Learning to use Persian adjectives correctly, especially those describing personality traits, can be tricky. Even for advanced learners (CEFR C1), words like "ریزبین" (reezbin), meaning meticulous or precise, can lead to common mistakes. Let's look at some of these pitfalls so you can avoid them and sound more natural when speaking Persian.
§ Mistake 1: Confusing 'ریزبین' with 'دقیق' (daghigh)
While "ریزبین" and "دقیق" both relate to precision, they aren't always interchangeable. "دقیق" is a broader term meaning accurate, precise, or exact. "ریزبین," however, specifically emphasizes a high level of attention to small details, often implying a critical or scrutinizing eye. It's about noticing the tiny things that others might miss.
- DEFINITION
- دقیق (daghigh): Accurate, precise, exact.
او ساعت دقیق را میدانست. (He knew the exact time.)
مهندس ساختمان خیلی ریزبین بود. (The construction engineer was very meticulous.)
§ Mistake 2: Overusing 'ریزبین' in negative contexts
While being meticulous can sometimes have negative connotations (like being overly critical or nitpicky), "ریزبین" itself isn't inherently negative. It's often used to describe someone who is thorough and diligent. If you want to express a negative aspect, you might need to add other words or use a different adjective entirely.
- Instead of: او زیادی ریزبین است و همیشه ایراد میگیرد. (He is too meticulous and always finds faults.)
- Try: او موشکاف است و همیشه ایراد میگیرد. (He is scrutinizing and always finds faults.) OR او آنقدر ریزبین است که گاهی ایرادهای بیمورد میگیرد. (He is so meticulous that he sometimes finds unnecessary faults.)
- DEFINITION
- موشکاف (mookāf): Scrutinizing, delving into details (often with a critical eye).
بازرس گمرک مردی ریزبین بود. (The customs inspector was a meticulous man.)
تحلیلگر مالی به قدری موشکاف بود که کوچکترین تغییرات را هم رصد میکرد. (The financial analyst was so scrutinizing that he tracked even the smallest changes.)
§ Mistake 3: Incorrect word order or grammatical construction
As an adjective, "ریزبین" typically comes after the noun it describes, or it can be used with the verb "بودن" (boodan - to be) to describe a subject. Getting the word order wrong can make your sentence sound unnatural or even change its meaning.
- Incorrect: ریزبین معلمی او است.
- Correct: او معلمی ریزبین است. (She is a meticulous teacher.)
مادربزرگم در کارهای آشپزی بسیار ریزبین است. (My grandmother is very meticulous in her cooking.)
نظافتچی ریزبین همه چیز را برق انداخت. (The meticulous cleaner made everything shine.)
§ Mistake 4: Not using 'ریزبین' in appropriate contexts
While "ریزبین" implies attention to detail, it's typically used for tasks or people where such precision is valued, like in crafts, engineering, or research. It might sound odd to use it for situations where extreme detail isn't expected or necessary.
- Less common: او در تماشای تلویزیون خیلی ریزبین است. (He is very meticulous in watching TV.)
- More appropriate: او در برنامهریزی سفر بسیار ریزبین است. (He is very meticulous in planning trips.)
By understanding these common mistakes, you can use "ریزبین" more confidently and accurately in your Persian conversations. Pay attention to the nuances of its meaning, the contexts in which it's used, and its grammatical placement. Practice makes perfect!
How Formal Is It?
"او در کارش بسیار دقیق است و جزئیات را با دقت بررسی میکند. (She is very precise in her work and examines details carefully.)"
"او همیشه کارهایش را با دقت انجام میدهد. (He always does his tasks with care.)"
"فلانی خیلی حواسجمعه، هیچی از چشمش پنهان نمیمونه. (That guy is very attentive, nothing escapes his eyes.)"
"این نقاش کوچولو خیلی نکتهبینه و همه جزئیات رو توی نقاشیش میکشه. (This little painter is very observant and draws all the details in their painting.)"
"کارش که تموم شد، دیدم چقدر چشمدار بوده و همه چی رو درست انجام داده. (When his work was finished, I saw how sharp-eyed he was and did everything correctly.)"
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
Nouns can be made plural by adding the suffix ها (-hā) or ها (-hā) to the end of the word. For animate nouns, ان (-ān) or گان (-gān) can also be used. 'ریزبین' is an adjective and does not directly take plural suffixes, but the noun it modifies would.
افراد ریزبین (afrād-e rizbin) - meticulous people
Adjectives typically follow the noun they modify and are connected by the ezāfe (کسره, -e/-ye). However, some adjectives, especially those formed with suffixes like -bin, can precede the noun directly without an ezāfe, functioning more like an attributive compound. While 'ریزبین' can be used with ezāfe, it's also common to see it directly before the noun.
یک مهندس ریزبین (yek mohandes-e rizbin) - a meticulous engineer
The comparative form of adjectives is created by adding تر (-tar) to the end of the adjective. The superlative form is created by adding ترین (-tarin).
او از برادرش ریزبینتر است (u az barādarash rizbin-tar ast) - He is more meticulous than his brother.
Adjectives can be used as adverbs by simply placing them in the adverbial position, usually after the verb. There is no special adverbial suffix.
او کارش را ریزبین انجام میدهد (u kārash rā rizbin anjām midahad) - He does his work meticulously.
Adjectives can be nominalized (turned into nouns) by adding suffixes like یت (-iyat) for abstract qualities, or by simply using the adjective with a definite article or a demonstrative pronoun, implying 'the one who is...' or 'the quality of being...'. For 'ریزبین', it can sometimes stand alone referring to a meticulous person.
ریزبین بودن او (rizbin budan-e u) - his meticulousness (being meticulous)
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
او در کارش بسیار ریزبین است و همیشه به جزئیات کوچک توجه میکند.
He is very meticulous in his work and always pays attention to small details.
یک مهندس ریزبین میتواند ایرادات پنهان در طراحی را کشف کند.
A precise engineer can discover hidden flaws in design.
برای یک جراح، ریزبین بودن یک ویژگی حیاتی است.
For a surgeon, being meticulous is a vital characteristic.
این نقاش آنقدر ریزبین است که هر تار مو را با دقت میکشد.
This painter is so precise that he draws each strand of hair with accuracy.
تحقیقات او بسیار ریزبینانه بود و به نتایج دقیق منجر شد.
His research was very meticulous and led to accurate results.
ریزبینانه (rizbināne) is the adverbial form.
نقد ریزبینانه او به ما کمک کرد تا اشتباهاتمان را اصلاح کنیم.
His meticulous criticism helped us correct our mistakes.
برای حل این مشکل پیچیده، به یک تحلیل ریزبینانه نیاز داریم.
To solve this complex problem, we need a precise analysis.
او با نگاهی ریزبین به اسناد نگاه کرد و inconsistencies را پیدا کرد.
He looked at the documents with a meticulous gaze and found inconsistencies.
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
او در کارش بسیار ریزبین است.
He is very meticulous in his work.
با نگاهی ریزبین همه چیز را بررسی کرد.
He examined everything with a meticulous eye.
نیاز به دقت ریزبین دارد.
It requires meticulous accuracy.
ریزبین بودن در این شغل مهم است.
Being meticulous is important in this job.
او جزئیات را با وسواس ریزبین بررسی می کند.
He examines the details with meticulous care.
برای موفقیت باید ریزبین باشید.
You must be meticulous to succeed.
تحلیل ریزبین او به کشف مشکل کمک کرد.
His meticulous analysis helped discover the problem.
این پروژه به رویکردی ریزبین نیاز دارد.
This project requires a meticulous approach.
طراحی ریزبین محصول را بینقص کرده است.
The meticulous design has made the product flawless.
معلم ریزبین ما هیچ اشتباهی را نادیده نمیگیرد.
Our meticulous teacher overlooks no mistakes.
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
While 'ریزبین' describes a person's meticulous quality, 'با دقت' describes the manner in which an action is done. A 'ریزبین' person would typically do things 'با دقت'.
A 'ریزبین' person is often 'دقیق' in their work because they pay attention to details, leading to accurate results. However, 'دقیق' can also simply mean accurate or exact without implying the same level of detailed scrutiny.
This is the noun form of precision or accuracy. 'ریزبین' is an adjective that describes someone who *has* 'دقت' in their approach to details.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
Both 'ریزبین' and 'دقیق' can mean precise. However, 'ریزبین' emphasizes the *act* of paying close attention to small details, while 'دقیق' describes the *result* of being precise or accurate.
'ریزبین' focuses on the detailed observation or scrutiny. 'دقیق' describes accuracy, exactness, or being on time.
او در کارش بسیار دقیق است. (He is very precise/accurate in his work.)
This phrase literally means 'with precision' or 'carefully', which can overlap with the meticulous aspect of 'ریزبین'.
'ریزبین' is an adjective describing a person's inherent quality or approach. 'بادقت' is an adverbial phrase describing how an action is performed.
او با دقت کار می کند. (He works carefully/with precision.)
This also implies close examination, often in a critical or analytical way, similar to the detailed attention of 'ریزبین'.
'ریزبین' is about meticulousness in general tasks. 'موشکافانه' often implies a deeper, more analytical or critical examination to find flaws or hidden meanings, like dissecting something.
او با نگاهی موشکافانه مقاله را خواند. (He read the article with a scrutinizing/analytical gaze.)
Someone who is 'نکتهسنج' also pays attention to small details or nuances, similar to 'ریزبین'.
'ریزبین' is about seeing and acknowledging all the small details. 'نکتهسنج' is about being perceptive and able to pick out important or subtle points, often implying a degree of astuteness.
او در نقد ادبی بسیار نکتهسنج است. (He is very perceptive/astute in literary criticism.)
Both terms describe someone who is very particular, but 'وسواسی' carries a negative connotation of obsessiveness or compulsiveness.
'ریزبین' is generally positive, highlighting thoroughness. 'وسواسی' implies an excessive and sometimes unhealthy preoccupation with details, often leading to anxiety or irrational behavior.
او در تمیز کردن خانه بسیار وسواسی است. (He is very obsessive/compulsive about cleaning the house.)
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
او یک فرد ریزبین است.
او یک فرد ریزبین است. (He is a meticulous person.)
او با دقت و ریزبین کار میکند.
او با دقت و ریزبین کار میکند. (He works carefully and meticulously.)
کار ریزبینانه او باعث موفقیت پروژه شد.
کار ریزبینانه او باعث موفقیت پروژه شد. (His meticulous work led to the project's success.)
این کار به یک چشم ریزبین نیاز دارد.
این کار به یک چشم ریزبین نیاز دارد. (This work requires a meticulous eye.)
معلم ما بسیار ریزبین است و همه جزئیات را بررسی میکند.
معلم ما بسیار ریزبین است و همه جزئیات را بررسی میکند. (Our teacher is very meticulous and checks all the details.)
رویکرد ریزبین او در تحقیق، نتایج دقیقی به همراه داشت.
رویکرد ریزبین او در تحقیق، نتایج دقیقی به همراه داشت. (His meticulous approach in research yielded precise results.)
مهندس ریزبین نقشه را دوباره بررسی کرد.
مهندس ریزبین نقشه را دوباره بررسی کرد. (The meticulous engineer rechecked the map.)
او به دلیل توجه ریزبینانهاش به جزئیات، شناخته شده است.
او به دلیل توجه ریزبینانهاش به جزئیات، شناخته شده است. (He is known for his meticulous attention to detail.)
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
How to Use ریزبین (rizbin) Effectively
The Persian word ریزبین (rizbin) is an adjective that describes someone or something as meticulous, precise, or showing great attention to detail. It's typically used in situations where a high level of accuracy and thoroughness is required. Think of it as the Persian equivalent of 'detail-oriented'.
When to Use It:
- Describing people: You can use it for individuals who are very careful in their work, often noticing small things others might miss. For example, a scientist, a watchmaker, or an editor.
- Describing work or analysis: It can also describe a process, a report, or an observation that is very detailed and accurate.
Contextual Examples:
- Example 1: او یک مهندس ریزبین است که همیشه کوچکترین اشتباهات را پیدا میکند.
(He is a meticulous engineer who always finds the smallest mistakes.) - Example 2: گزارش او بسیار ریزبینانه بود و هیچ جزئیاتی را از قلم نینداخت.
(His report was very precise and didn't miss any details.) - Example 3: برای این کار ظریف، به یک چشم ریزبین نیاز داریم.
(For this delicate work, we need a meticulous eye.)
Synonyms and Related Terms:
- دقیق (daghigh): Accurate, precise. While similar, ریزبین emphasizes the *act* of paying attention to small details, whereas دقیق focuses more on the *result* of being accurate.
- مو شکافانه (mu-shokafaneh): Very detailed, hair-splitting. This term is often used for extremely minute or overly detailed analysis.
Common Mistakes with ریزبین (rizbin)
While ریزبین (rizbin) is a straightforward word, there are a few common pitfalls English speakers might encounter.
Mistake 1: Confusing it with 'picky' or 'fussy'.
ریزبین implies a positive quality of thoroughness and accuracy. It does *not* carry the negative connotation of being overly critical, hard to please, or nitpicky (which would be closer to ایرادگیر - iradgir or بهانهگیر - bahanehgir).
- Incorrect Usage: او ریزبین است چون هیچ غذایی را دوست ندارد.
(Incorrect: He is meticulous because he doesn't like any food.) - Correct Usage: او در آشپزی بسیار ریزبین است و همه چیز را با دقت آماده میکند.
(Correct: He is very meticulous in cooking and prepares everything with precision.)
Mistake 2: Overusing it for general 'accuracy'.
While a meticulous person is accurate, ریزبین specifically highlights the *process* of observing and caring for small details. If you just mean 'accurate' in a general sense, دقیق (daghigh) might be a more fitting choice.
- Less precise: پاسخ او ریزبین بود.
(Less precise: His answer was meticulous.) - While not strictly wrong, it might sound a bit off if you simply mean 'accurate'. - More precise: پاسخ او دقیق بود.
(More precise: His answer was accurate.) - More precise with ریزبین: او با یک تحلیل ریزبینانه به پاسخ رسید.
(More precise with ریزبین: He arrived at the answer with a meticulous analysis.)
Mistake 3: Incorrectly applying it to broad concepts.
ریزبین is best used for specific tasks, observations, or individuals. It's less common to apply it to very broad or abstract ideas where 'detail' isn't the primary focus.
- Less natural: ایده او خیلی ریزبین بود.
(Less natural: His idea was very meticulous.) - More natural alternatives: ایده او دقیق بود. (His idea was accurate/precise.) or ایده او خلاقانه بود. (His idea was creative.)
सुझाव
Practice pronunciation with audio
Listen to how native speakers pronounce 'ریزبین' (reez-been). Pay attention to the 'z' sound, which is like the 'z' in zebra.
Break down the word
'ریز' (reez) means small or minute, and 'بین' (been) comes from the verb 'دیدن' (deedan) meaning to see. So, it literally means 'seeing small details'.
Use flashcards for memorization
Create a flashcard for 'ریزبین' with its definition and an example sentence. Review it regularly to reinforce your memory.
Associate with English synonyms
Think of English words like meticulous, precise, thorough, or detail-oriented to help you remember the meaning of 'ریزبین'.
Use it in a simple sentence
Try forming a simple sentence like: 'او یک کارمند ریزبین است.' (He is a meticulous employee.)
Imagine a scenario
Picture someone carefully checking every tiny detail, like a jeweler examining a diamond. This person is 'ریزبین'.
Practice writing it out
Write 'ریزبین' several times to get comfortable with its Persian script. This helps with recognition and recall.
Identify similar-sounding words (avoid confusion)
Be careful not to confuse 'ریزبین' with other words that might sound similar but have different meanings. Focus on the 'been' ending.
Look for it in Persian texts
As you read Persian articles or stories, try to spot 'ریزبین'. Seeing it in context will deepen your understanding. Focus on descriptive passages where attention to detail is relevant.
Understand its nuance in context
'ریزبین' can sometimes have a slightly negative connotation in certain contexts, implying someone is overly fastidious or nitpicky, though its primary meaning is positive.
खुद को परखो 60 सवाल
Write a short sentence using a common Persian greeting like 'Salam' (Hello) and introduce yourself in Persian. Keep it very simple.
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سلام، من علی هستم. (Hello, I am Ali.)
Write a simple sentence in Persian saying 'I like apples.'
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من سیب دوست دارم. (Man sib dust daram.)
Write a sentence in Persian asking 'How are you?'
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Sample answer
حال شما چطور است؟ (Hal-e shoma chetor ast?)
What color is the apple?
Read this passage:
این یک سیب است. سیب قرمز است. (In yek sib ast. Sib qermez ast.)
What color is the apple?
The passage states 'سیب قرمز است.' which means 'The apple is red.'
The passage states 'سیب قرمز است.' which means 'The apple is red.'
What is Maryam asking?
Read this passage:
سلام! من مریم هستم. شما کی هستید؟ (Salam! Man Maryam hastam. Shoma ki hastid?)
What is Maryam asking?
The phrase 'شما کی هستید؟' means 'Who are you?' or 'What is your name?'
The phrase 'شما کی هستید؟' means 'Who are you?' or 'What is your name?'
What does the passage say about the weather?
Read this passage:
صبح بخیر! هوا خوب است. (Sobh bekheir! Hava khub ast.)
What does the passage say about the weather?
The passage says 'هوا خوب است.' which means 'The weather is good.'
The passage says 'هوا خوب است.' which means 'The weather is good.'
This sentence means 'This dog is small.' The correct order is 'این' (This), 'سگ' (dog), 'کوچک' (small), 'است' (is).
This sentence means 'I have an apple.' The correct order is 'من' (I), 'یک' (a/an), 'سیب' (apple), 'دارم' (have).
This sentence means 'He/She drinks water.' The correct order is 'او' (He/She), 'آب' (water), 'مینوشد' (drinks).
او یک طراح بسیار ___ است و به همه جزئیات اهمیت میدهد.
The sentence talks about someone who cares about all the details, so 'meticulous' (ریزبین) is the correct word.
برای ساخت این مدل، باید خیلی ___ باشید.
To build a model, you need to be very precise and pay attention to details, so 'meticulous' (ریزبین) is the best fit.
او در کار خود بسیار ___ است و هیچ اشتباهی نمیکند.
Someone who makes no mistakes in their work is 'meticulous' (ریزبین).
چون او خیلی ___ است، هر کاری را به دقت انجام میدهد.
Performing every task carefully implies being 'meticulous' (ریزبین).
معلم ما در تصحیح برگهها خیلی ___ بود.
A teacher who is 'meticulous' (ریزبین) would be very careful in correcting papers.
برای کارهای هنری کوچک، باید یک فرد ___ باشید.
Small artistic works require precision and attention to detail, making 'meticulous' (ریزبین) the right choice.
Which of these describes someone who is 'ریزبین'?
ریزبین means meticulous or precise, which is closely related to being careful (دقیق).
If a person is 'ریزبین' in their work, what are they likely doing?
A ریزبین person pays great attention to detail.
Which word is an opposite of 'ریزبین'?
ریزبین means meticulous, so the opposite is careless (بی دقت).
یک کارمند ریزبین همیشه کارها را با عجله انجام می دهد. (A meticulous employee always does things in a hurry.)
A meticulous person typically takes their time to ensure accuracy, rather than rushing.
توجه زیاد به جزئیات، معنی 'ریزبین' است. (Paying close attention to details is the meaning of 'ریزبین'.)
The definition of ریزبین is showing great attention to detail.
یک پزشک ریزبین در تشخیص بیماری مهم نیست. (A meticulous doctor is not important in diagnosing illness.)
A meticulous doctor is very important for accurate diagnosis.
Which of these words is closest in meaning to 'ریزبین'?
ریزبین (reezbeen) means meticulous or precise, so دقیق (daghigh) is the closest synonym.
Someone who is 'ریزبین' would likely pay a lot of attention to:
ریزبین (reezbeen) describes someone who pays great attention to detail.
Which sentence best describes a 'ریزبین' person?
The definition of ریزبین (reezbeen) is showing great attention to detail.
A 'ریزبین' person generally ignores minor mistakes.
No, a ریزبین (reezbeen) person is meticulous and would notice minor mistakes.
Being 'ریزبین' is usually a good quality for a scientist.
Yes, scientists often need to be ریزبین (reezbeen) to ensure accuracy in their work.
Someone who is 'ریزبین' finishes tasks very quickly without checking.
No, a ریزبین (reezbeen) person would take their time to check details, not rush through tasks.
He is very meticulous in his work.
For this job, we need a meticulous person.
His plan was very precise.
Read this aloud:
یک شخص ریزبین چگونه کاری را انجام می دهد؟
Focus: ریزبین
तुमने कहा:
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Read this aloud:
آیا شما فکر می کنید برای این شغل باید ریزبین باشید؟
Focus: ریزبین
तुमने कहा:
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Read this aloud:
جمله ای با کلمه 'ریزبین' بسازید.
Focus: ریزبین
तुमने कहा:
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The correct order is 'He is meticulous about details.'
The correct order is 'He is a meticulous person in his work.'
The correct order is 'He does very meticulous work with great care.'
The speaker is describing someone who is very detail-oriented in their work.
The speaker suggests that to solve a complex problem, they need to be very precise.
The speaker describes how a painter meticulously drew the details of a face.
Read this aloud:
آیا شما در انجام کارهایتان ریزبین هستید؟
Focus: Rizbin
तुमने कहा:
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یک مهندس خوب چقدر باید ریزبین باشد؟
Focus: Mehandes, Rizbin
तुमने कहा:
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به نظر شما، چه شغلهایی نیاز به ریزبینی زیادی دارند؟
Focus: Shoghl-ha, Rizbini
तुमने कहा:
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The painter depicted every detail in his painting with precision and meticulousness.
To solve this complex problem, we need a meticulous analyst.
He is very meticulous in his work and never makes a mistake.
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مهندس برای بررسی دقیق نقشه ها بسیار ریزبین بود.
Focus: ریزبین (reez-been)
तुमने कहा:
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تو باید در انتخاب کلماتت ریزبین باشی تا منظور درست را برسانی.
Focus: ریزبین (reez-been)
तुमने कहा:
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یک جراح خوب باید بسیار ریزبین و دقیق باشد.
Focus: ریزبین (reez-been)
तुमने कहा:
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The meticulous engineer carefully examined the details of the new plan.
He is very meticulous in his work and always prioritizes quality.
His art criticism was so meticulous that everyone admired it.
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Listen to how native speakers pronounce 'ریزبین' (reez-been). Pay attention to the 'z' sound, which is like the 'z' in zebra.
Break down the word
'ریز' (reez) means small or minute, and 'بین' (been) comes from the verb 'دیدن' (deedan) meaning to see. So, it literally means 'seeing small details'.
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संबंधित सामग्री
general के और शब्द
عادتوار
C1As a matter of habit; habitually.
عادی
A1Conforming to the usual or standard type; normal or ordinary.
عافیت
B2Well-being; the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
عاجل
B2Requiring immediate attention or action; urgent.
عاقبت
C1The outcome or result of an action or event.
عاقل
A1Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment; wise.
عالمگیر
C1Universal, worldwide, or affecting all parts of the world.
عالی
A1Excellent; extremely good or outstanding.
عام
B1General, common, public.
اعم از
B2Including; whether (used to introduce options).
