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B2 noun

به عبارتی

be ebarati

Use 'به عبارتی' when you want to explain something again, but in different words.

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  • rephrasing
  • clarification
  • alternative explanation

豆知識

The 'ی' suffix here functions to make 'عبارت' (expression) indefinite, turning it into 'an expression' or 'a phrase', which, when combined with 'به' (to), essentially means 'to an expression', or more fluidly, 'in an expression/way'.

発音ガイド

UK /bɛ ɛbɑːrʌti/
US /bɛ ɛbɑːrʌti/
short
韻が合う語
kharati tarati barati
よくある間違い
  • Pronouncing the 'e' as a long 'ee' sound instead of a short 'e' sound.
  • Misplacing the stress on the wrong syllable.

難易度

読解 1/5

short

ライティング 1/5

short

スピーキング 1/5

short

リスニング 1/5

short

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

عبارت (ebārat) - phrase, term به (be) - to, for

次に学ぶ

یعنی (ya'ni) - meaning, that is خلاصه (kholāse) - in short, in summary

上級

به بیان دیگر (be bayān-e digar) - in another expression به عبارت ساده‌تر (be ebārat-e sādetar) - in simpler terms

文法パターン

Use 'به عبارتی' to rephrase or clarify a previous statement. It often comes after a comma or a period. It can introduce a simpler explanation or a consequence. Can be used to emphasize a point by restating it differently. Often used to introduce an equivalent meaning or a more direct way of saying something. Functions as a transition word, connecting ideas by providing an alternative phrasing.

文型パターン

B2

X است، به عبارتی Y است.

او تنها فرزند خانواده است، به عبارتی هیچ خواهر و برادری ندارد. (He is the only child of the family, in other words, he has no siblings.)

B2

X. به عبارتی، Y.

هوا خیلی سرد است. به عبارتی، باید لباس گرم بپوشیم. (The weather is very cold. To put it another way, we should wear warm clothes.)

C1

این بدان معناست که X، به عبارتی Y.

این بدان معناست که ما زمان کمی داریم، به عبارتی باید عجله کنیم. (This means we have little time, in other words, we should hurry.)

C1

از دیدگاه من، X. به عبارتی، Y.

از دیدگاه من، این راه حل عملی نیست. به عبارتی، باید به دنبال گزینه دیگری باشیم. (From my perspective, this solution is not practical. To put it another way, we should look for another option.)

C1

X اتفاق افتاد، به عبارتی Y شد.

باران شدیدی بارید، به عبارتی خیابان‌ها پر از آب شدند. (It rained heavily, in other words, the streets became flooded.)

B2

X نیست، به عبارتی Y است.

این کار آسان نیست، به عبارتی نیاز به تلاش زیادی دارد. (This work is not easy, in other words, it requires a lot of effort.)

C1

اگر X باشد، به عبارتی Y خواهد بود.

اگر او موفق شود، به عبارتی به هدفش خواهد رسید. (If he succeeds, in other words, he will reach his goal.)

B2

در واقع X، به عبارتی Y.

در واقع او نمی‌خواست بیاید، به عبارتی بهانه آورد. (In fact, he didn't want to come, in other words, he made an excuse.)

使い方

When you want to clarify something you just said, you can use به عبارتی (be ebārati). It’s like saying "in other words" or "to put it another way" in English. You’ll often hear it when someone is trying to explain a concept more simply or from a different angle. For example:

این یک مسئله پیچیده است، به عبارتی، حل آن نیاز به زمان و تلاش دارد.

(This is a complex problem, in other words, solving it requires time and effort.)

او خیلی مهربان است، به عبارتی، همیشه به دیگران کمک می‌کند.

(She is very kind, to put it another way, she always helps others.)

よくある間違い

A common mistake is to overuse به عبارتی when a simpler connective word like "یعنی" (ya'ni - meaning/that is) would suffice, or when the clarification isn't strictly necessary. While both can be used for clarification, به عبارتی specifically emphasizes rephrasing or restating. Another mistake is to use it when you're actually introducing a new idea rather than re-explaining an existing one. Remember, it's about putting something another way, not introducing something new.

語源

Persian

元の意味： به (be - to) + عبارت (ebārat - expression/phrase) + ی (y - suffix for indefiniteness/related to)

Indo-European, Iranian branch

文化的な背景

When speaking, 'به عبارتی' is commonly used to rephrase something for clarity or to offer a different perspective. It's a useful transition phrase that shows you're about to elaborate or simplify a previous statement, making it a staple in discussions and explanations.

よくある質問

10 問

Think of it as a way to rephrase something. The 'به' means 'to' or 'in', and 'عبارتی' is related to 'expression' or 'phrase'. So, 'in an expression' or 'in other words'. Practice using it when you're explaining something and want to offer a clearer or alternative explanation. Try to connect it to the English phrase 'in other words' or 'to put it another way' in your mind.

Yes, absolutely! It's very common to use it at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a rephrased idea. For example, 'به عبارتی، این کار خیلی سخته.' (In other words, this work is very difficult.)

It's generally neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It's a very common and useful phrase in everyday conversation as well as more structured discussions. You won't sound too formal or too casual using it.

While 'به عبارتی' is very common, you might sometimes hear 'به بیان دیگر' (be bayān-e digar), which also means 'in other words' or 'in another expression'. However, 'به عبارتی' is probably the most frequently used. Stick with 'به عبارتی' for now, it's the most versatile.

It's pronounced 'beh eh-bā-ra-ti'. The 'beh' is like 'be' in English, 'eh' is like the 'e' in 'bed', 'bā' is like 'ba' in 'car', 'ra' is like the 'ra' in 'raw', and 'ti' is like 'tee'. Listen to a native speaker if you can, but that's a good guide!

You can, but be careful with your tone. If you're correcting someone, it's better to use it to offer a clearer explanation rather than directly contradicting them. For example, 'به عبارتی، منظور من این بود که...' (In other words, my intention was that...) This softens the correction.

Not always simplification, but definitely clarification or rephrasing. You might use it to simplify a complex idea, but you could also use it to expand on a concept, offer an alternative perspective, or just state something differently. It's about providing another way to say something.

It's very common in both! You'll hear it often in conversations, presentations, and see it in written articles, books, and even social media. It's a staple of both spoken and written communication.

'یعنی' (ya'ni) means 'that is' or 'it means', and is often used to define a term or provide a direct equivalent. 'به عبارتی' (be ebārati) is more about rephrasing or offering an alternative way to express an idea. Think of 'yani' as a direct explanation, and 'be ebārati' as a reformulation. 'یعنی' is more like 'A is B', while 'به عبارتی' is more like 'A, or to put it another way, C'.

Sentences that follow 'به عبارتی' are typically a restatement or clarification of the preceding idea. They offer a different perspective, a simpler explanation, or a more detailed elaboration of what was just said. It's almost always followed by a full thought or statement that elaborates on the previous one.

自分をテスト 30 問

multiple choice B2

Choose the best English translation for "به عبارتی" in the following sentence: "او همیشه دیر می‌آید، به عبارتی مسئولیت‌پذیری کمی دارد."

正解！ おしい！ 正解: He always comes late, in other words he has little responsibility.

"به عبارتی" is used to rephrase or clarify a previous statement, making "in other words" the most appropriate translation here.

multiple choice B2

Which Persian phrase is closest in meaning to "to put it another way"?

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی دیگر (in other words)

"به عبارتی دیگر" is a common and direct alternative to "به عبارتی" when you want to emphasize rephrasing.

multiple choice B2

Complete the sentence with the most suitable option: "این روش خیلی سخت است، ___ نیاز به زمان زیادی دارد."

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی (in other words)

The second part of the sentence clarifies or rephrases the first part, making "به عبارتی" the best fit.

true false B2

The phrase "به عبارتی" can be used to introduce a contrasting idea.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: 間違い

"به عبارتی" is used to rephrase or clarify, not to introduce contrasting ideas. Phrases like "اما" (but) or "با این حال" (however) are used for contrast.

true false B2

If someone says "او خیلی تنبل است، به عبارتی هیچ کاری نمی‌کند," they are clarifying that the person is very lazy by explaining they do nothing.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: 正しい

Yes, the second part of the sentence "هیچ کاری نمی‌کند" (does nothing) clarifies the meaning of "او خیلی تنبل است" (he is very lazy), which is exactly how "به عبارتی" is used.

true false B2

"به عبارتی" is typically placed at the end of a sentence.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: 間違い

"به عبارتی" usually comes at the beginning of a clause or sentence to introduce the rephrased idea, not at the end.

writing B2

Rewrite the following sentence using "به عبارتی" to clarify the meaning: 'His plan is good, but it's not practical for our current resources.'

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

طرح او خوب است، به عبارتی، برای منابع فعلی ما عملی نیست. (His plan is good, in other words, it's not practical for our current resources.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解:
writing B2

Explain the concept of 'sustainable development' in Persian, and then use 'به عبارتی' to offer a simpler definition.

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Sample answer

توسعه پایدار به معنای برآوردن نیازهای نسل حاضر بدون به خطر انداختن توانایی نسل‌های آینده برای برآوردن نیازهایشان است. به عبارتی، استفاده هوشمندانه از منابع برای حفظ محیط زیست و جامعه. (Sustainable development means meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. In other words, smart use of resources to protect the environment and society.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解:
writing B2

Describe a time you had to clarify something you said. Use 'به عبارتی' in your explanation to rephrase your original statement.

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Sample answer

یک بار در مورد یک پروژه صحبت می‌کردم و گفتم که کار آسانی است. اما منظورم این بود که مراحل اولیه آسان است و نه کل پروژه. به عبارتی، بخش‌های ابتدایی چالش‌برانگیز نیستند. (Once I was talking about a project and I said it was easy. But I meant that the initial stages were easy, not the whole project. In other words, the initial parts are not challenging.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解:
reading B2

چه اتفاقی برای شرکت افتاد؟ (What happened to the company?)

Read this passage:

این شرکت برای کاهش هزینه‌ها تصمیم به تعدیل نیرو گرفت. به عبارتی، برخی از کارمندان خود را اخراج کرد تا در شرایط اقتصادی فعلی دوام بیاورد.

چه اتفاقی برای شرکت افتاد؟ (What happened to the company?)

正解！ おしい！ 正解: آنها برخی از کارمندان خود را اخراج کردند. (They fired some of their employees.)

عبارت 'به عبارتی' توضیح می‌دهد که 'تعدیل نیرو' به معنای اخراج کارمندان بوده است. (The phrase 'به عبارتی' explains that 't تعدیل نیرو' meant firing employees.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解: آنها برخی از کارمندان خود را اخراج کردند. (They fired some of their employees.)

عبارت 'به عبارتی' توضیح می‌دهد که 'تعدیل نیرو' به معنای اخراج کارمندان بوده است. (The phrase 'به عبارتی' explains that 't تعدیل نیرو' meant firing employees.)

reading B2

این شخص چگونه توصیف شده است؟ (How is this person described?)

Read this passage:

او همیشه به جزئیات توجه می‌کند و هیچ چیز را از قلم نمی‌اندازد. به عبارتی، او یک فرد کمال‌گرا است که به کیفیت کار اهمیت زیادی می‌دهد.

این شخص چگونه توصیف شده است؟ (How is this person described?)

正解！ おしい！ 正解: کمال‌گرا (Perfectionist)

جمله دوم با استفاده از 'به عبارتی' صفت 'کمال‌گرا' را برای توصیف فردی که به جزئیات اهمیت می‌دهد، به کار می‌برد. (The second sentence uses 'به عبارتی' to apply the adjective 'perfectionist' to describe a person who cares about details.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解: کمال‌گرا (Perfectionist)

جمله دوم با استفاده از 'به عبارتی' صفت 'کمال‌گرا' را برای توصیف فردی که به جزئیات اهمیت می‌دهد، به کار می‌برد. (The second sentence uses 'به عبارتی' to apply the adjective 'perfectionist' to describe a person who cares about details.)

reading B2

نتیجه عدم تلاش مستمر در یادگیری زبان چیست؟ (What is the result of not making continuous effort in language learning?)

Read this passage:

یادگیری زبان جدید نیاز به صبر و تمرین مداوم دارد. به عبارتی، بدون تلاش مستمر، نمی‌توانید به تسلط کامل برسید.

نتیجه عدم تلاش مستمر در یادگیری زبان چیست؟ (What is the result of not making continuous effort in language learning?)

正解！ おしい！ 正解: عدم تسلط کامل (Lack of complete fluency)

عبارت 'به عبارتی' روشن می‌کند که بدون تلاش مداوم، تسلط کامل به دست نمی‌آید. (The phrase 'به عبارتی' clarifies that without continuous effort, complete fluency cannot be achieved.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解: عدم تسلط کامل (Lack of complete fluency)

عبارت 'به عبارتی' روشن می‌کند که بدون تلاش مداوم، تسلط کامل به دست نمی‌آید. (The phrase 'به عبارتی' clarifies that without continuous effort, complete fluency cannot be achieved.)

multiple choice C1

Choose the best translation for the bolded phrase: "این کتاب بسیار جامع است؛ **به عبارتی**، تمام جنبه‌های موضوع را پوشش می‌دهد."

正解！ おしい！ 正解: In other words

The phrase "به عبارتی" is used to rephrase or clarify a previous statement.

multiple choice C1

Which of the following sentences correctly uses "به عبارتی"?

正解！ おしい！ 正解: او بسیار خسته بود، به عبارتی، می‌خواست بخوابد. (He was very tired, in other words, he wanted to sleep.)

The second part of the sentence should clarify or rephrase the first part. Wanting to sleep is a direct consequence of being very tired.

multiple choice C1

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate phrase: "این مشکل بسیار پیچیده است؛ ____، راه‌حل ساده‌ای ندارد."

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

The phrase "به عبارتی" introduces a clarification or restatement of the previous complex statement.

true false C1

The phrase "به عبارتی" can be used to introduce an example.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: 間違い

"به عبارتی" is used to rephrase or clarify, not to introduce an example. Phrases like "مثلاً" (for example) are used for examples.

true false C1

If someone says "این کار دشوار است، به عبارتی، به تلاش زیادی نیاز دارد," they are clarifying the difficulty of the task.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: 正しい

The phrase "به عبارتی" is correctly used here to clarify what makes the task difficult.

true false C1

The phrase "به عبارتی" always introduces a contradictory statement.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: 間違い

"به عبارتی" introduces a rephrased or clarified statement, not necessarily a contradictory one.

fill blank C2

او یک هنرمند بسیار با استعداد است، __، کارهای او همیشه پر از نوآوری و خلاقیت هستند.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

The phrase 'به عبارتی' (in other words) correctly introduces a rephrasing or clarification of the initial statement about the artist's talent.

fill blank C2

اقتصاد جهانی به سرعت در حال تغییر است، __، شرکت‌ها باید استراتژی‌های خود را برای بقا و رشد تطبیق دهند.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

Here, 'به عبارتی' serves to rephrase the impact of the changing global economy, emphasizing the need for companies to adapt.

fill blank C2

این پروژه نیازمند منابع مالی قابل توجهی است، __، بدون حمایت مالی کافی، پیشرفت آن دشوار خواهد بود.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

'به عبارتی' is used here to offer an alternative way of stating the consequence of insufficient financial support for the project.

fill blank C2

سیاست‌های جدید دولت بر بهبود وضعیت معیشتی مردم تمرکز دارند، __، هدف اصلی افزایش رفاه عمومی است.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

The phrase 'به عبارتی' clarifies the main goal of the government's new policies, which is to improve public welfare.

fill blank C2

یادگیری زبان دوم نیازمند پشتکار و تمرین مداوم است، __، تنها با تلاش مستمر می‌توان به تسلط رسید.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

'به عبارتی' is used to reiterate and emphasize the importance of continuous effort in achieving fluency in a second language.

fill blank C2

این نظریه پیچیده به نظر می‌رسد، __، هسته اصلی آن بسیار ساده است و بر اصول اولیه استوار است.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: به عبارتی

Here, 'به عبارتی' serves to rephrase the complexity of the theory, highlighting that its core is actually simple.

writing C2

You are explaining a complex scientific concept to a general audience. Use "به عبارتی" to rephrase a difficult sentence in simpler terms.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

این پدیده فیزیکی که به آن «تابش زمینه کیهانی» می‌گویند، به عبارتی، بقایای اولین نور جهان پس از بیگ‌بنگ است که می‌توانیم آن را مشاهده کنیم. (This physical phenomenon, called 'Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation,' is, in other words, the remnants of the universe's first light after the Big Bang that we can observe.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解:
writing C2

You are writing an email to a colleague, clarifying a misunderstanding. Use "به عبارتی" to present the situation from a different, clearer perspective.

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Sample answer

منظور من این نبود که پروژه متوقف شود، به عبارتی، می‌خواستم پیشنهاد دهم که رویکردمان را تغییر دهیم تا کارآمدتر باشیم. (My intention wasn't to stop the project; in other words, I wanted to suggest we change our approach to be more efficient.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解:
writing C2

You are a philosopher defining a new ethical concept. Use "به عبارتی" to offer an alternative, perhaps more accessible, definition of your concept.

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Sample answer

اصل «همدلی سازنده» بیان می‌کند که برای رسیدن به عدالت، باید خود را در موقعیت دیگران قرار دهیم و فعالانه برای بهبود وضعیت آنها تلاش کنیم. به عبارتی، صرفاً درک کردن کافی نیست؛ باید برای تغییر مثبت اقدام کنیم. (The principle of 'constructive empathy' states that to achieve justice, we must put ourselves in others' shoes and actively work to improve their situation. In other words, merely understanding is not enough; we must take action for positive change.)

正解！ おしい！ 正解:
reading C2

The phrase "به عبارتی" in the passage is used to:

Read this passage:

پیشرفت‌های تکنولوژیکی، به ویژه در زمینه هوش مصنوعی، می‌توانند زندگی انسان را به طرز چشمگیری تغییر دهند. این تغییرات ممکن است فرصت‌های جدیدی را برای حل مشکلات جهانی ایجاد کنند، اما همزمان چالش‌های اخلاقی و اجتماعی جدیدی را نیز به وجود می‌آورند. به عبارتی، هرچند هوش مصنوعی می‌تواند ابزاری قدرتمند برای پیشرفت باشد، اما استفاده مسئولانه و اخلاقی از آن ضروری است تا از بروز پیامدهای منفی جلوگیری شود. (Technological advancements, especially in the field of artificial intelligence, can dramatically change human life. These changes might create new opportunities for solving global problems, but at the same time, they bring about new ethical and social challenges. In other words, although AI can be a powerful tool for progress, its responsible and ethical use is essential to prevent negative consequences.)

The phrase "به عبارتی" in the passage is used to:

正解！ おしい！ 正解: Rephrase the preceding statement in simpler terms.

The phrase "به عبارتی" is used to clarify the previous sentence, explaining that despite the benefits of AI, responsible use is crucial.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: Rephrase the preceding statement in simpler terms.

The phrase "به عبارتی" is used to clarify the previous sentence, explaining that despite the benefits of AI, responsible use is crucial.

reading C2

What is the main purpose of the sentence starting with "به عبارتی"?

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بحران آب در بسیاری از مناطق جهان به یک واقعیت تلخ تبدیل شده است. مصرف بی‌رویه و تغییرات اقلیمی دست به دست هم داده‌اند تا منابع آب شیرین را به شدت کاهش دهند. به عبارتی، اگر اقدامات جدی و فوری برای مدیریت منابع آب انجام نشود، در آینده‌ای نزدیک با چالش‌های غیرقابل جبرانی مواجه خواهیم شد. (The water crisis has become a bitter reality in many parts of the world. Excessive consumption and climate change have combined to severely reduce fresh water resources. In other words, if serious and immediate actions are not taken to manage water resources, we will face irreparable challenges in the near future.)

What is the main purpose of the sentence starting with "به عبارتی"?

正解！ おしい！ 正解: To emphasize the urgency of taking action.

The phrase "به عبارتی" is used here to rephrase the critical situation and emphasize the urgent need for action regarding water management.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: To emphasize the urgency of taking action.

The phrase "به عبارتی" is used here to rephrase the critical situation and emphasize the urgent need for action regarding water management.

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Based on the passage, what does "به عبارتی" clarify about Renaissance painting?

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نقاشی‌های رنسانس ایتالیا اغلب دارای پرسپکتیو قوی و توجه به آناتومی انسان بودند. هنرمندان این دوره تلاش می‌کردند تا واقعیت را به شکلی هنرمندانه و دقیق به تصویر بکشند. به عبارتی، هدف آنها بازنمایی جهان با جزئیات و عمق بود، به جای نمادگرایی و انتزاعی‌گرایی دوره قرون وسطی. (Italian Renaissance paintings often featured strong perspective and attention to human anatomy. Artists of this period tried to depict reality in an artistic and precise manner. In other words, their goal was to represent the world with detail and depth, rather than the symbolism and abstractness of the medieval period.)

Based on the passage, what does "به عبارتی" clarify about Renaissance painting?

正解！ おしい！ 正解: Their artistic philosophy and what they prioritized.

The phrase "به عبارتی" clarifies the underlying artistic philosophy of Renaissance painters, explaining their focus on realistic representation over medieval symbolism.

正解！ おしい！ 正解: Their artistic philosophy and what they prioritized.

The phrase "به عبارتی" clarifies the underlying artistic philosophy of Renaissance painters, explaining their focus on realistic representation over medieval symbolism.

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