • Confusing 'Pokhtan' (to cook) with 'Dookhtan' (to sew).
  • Forgetting the 'ra' marker for specific objects.
  • Using 'Pokhtan' for boiling water (use 'Jooshidan' instead).

सुझाव

Stem Mastery

Always remember the Paz/Pokht split. It's the most common mistake for beginners.

Kitchen Tools

Learn words like 'Ghablameh' (pot) and 'Tabeh' (pan) to use with Pokhtan.

Compliments

Tell your host 'Dast-pokht-etoon aliye' to make them very happy.

Maturity

Use 'Pokhteh' to describe a well-thought-out plan or a wise person.

The 'Kh'

Don't skip the 'kh' sound; it's essential for the word to be understood.

Object Marker

If you cook a specific thing, don't forget the 'ra' (e.g., Sham ra pokhtam).

Trouble Cooking

Be careful if someone is 'cooking a stew' for you; it might mean trouble!

Formal Tone

Use 'Tabkh' in written recipes to sound more professional.

Context Clues

If you hear 'Pokhteh' in a non-kitchen setting, look for metaphorical meanings.

Daily Routine

Every time you cook, say 'Daram [food] mipazam' to yourself.

याद करें

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

The transition from 'Kham' (raw) to 'Pokhteh' (cooked) is a central metaphor for the human journey toward wisdom.

Cooking large amounts of food is a sign of generosity (Ta'arof).

While traditionally a domestic role for women, professional 'Ashpaz' (chefs) in history and modern times are often men.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"امروز چه غذایی می‌پزی؟ (What food are you cooking today?)"

"آیا دوست داری در خانه بپزی یا بیرون غذا بخوری؟ (Do you like to cook at home or eat out?)"

"بهترین غذایی که تا حالا پختی چیست؟ (What is the best food you've ever cooked?)"

"فکر می‌کنی برای پخته شدن در زندگی چه باید کرد؟ (What do you think one must do to become mature in life?)"

"در فرهنگ شما، چه کسی معمولاً نان می‌پزد؟ (In your culture, who usually bakes bread?)"

डायरी विषय

Write about a time you 'cooked up' a plan that worked.

Describe the smell of something baking in your childhood home.

Reflect on an experience that made you feel more 'Pokhteh' (mature).

List three things you want to learn how to cook (Pokhtan).

Compare 'Kham' (raw) and 'Pokhteh' (cooked) versions of yourself.

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

No, 'Pokhtan' requires heat. For salad, use 'Dorost kardan' or 'Amadeh kardan'.

The present stem is 'Paz'. You use it for present and future tenses, and commands.

You can say 'Dast-pokht-e man khoob ast' or 'Man ashpaz-e khoobi hastam'.

It is neutral and used in both formal and informal Persian.

It means they are mature, wise, and experienced.

You say 'Cake darad mipazad' or 'Cake dar hal-e pokhtan ast'.

It is a pressure cooker (literally 'fast-cooker').

Yes, especially for fruits like melons or apricots.

The opposite is 'Kham' (raw/naive) or 'Kal' (unripe).

Yes, 'Ashpazi' is the noun for cooking, and 'Ash' is an ancient word for food/stew.

सुझाव और नोट्स के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

खुद को परखो 180 सवाल

/ 180 correct

Perfect score!

अभ्यास करने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

संबंधित सामग्री

food के और शब्द

عدس

A1

एक छोटा, खाद्य फलियां, जिसका उपयोग अक्सर सूप और स्टू में किया जाता है। यह ईरानी भोजन का एक मुख्य हिस्सा है।

عدسی

A1

अदासी एक लोकप्रिय ईरानी दाल का सूप है, जिसे अक्सर नाश्ते में खाया जाता है।

عسل

A1

मधुमक्खियों द्वारा बनाया गया एक मीठा, चिपचिपा तरल। इसे ईरान में अक्सर नाश्ते में खाया जाता है।

عصرانه

A2

एक हल्का भोजन या नाश्ता जो आमतौर पर दोपहर के बाद खाया जाता है।

آب انداختن

B1

पानी छोड़ना (खाना पकाते समय)। जैसे सलाद में नमक डालने पर पानी निकलना।

آب خوردن

A1

पानी पीना। यह बोलचाल की फारसी में सबसे आम तरीका है।

آب معدنی

A2

मिनरल वाटर वह पानी है जिसमें प्राकृतिक खनिज होते हैं।

آب میوه

A2

फलों का रस फलों से निकाला गया तरल पदार्थ है।

آب نبات

A1

A sweet foodstuff made with sugar, often flavored and colored.

آب پز کردن

A2

खाने को उबलते पानी में पकाना। 'मैं आलू उबाल रहा हूँ।'

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