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A polite invitation for someone to take a seat.
문화적 배경
In the Gulf, the 'Majlis' is the center of social life. When you are told 'Tafaddal,' you should wait for the host to indicate which cushion or chair to take, as there is often an unspoken hierarchy of seating. Levantine hosts are known for being very insistent. They might say 'Tafaddal' multiple times. It's polite to decline slightly the first time and then accept when they insist. Egyptians often use 'Itfaddal' (the dialect version). It is used very broadly—not just for sitting, but for offering food, entering a door, or even starting a conversation. In Morocco and Tunisia, hospitality is often accompanied by the phrase 'Marhaba' (Welcome). 'Tafaddal' is used, but the focus is often on making the guest feel like family immediately.
The Palm Gesture
Always use an open palm gesture toward the chair when saying this. Pointing with one finger is considered rude.
Gender Matters
If you say 'Tafaddal' to a woman, it's not a huge mistake, but 'Tafaddali' shows you really know the language.
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A polite invitation for someone to take a seat.
The Palm Gesture
Always use an open palm gesture toward the chair when saying this. Pointing with one finger is considered rude.
Gender Matters
If you say 'Tafaddal' to a woman, it's not a huge mistake, but 'Tafaddali' shows you really know the language.
The 'Wait' Rule
In very formal settings, wait for the guest to actually start sitting before you finish the phrase or sit down yourself.
Follow up
In Arabic culture, 'Please sit' is almost always followed by 'What would you like to drink?' Be prepared for the next step!
셀프 테스트
Choose the correct form to use when speaking to a female guest.
يا سارة، _______ بالجلوس.
When speaking to a female (singular), you must add the 'Ya' (ي) to the end of the imperative 'Tafaddal' to make it 'Tafaddali'.
Complete the phrase with the correct verbal noun.
تفضل بالـ_______.
The preposition 'bi' requires a noun. 'Juloos' is the verbal noun (Masdar) of the verb 'to sit'.
What is the most polite response for the host in this situation?
Guest: السلام عليكم. Host: وعليكم السلام! أهلاً بك. ________.
'Tafaddal bil-juloos' is the standard polite invitation to a guest after the initial greeting.
Match the phrase to the correct group of people.
تفضلوا بالجلوس يا _______.
'Tafaddaloo' is the plural form, so it must be used with a group like 'my friends' (أصدقائي).
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시각 학습 자료
When to use 'Tafaddal'
At Home
- • Guests
- • Family dinner
- • New neighbors
At Work
- • Interviews
- • Meetings
- • Clients
In Public
- • Bus seats
- • Waiting rooms
- • Queues
Gender Agreement
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제يا سارة، _______ بالجلوس.
When speaking to a female (singular), you must add the 'Ya' (ي) to the end of the imperative 'Tafaddal' to make it 'Tafaddali'.
تفضل بالـ_______.
The preposition 'bi' requires a noun. 'Juloos' is the verbal noun (Masdar) of the verb 'to sit'.
Guest: السلام عليكم. Host: وعليكم السلام! أهلاً بك. ________.
'Tafaddal bil-juloos' is the standard polite invitation to a guest after the initial greeting.
تفضلوا بالجلوس يا _______.
'Tafaddaloo' is the plural form, so it must be used with a group like 'my friends' (أصدقائي).
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes! In 90% of real-life situations, just saying 'Tafaddal' while pointing to a chair is perfectly natural and polite.
The base form 'Tafaddal' is for men. For women, use 'Tafaddali'. For a group, use 'Tafaddaloo'.
You can add 'Ya sayyidi' (my lord/sir) or 'Ya sitti' (my lady) at the end.
Only with children, students in a classroom, or close friends in a very casual way. Otherwise, it's too blunt.
Yes, everyone in the Arab world understands this Fusha (Standard) version, even if they use a dialect version at home.
Usually 'Shukran' (Thank you) or 'Barak Allah feek' (God bless you).
Absolutely. It is the most polite way to do so.
It's a grammatical requirement. The verb 'Tafaddal' often takes the preposition 'bi' to connect to the action you are inviting someone to do.
It is 'juloos' (the noun). 'Jalis' means 'someone who is sitting.'
Yes, if you are writing an invitation to an event, you can use it to describe the seating arrangements.
관련 표현
تفضل بالدخول
similarPlease enter
استريح
synonymRest / Make yourself comfortable
على الرحب والسعة
builds onYou are most welcome
اجلس
contrastSit!
تفضل بقبول فائق الاحترام
specialized formPlease accept my highest respect
