At the A1 level, you should learn 'mostatili' as a basic color or shape word. Just like you learn 'red' or 'big', you learn 'rectangular' to describe objects around you. You will mostly use it in simple 'This is a...' sentences. For example, 'This is a rectangular table' (In yek miz-e mostatili ast). Focus on the connection between the object and its shape. You don't need to worry about complex grammar yet; just remember it describes things that look like a box or a smartphone screen. It's one of the essential 'building block' words for describing your room or your house.
At the A2 level, you begin to use 'mostatili' to provide more specific information during daily tasks. For instance, when describing your lost wallet or choosing furniture at a store. You should be comfortable using the Ezafe construction correctly (e.g., 'kif-e mostatili' for a rectangular bag). You will also start to see this word in simple reading passages about architecture or geography. You can now use it to compare objects, perhaps saying one table is rectangular while another is round. You should also be able to answer questions like 'What shape is your phone?' (Gushi-ye shoma che shekli ast?) using this word.
At the B1 level, you can use 'mostatili' in more detailed descriptions and narratives. You might describe the layout of a city or the design of a traditional Persian carpet. You will understand how the word is used in slightly more formal contexts, such as a news report describing a 'rectangular area' of a park. You should also be able to use it with adverbs, like 'kamalan mostatili' (perfectly rectangular). At this stage, you should start recognizing the root 'mostatil' in other related words and understand how the suffix '-i' works to create adjectives from many other geometric shapes.
At the B2 level, 'mostatili' becomes a tool for precise technical or artistic description. You can discuss the aesthetics of 'mostatili' vs 'gerd' (round) designs in modern architecture. You will encounter the word in academic texts or professional environments, such as engineering or design specifications. You should be able to explain the difference between 'mostatili' and its synonyms like 'chahar-gush' in terms of register and nuance. Your usage should be fluid, and you should be able to use it in complex sentences involving multiple adjectives and relative clauses without hesitation.
At the C1 level, you have a deep understanding of the word's nuances. You might use 'mostatili' in a metaphorical or highly technical sense, perhaps in a discussion about urban planning or the 'rectangular grid' (shabake-ye mostatili) of a city's streets. You can appreciate its use in literature where shape might symbolize order or rigidity. You are also aware of the word's Arabic etymology and how it relates to other words in the 't-w-l' (length) root family. Your pronunciation and placement of the word within sophisticated sentence structures are indistinguishable from a native speaker's.
At the C2 level, 'mostatili' is used with total mastery across all domains, from high-level mathematical discourse to abstract philosophical discussions about form and space. You can use the word to critique art, discuss the history of Persian architecture (such as the rectangular 'iwan'), or translate complex technical documents with perfect accuracy. You understand the subtle historical shifts in how geometric terms have been used in Persian literature over the centuries. You can effortlessly switch between 'mostatili' and more archaic or poetic terms depending on the audience and purpose of your communication.

مستطیلی 30秒で

  • Mostatili means 'rectangular' in Persian. It describes objects with four sides and right angles.
  • It is formed by adding the suffix '-i' to 'mostatil' (rectangle).
  • In sentences, it usually follows the noun it describes, linked by the Ezafe sound.
  • Commonly used for furniture, screens, windows, and carpets in daily Persian conversation.

The Persian word مستطیلی (pronounced as 'mostatili') is a fundamental descriptive adjective used to characterize the geometric shape of an object. In English, it translates directly to rectangular or having the form of a rectangle. This word is constructed by taking the noun مستطیل (mostatil), which means 'rectangle', and appending the Persian suffix ی (known as the 'ye-ye nesbat'), which functions similarly to the English suffixes '-al', '-ic', or '-ar' to transform a noun into an adjective of relation or quality.

Geometric Precision
In technical and mathematical contexts, mostatili describes any four-sided polygon where opposite sides are parallel and equal, and all internal angles are right angles. Whether you are discussing a building's footprint, a smartphone screen, or a sheet of paper, this is the precise term to use.
Everyday Application
In daily life, Iranians use mostatili to describe common household items. Since many rugs, tables, and windows follow this shape, the word is ubiquitous in interior design and shopping. If you are looking for a specific type of dining table, you might specify that you want a miz-e mostatili.
Visual Arts and Design
In the world of Persian art, specifically in miniature painting or carpet weaving, the frame or 'hashiyeh' often takes a mostatili form. Understanding this word helps in describing the layout of traditional Persian gardens (Bagh), which frequently utilize rectangular plots and water channels.

ما یک سفره مستطیلی بزرگ برای مهمانی پهن کردیم.

Translation: We spread a large rectangular tablecloth for the party.

When people use this word, they are often distinguishing an object from other common shapes like morabba-i (square), dayere-i (circular), or mosallasi (triangular). It is a neutral, descriptive term that carries no particular emotional weight, making it safe for all registers of speech, from formal architectural presentations to casual conversations about furniture. It is also important to note that because it ends in a 'ye' sound, when it follows a noun in an Ezafe construction, the transition is smooth: miz-e mostatili.

گوشی‌های هوشمند معمولاً شکلی مستطیلی دارند.

Translation: Smartphones usually have a rectangular shape.

او یک جعبه مستطیلی کادو داد.

Translation: He/She gave a rectangular gift box.

استخر این هتل مستطیلی و بسیار عمیق است.

Translation: This hotel's pool is rectangular and very deep.

کتاب‌های درسی معمولاً در قطع مستطیلی چاپ می‌شوند.

Translation: Textbooks are usually printed in a rectangular format.

Using مستطیلی in a sentence requires an understanding of basic Persian syntax, specifically how adjectives interact with nouns and verbs. As an adjective, its primary role is to modify a noun to provide more detail about its physical appearance. In Persian, the adjective almost always follows the noun it modifies, connected by the Ezafe vowel (usually an '-e' or '-ye' sound).

Attributive Usage (Noun + Adjective)
This is the most common way to use the word. You mention the object first, add the Ezafe, and then add mostatili. For example, 'a rectangular room' becomes otaq-e mostatili. Note that if the noun ends in a vowel like 'h' (silent) or 'a', the Ezafe becomes 'ye', as in khaneh-ye mostatili (rectangular house).
Predicative Usage (Subject + Verb)
You can also use mostatili to describe a subject using a linking verb like 'to be' (budan). For example: In miz mostatili ast (This table is rectangular). In this structure, the word functions as a complement to the subject.
Comparative and Superlative
While it is rare to say something is 'more rectangular' than something else in English, in Persian, you can technically add -tar or -tarin. However, it is more common to use phrases like 'more like a rectangle' (bishtar shabih-e mostatil) if you are comparing shapes that aren't perfect rectangles.

In complex sentences, mostatili can be part of a larger noun phrase. For instance, 'The large rectangular wooden table' would be miz-e chubi-ye mostatili-ye bozorg. Notice how multiple adjectives are chained together using the Ezafe. The order of adjectives in Persian can be somewhat flexible, but shape often comes before size or after material.

نقشه شهر به صورت مستطیلی طراحی شده است.

Translation: The city map is designed in a rectangular form.

When describing dimensions, mostatili is often paired with measurements. For example, 'A rectangular plot of land measuring 20 by 30 meters' would be zamini-ye mostatili be ab'ad-e bist dar si metr. This is particularly useful in real estate and construction contexts.

The word مستطیلی is not confined to textbooks; it is a word of the physical world. You will encounter it in various professional and social environments across the Persian-speaking world. Understanding the context helps in recognizing its utility.

In the Bazaar and Shopping Malls
If you are shopping for a carpet in the Grand Bazaar of Tehran, the seller will inevitably ask about the shape of your room. They might say, 'Do you want a farsh-e mostatili (rectangular carpet) or a gerd (round) one?' Similarly, when buying trays (sini), picture frames (ghab-e aks), or mirrors (ayeneh), this word is the standard way to specify the shape.
In Engineering and Architecture
Architects and civil engineers frequently use this term when discussing floor plans, column cross-sections, or window designs. In a construction site, a supervisor might tell a worker to pour concrete into a ghaleb-e mostatili (rectangular mold). It is a precise term that leaves no room for ambiguity in technical drawings.
Digital Media and Technology
With the rise of smartphones and tablets, mostatili is used to describe screen aspect ratios. Tech reviewers on YouTube or in Persian tech blogs often discuss the safhe-namayesh-e mostatili (rectangular display) and how it affects the ergonomics of the device.

Furthermore, in schools, children learn this word early in geometry class. It's one of the first shapes taught after the circle and square. Teachers will ask students to 'draw a rectangular shape' (yek shekl-e mostatili bekeshid). Therefore, it's a word that bridges the gap between childhood learning and professional adult life.

بشقاب‌های مستطیلی برای سرو کباب بسیار مناسب هستند.

Translation: Rectangular plates are very suitable for serving kebab.

In culinary contexts, Persian cuisine often involves presentation. You might hear a chef or a host describe a serving platter as dis-e mostatili. Because long skewers of kebab are a staple, rectangular platters are actually more common than round ones for certain dishes.

Even though مستطیلی is a relatively straightforward adjective, learners of Persian often make specific errors when integrating it into their speech. Recognizing these pitfalls early can significantly improve your fluency.

Confusing Noun and Adjective
The most common mistake is using the noun mostatil (rectangle) where the adjective mostatili (rectangular) is required. For example, saying 'miz-e mostatil' is grammatically incorrect in most contexts; it should be miz-e mostatili. Remember: the noun is the shape itself, the adjective is the quality of having that shape.
Ezafe Omission
Beginners often forget to use the Ezafe to link the noun and the adjective. Saying 'miz mostatili' sounds like 'table rectangular' without the 'of' or 'is' connection. Always ensure the 'e' or 'ye' sound is present: miz-e mostatili.
Misuse with 'Square'
While a square is mathematically a type of rectangle, in Persian (as in English), mostatili specifically implies that the sides are unequal. If you describe a square table as mostatili, a native speaker will be confused and might correct you with morabba-i.

Another subtle mistake involves the pronunciation of the 'o' sound. Some learners pronounce it like 'mu-statili' or 'ma-statili'. The correct pronunciation starts with a short 'o' sound, similar to the 'o' in 'most'. Practicing the word as mos-ta-ti-li will help you sound more natural.

To truly master Persian vocabulary, it is helpful to see how مستطیلی fits into the broader landscape of shape-related words. Persian has several ways to describe geometric forms, some more formal than others.

Mostatili vs. Chahar-gush
مستطیلی: The standard, modern, and precise word for rectangular.
چهارگوش: Literally 'four-cornered'. This is a more traditional or informal term. While it often refers to a square, it can be used generically for any rectangular shape. In modern usage, it's more common in literature or when describing simple objects like a handkerchief.
Mostatili vs. Morabba-i
مستطیلی: Unequal adjacent sides.
مربعی: Square. All sides are equal. This is the most common word learners confuse with mostatili. If you aren't sure, look at the length! If it's elongated, it's mostatili.
Mostatili vs. Lozi
مستطیلی: Right angles.
لوزی: Rhombus or diamond-shaped. This is important in Persian tile work (kashi-kari). A rectangular tile is kashi-ye mostatili, while a diamond one is kashi-ye lozi.

If you want to describe something that is 'somewhat' rectangular, you can use the phrase be shekl-e mostatil (in the shape of a rectangle). This is a slightly more wordy but very common alternative. For example, 'The park is shaped like a rectangle' would be Park be shekl-e mostatil ast.

پنجره‌های قدیمی معمولاً مستطیلی ایستاده بودند، اما پنجره‌های مدرن گاهی افقی هستند.

Translation: Old windows were usually vertical rectangular, but modern windows are sometimes horizontal.

How Formal Is It?

豆知識

The root 't-w-l' also gives us the word 'tul' (length) in Persian. So, a rectangle is literally an 'elongated' shape compared to the 'perfect' square.

発音ガイド

UK /mos.tæ.ti.liː/
US /mɑːs.tæ.ti.liː/
On the last syllable: mos-ta-ti-LI.
韻が合う語
فامیلی (famili - family) تعطیلی (tatili - holiday/closing) تحصیلی (tahsili - academic) تکمیلی (takmili - supplementary) زبیلی (zabili - related to Zabil) قندیلی (ghandili - icicle-like) ترتیلی (tartili - melodic recitation) تبدیلی (tabdili - converted)
よくある間違い
  • Pronouncing 'mos' as 'mous' (rhyming with mouse).
  • Omitting the final 'i' sound, making it just 'mostatil' (the noun).
  • Stressing the first syllable instead of the last.
  • Pronouncing 'ta' as 'tay'.
  • Mixing it up with 'mostaqim' (straight).

難易度

読解 2/5

Easy to recognize due to the distinct 'mostatil' root.

ライティング 3/5

Requires correct spelling of the 't' (ط) and the 's' (س).

スピーキング 2/5

Pronunciation is melodic and follows standard patterns.

リスニング 2/5

Clear sounds, though can be confused with other 'm' words initially.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

مستطیل (rectangle) شکل (shape) میز (table) فرش (carpet) است (is)

次に学ぶ

مربعی (square) دایره‌ای (circular) مثلثی (triangular) بیضی (oval)

上級

ذوزنقه (trapezoid) متوازی‌الاضلاع (parallelogram) ابعاد (dimensions)

知っておくべき文法

Ezafe Construction

میزِ مستطیلی (miz-e mostatili)

Adjective Suffix -i

مستطیل + ی = مستطیلی

Adjective Position

Always after the noun in Persian.

No Gender Agreement

Used the same way for all nouns.

No Number Agreement

Adjective stays singular even if noun is plural.

レベル別の例文

1

این میز مستطیلی است.

This table is rectangular.

Subject + Noun + Adjective + Verb (ast).

2

من یک جعبه مستطیلی دارم.

I have a rectangular box.

Object (with Ezafe) + Verb (daram).

3

کتاب مستطیلی است.

The book is rectangular.

Basic descriptive sentence.

4

این یک پنجره مستطیلی است.

This is a rectangular window.

Demonstrative 'in' + Noun phrase.

5

پاک‌کن من مستطیلی است.

My eraser is rectangular.

Possessive 'man' + shape adjective.

6

یک کاغذ مستطیلی بردار.

Pick up a rectangular paper.

Imperative sentence.

7

بشقاب مستطیلی کجاست؟

Where is the rectangular plate?

Question with 'koja'.

8

آن کیف مستطیلی بزرگ است.

That rectangular bag is big.

Two adjectives describing one noun.

1

او یک قاب عکس مستطیلی خرید.

He/she bought a rectangular photo frame.

Past tense verb 'kharid'.

2

لطفاً آن شکل مستطیلی را رنگ کن.

Please color that rectangular shape.

Object marker 'ra' used after the adjective.

3

میز ناهارخوری ما مستطیلی است.

Our dining table is rectangular.

Compound noun 'miz-e naharkhori'.

4

تلویزیون‌ها معمولاً مستطیلی هستند.

Televisions are usually rectangular.

Plural subject and verb.

5

این باغچه کوچک و مستطیلی است.

This garden plot is small and rectangular.

Joining two adjectives with 'o' (and).

6

آیا این فرش مستطیلی است یا گرد؟

Is this carpet rectangular or round?

Alternative question using 'ya'.

7

من به یک جعبه مستطیلی نیاز دارم.

I need a rectangular box.

Phrase 'niyaz daram' (I need).

8

نقشه روی یک کاغذ مستطیلی بود.

The map was on a rectangular paper.

Preposition 'ru-ye' (on).

1

ساختمان‌های جدید اغلب ظاهری مستطیلی دارند.

New buildings often have a rectangular appearance.

Adverb 'aghab' (often).

2

او با دقت یک کادر مستطیلی دور متن کشید.

He carefully drew a rectangular frame around the text.

Adverbial phrase 'ba deghat' (with care).

3

بیشتر زمین‌های کشاورزی در این منطقه مستطیلی هستند.

Most agricultural lands in this area are rectangular.

Quantifier 'bishtar' (most).

4

طراحی مستطیلی این گوشی باعث شده خوش‌دست باشد.

The rectangular design of this phone makes it easy to hold.

Causal construction 'ba'es shodeh'.

5

در مرکز میدان، یک حوض مستطیلی قرار دارد.

In the center of the square, there is a rectangular pool.

Locative phrase 'dar markaz-e'.

6

او ترجیح می‌دهد از بشقاب‌های مستطیلی استفاده کند.

He prefers to use rectangular plates.

Verb 'tarjih dadan' (to prefer).

7

این قطعه سنگ مستطیلی برای کف‌پوش مناسب است.

This rectangular piece of stone is suitable for flooring.

Noun 'ghetheh' (piece).

8

او یک تکه پارچه مستطیلی برید.

She cut a rectangular piece of cloth.

Simple past tense.

1

معمار برای استفاده بهینه از فضا، اتاق را مستطیلی طراحی کرد.

The architect designed the room rectangularly to optimize space.

Purpose clause 'baraye estefade-ye behineh'.

2

برش‌های مستطیلی کیک، چیدمان آن را زیباتر می‌کند.

Rectangular slices of cake make its arrangement more beautiful.

Plural noun acting as subject.

3

این نمایشگر مستطیلی دارای وضوح تصویر بسیار بالایی است.

This rectangular display has a very high image resolution.

Relative adjective 'daraye' (having).

4

در معماری سنتی، حیاط‌های مستطیلی نقش مهمی داشتند.

In traditional architecture, rectangular courtyards played an important role.

Historical context usage.

5

او اشیاء مستطیلی را با نظم خاصی روی قفسه چید.

He arranged the rectangular objects on the shelf with a specific order.

Verb 'chidan' (to arrange).

6

پنجره‌های مستطیلی بزرگ، نور زیادی را به داخل هدایت می‌کنند.

Large rectangular windows guide a lot of light inside.

Complex subject with multiple modifiers.

7

او از یک قالب مستطیلی برای پختن نان استفاده کرد.

She used a rectangular mold for baking the bread.

Instrumental 'az... estefade kard'.

8

این فرش مستطیلی با طرح‌های اسلیمی تزیین شده است.

This rectangular carpet is decorated with Eslimi patterns.

Passive construction 'tazyin shodeh ast'.

1

الگوی مستطیلی خیابان‌های این شهر، مسیریابی را برای گردشگران آسان کرده است.

The rectangular pattern of this city's streets has made navigation easy for tourists.

Abstract noun 'olgu' (pattern).

2

ساختار مستطیلی این قطعه الکترونیکی، جایگذاری آن را در مدار دشوار می‌کند.

The rectangular structure of this electronic component makes its placement in the circuit difficult.

Gerund 'jay-gozari' (placement).

3

نویسنده در این فصل، از استعاره‌های مستطیلی برای توصیف محدودیت‌های ذهنی استفاده می‌کند.

In this chapter, the author uses rectangular metaphors to describe mental limitations.

Metaphorical usage.

4

برخلاف طرح‌های منحنی، خطوط مستطیلی حس ثبات و مدرنیته را القا می‌کنند.

Unlike curved designs, rectangular lines convey a sense of stability and modernity.

Contrastive 'bar-khalafe'.

5

او با استفاده از یک عدسی مستطیلی، زاویه دید دوربین را تغییر داد.

By using a rectangular lens, he changed the camera's field of view.

Technical terminology.

6

توزیع مستطیلی داده‌ها در این نمودار نشان‌دهنده یکنواختی متغیرهاست.

The rectangular distribution of data in this chart indicates the uniformity of variables.

Scientific/Statistical context.

7

در این نقاشی انتزاعی، سطوح مستطیلی با رنگ‌های تند با هم تداخل دارند.

In this abstract painting, rectangular surfaces with bold colors overlap each other.

Artistic description.

8

قاب‌بندی مستطیلی تصویر در سینما، تمرکز مخاطب را بر جزئیات افزایش می‌دهد.

The rectangular framing of the image in cinema increases the audience's focus on details.

Cinematic terminology.

1

تصلب و انعطاف‌ناپذیری در اندیشه او، با فضاهای مستطیلی و بسته‌ای که در آن زندگی می‌کرد، گره خورده بود.

The rigidity and inflexibility in his thought were intertwined with the rectangular and closed spaces in which he lived.

Philosophical/Literary depth.

2

تقارن مستطیلی در معماری هخامنشی، نمادی از نظم کیهانی و اقتدار پادشاهی تلقی می‌شد.

Rectangular symmetry in Achaemenid architecture was considered a symbol of cosmic order and royal authority.

Historical/Symbolic analysis.

3

تحلیل ابعاد مستطیلی در فیزیک کوانتوم می‌تواند به درک بهتر رفتار ذرات در چاه‌های پتانسیل کمک کند.

The analysis of rectangular dimensions in quantum physics can help in better understanding particle behavior in potential wells.

Advanced scientific context.

4

او در رساله خود به بررسی تطبیقی فرم‌های مستطیلی در هنرهای تجسمی شرق و غرب پرداخت.

In his thesis, he engaged in a comparative study of rectangular forms in Eastern and Western visual arts.

Academic research register.

5

استحاله فرم‌های طبیعی به حجم‌های مستطیلی، از ویژگی‌های بارز سبک کوبیسم در نقاشی است.

The transformation of natural forms into rectangular volumes is a prominent feature of the Cubist style in painting.

Art history terminology.

6

پیکربندی مستطیلی پایگاه داده، جستجوی اطلاعات را در مقیاس‌های بزرگ تسهیل می‌کند.

The rectangular configuration of the database facilitates information retrieval at large scales.

Informatics/Data science context.

7

برهم‌کنش میدان‌های مغناطیسی در یک محفظه مستطیلی، نتایج غیرمنتظره‌ای را به همراه داشت.

The interaction of magnetic fields in a rectangular chamber yielded unexpected results.

Experimental physics register.

8

او با ظرافتی بی‌نظیر، تناسبات مستطیلی طلایی را در طراحی جواهرات خود به کار گرفت.

With unparalleled elegance, he applied golden rectangular proportions in his jewelry design.

High-end design/Aesthetics.

よく使う組み合わせ

میز مستطیلی
ظرف مستطیلی
قاب مستطیلی
استخر مستطیلی
صفحه مستطیلی
فرش مستطیلی
پنجره مستطیلی
جعبه مستطیلی
برش مستطیلی
فضای مستطیلی

よく使うフレーズ

به شکل مستطیلی

— In a rectangular shape.

زمین را به شکل مستطیلی تقسیم کردند.

قطع مستطیلی

— Rectangular format (usually for books or paper).

این مجله در قطع مستطیلی چاپ شده است.

کادر مستطیلی

— Rectangular frame or border.

دور عکس یک کادر مستطیلی بکشید.

طرح مستطیلی

— Rectangular design or layout.

او طرح مستطیلی را برای خانه ترجیح می‌دهد.

قالب مستطیلی

— Rectangular mold.

ژله را در قالب مستطیلی بریز.

بافت مستطیلی

— Rectangular weave or texture.

این پارچه بافت مستطیلی ریزی دارد.

نمای مستطیلی

— Rectangular view or facade.

نمای مستطیلی ساختمان بسیار مدرن است.

برچسب مستطیلی

— Rectangular label or sticker.

یک برچسب مستطیلی روی کارتن بزن.

آینه مستطیلی

— Rectangular mirror.

آینه مستطیلی اتاق را بزرگتر نشان می‌دهد.

بلوک مستطیلی

— Rectangular block.

دیوار از بلوک‌های مستطیلی ساخته شده است.

よく混同される語

مستطیلی vs مربعی (morabba-i)

Means square. Rectangles have unequal sides, squares have equal sides.

مستطیلی vs مستقیم (mostaqim)

Means straight. It refers to direction, not a 4-sided shape.

مستطیلی vs مستطیل (mostatil)

This is the noun (rectangle). Use 'mostatili' as the adjective.

慣用句と表現

"زندگی در چهارچوب مستطیلی"

— Living a rigid, structured, or limited life (Metaphorical).

او از زندگی در چهارچوب‌های مستطیلی و تکراری خسته شده بود.

Literary
"دنیا را مستطیلی دیدن"

— To see the world in a very logical or limited way, lacking creativity.

او همه چیز را مستطیلی می‌بیند و هیچ انعطافی ندارد.

Informal

間違えやすい

مستطیلی vs مربعی

Both are 4-sided shapes.

Mostatili is elongated; Morabba-i is perfectly equal on all sides.

این میز مربعی است، اما آن یکی مستطیلی.

مستطیلی vs مستقیم

Similar starting sound.

Mostaqim is about path/direction; Mostatili is about shape.

مسیر مستقیم است، اما زمین مستطیلی.

مستطیلی vs مثلثی

Geometric adjective suffix.

Mosallasi has 3 sides; Mostatili has 4 sides.

برش‌های مثلثی پیتزا و برش‌های مستطیلی کیک.

مستطیلی vs بیضی

Both are elongated shapes.

Beyzi is curved; Mostatili has sharp corners and straight lines.

بشقاب بیضی برای ماهی و مستطیلی برای کباب.

مستطیلی vs لوزی

Both are 4-sided quadrilaterals.

Lozi (rhombus) has slanted angles; Mostatili has 90-degree angles.

کاشی‌های لوزی و آجرهای مستطیلی.

文型パターン

A1

[Noun] [Adjective] ast.

میز مستطیلی است.

A2

In [Noun]-e [Adjective] ast.

این میزِ مستطیلی است.

B1

Man [Noun]-e [Adjective] daram.

من یک کیف مستطیلی دارم.

B2

[Noun]-ha-ye [Adjective] [Verb].

پنجره‌های مستطیلی نور زیادی دارند.

C1

Be dalil-e [Noun]-e [Adjective]...

به دلیلِ طراحی مستطیلی...

C2

Tarkib-e [Noun] va [Adjective]...

ترکیب فضا و فرم مستطیلی...

A2

Aya [Noun] [Adjective] ast?

آیا فرش مستطیلی است؟

B1

Lotfan [Noun]-e [Adjective] ra [Verb].

لطفاً ظرف مستطیلی را بیاور.

語族

名詞

مستطیل (mostatil) - rectangle

動詞

مستطیل کردن (mostatil kardan) - to make rectangular (rare)

形容詞

مستطیلی (mostatili) - rectangular

関連

چهارضلعی (quadrilateral)
زاویه (angle)
ضلع (side)
هندسه (geometry)
مربع (square)

使い方

frequency

Very common in daily and technical Persian.

よくある間違い
  • میز مستطیل میز مستطیلی

    You must use the adjective form with the '-i' suffix to describe a noun.

  • پنجره مستطیلیه پنجره مستطیلی است

    In formal writing, use 'ast'. In spoken Persian, 'mostatili-ye' is a contraction, but don't confuse it with the Ezafe.

  • Mostaqili Mostatili

    Don't mix up the 't' and 'q' sounds; they are very different in Persian.

  • مستطیلی میز میز مستطیلی

    Adjectives must come after the noun in Persian.

  • Stressing the first syllable. Stress the last syllable.

    In Persian, the stress in adjectives like this is almost always on the final 'i'.

ヒント

The Suffix Rule

Adding 'i' to nouns to make adjectives is a very common pattern. Learn 'mostatil' -> 'mostatili' and you'll understand 'morabba' -> 'morabba-i' too!

The Ezafe Flow

When saying 'miz-e mostatili', let the 'e' sound flow quickly into the 'm' of 'mostatili' for a natural sound.

Visual Learning

Label rectangular items in your house with a sticky note saying 'مستطیلی' to reinforce the word.

Spelling Hint

Remember: 'Mostatili' has two different 's' sounds in Arabic, but in Persian, we use 's' (س) and 't' (ط). Focus on the 'ط'.

Home Decor

In Persian interior design, 'mostatili' objects are often used to create a sense of order and length in a room.

Architecture

Notice the rectangular shapes in Persian mosques and gardens; they often use this word to describe the layout.

Geometry Class

If you ever take a math class in Persian, this word will be used constantly along with 'arz' (width) and 'tul' (length).

Buying Carpets

This is a 'must-know' word for carpet shopping. Most Persian rugs are 'mostatili'.

The 'Tall' Connection

Think of the root 'tul' (length) inside 'mostatili' to remember it's the 'long' shape.

Ending Sound

The 'i' at the end is like the 'y' in 'sunny' or 'funny'. It's a high, clear sound.

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記憶術

Think of a 'MOST' 'TALL' 'i' (Mostatili). A rectangle is like a square that wanted to be 'MOST TALL' or 'MOST LONG'.

視覚的連想

Visualize a classic Persian carpet. Most of them are rectangular. Associate the word 'mostatili' with the shape of a rug on the floor.

Word Web

Rectangle Table Screen Window Paper Box Carpet Phone

チャレンジ

Look around your room right now. Find 5 objects that are 'mostatili' and say their names aloud in Persian (e.g., 'miz-e mostatili', 'ketab-e mostatili').

語源

Derived from the Arabic word 'mustatil' (مستطیل), which is the active participle of the tenth form of the root 't-w-l' (طول), meaning length. It literally means 'something that has been elongated'.

元の意味: Elongated or stretched out.

Semitic root (Arabic), borrowed into Indo-European (Persian).

文化的な背景

No specific sensitivities; it is a neutral geometric term.

In English, we use 'rectangular' for everything from math to pizza. In Persian, 'mostatili' is equally versatile.

The rectangular layout of Persepolis Traditional rectangular 'Howz' pools in Kashan gardens The 'mostatili' shape of the Iranian flag

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実際の使用場面

Furniture Shopping

  • میز مستطیلی دارید؟
  • فرش مستطیلی بزرگ
  • تخت مستطیلی
  • کمد مستطیلی

School/Geometry

  • محیط مستطیل
  • مساحت مستطیل
  • ضلع مستطیلی
  • زوایای مستطیلی

Architecture

  • پلان مستطیلی
  • ستون مستطیلی
  • حیاط مستطیلی
  • سقف مستطیلی

Art/Design

  • بوم مستطیلی
  • کادر مستطیلی
  • ترکیب‌بندی مستطیلی
  • قالب مستطیلی

Technology

  • نمایشگر مستطیلی
  • باتری مستطیلی
  • دکمه مستطیلی
  • آیکون مستطیلی

会話のきっかけ

"آیا میز ناهارخوری شما مستطیلی است یا گرد؟ (Is your dining table rectangular or round?)"

"به نظر شما فرش مستطیلی برای این اتاق بهتر نیست؟ (Don't you think a rectangular carpet is better for this room?)"

"چرا بیشتر گوشی‌ها شکل مستطیلی دارند؟ (Why do most phones have a rectangular shape?)"

"آیا می‌توانید یک جعبه مستطیلی کوچک برای من پیدا کنید؟ (Can you find a small rectangular box for me?)"

"این پنجره مستطیلی نمای خیلی خوبی دارد، اینطور نیست؟ (This rectangular window has a great view, doesn't it?)"

日記のテーマ

اشیاء مستطیلی اطراف خود را توصیف کنید. (Describe the rectangular objects around you.)

چرا معماران ترجیح می‌دهند اتاق‌ها را مستطیلی بسازند؟ (Why do architects prefer to build rooms rectangularly?)

اگر دنیا هیچ شکل مستطیلی نداشت، چه اتفاقی می‌افتاد؟ (What would happen if the world had no rectangular shapes?)

تفاوت حس یک میز گرد با یک میز مستطیلی در مهمانی چیست؟ (What is the difference in feeling between a round table and a rectangular table at a party?)

یک خاطره در مورد یک جعبه مستطیلی مرموز بنویسید. (Write a memory about a mysterious rectangular box.)

よくある質問

10 問

Mostatil is the noun 'rectangle'. Mostatili is the adjective 'rectangular'. Use 'mostatil' when naming the shape and 'mostatili' when describing an object.

You say 'miz-e mostatili'. The 'e' is the Ezafe that connects the noun to the adjective.

Technically yes in geometry, but in daily life, people use 'morabba-i' for squares and 'mostatili' for rectangles with unequal sides.

Yes, but 'chahar-gush' is more informal or traditional. 'Mostatili' is more modern and precise.

No, Persian adjectives do not change for number. 'Miz-ha-ye mostatili' (rectangular tables) uses the same form.

It is written with 'ط' (ta), but in modern Persian, it is pronounced exactly like a regular 't'.

You usually use a phrase like 'be surat-e mostatili' or 'به شکل مستطیلی'.

Carpets (farsh), tables (miz), windows (panjereh), and smartphone screens (safhe-namayesh).

It's a short 'o' as in 'most', not a long 'u' or 'aw' sound.

Rarely, as geometric terms are more common in prose or technical writing, but it can be used to describe formal gardens.

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writing

Describe your smartphone screen using the word 'mostatili'.

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Write a sentence about a rectangular carpet in your room.

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Describe a rectangular dining table with 6 chairs.

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Explain why windows are usually rectangular.

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Write a short paragraph about the layout of a rectangular garden.

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Compare a round table and a rectangular table in Persian.

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Describe a rectangular gift box you received.

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Use 'mostatili' to describe a city's street grid.

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Write an advertisement for a rectangular mirror.

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Describe a traditional Persian courtyard with a rectangular pool.

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Write a sentence about a rectangular piece of paper.

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Describe a rectangular building facade.

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How would you ask for a rectangular plate in a store?

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Describe a rectangular bookshelf.

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Use 'mostatili' in a sentence about geometry class.

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Describe a rectangular swimming pool.

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Describe a rectangular painting frame.

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Write about a rectangular plot of land.

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Describe a rectangular laptop screen.

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Describe a rectangular tray used for tea.

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speaking

Say 'This table is rectangular' in Persian.

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Ask 'Is this carpet rectangular?'

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Say 'I need a rectangular box.'

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Describe your window's shape in Persian.

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Say 'The smartphone screen is rectangular.'

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Ask for a rectangular plate at a restaurant.

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Describe a rectangular swimming pool's size.

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Say 'I prefer rectangular furniture.'

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Talk about the rectangular grid of city streets.

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Describe a rectangular photo frame.

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Say 'The cake was cut into rectangular pieces.'

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Describe a rectangular garden layout.

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Say 'Most books are rectangular.'

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Ask 'Do you have a rectangular mirror?'

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Say 'The building has a rectangular facade.'

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listening

Listen to the word: 'Mostatili'. What shape is it?

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Listen: 'Miz-e mostatili'. What object is being described?

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Listen: 'In kif mostatili ast'. Is the bag round?

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Listen: 'Farsh-e mostatili-ye bozorg'. How many adjectives describe the carpet?

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Listen: 'Gushi-ye man safhe-ye mostatili darad'. What part of the phone is described?

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Listen: 'Panjereh-ha-ye mostatili'. Is it one window or many?

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Listen: 'Ghalab-e mostatili baraye cake'. What is the mold for?

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Listen: 'Trah-e mostatili-ye shahr'. What is described?

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Listen: 'Dis-e mostatili-ye kabab'. What is on the tray?

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Listen: 'Ghab-e aks-e mostatili'. What is the frame for?

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Listen: 'Ayeneh-ye mostatili-ye ghadimi'. Is the mirror new?

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Listen: 'Otaq-e mostatili'. What room shape is it?

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Listen: 'Zamin-e mostatili-ye football'. Is the field square?

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Listen: 'Kadr-e mostatili-ye ghermez'. What color is the frame?

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Listen: 'Sini-ye mostatili'. What is used for serving?

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