A1 Idiom 비격식체

چشم بسته غیب گفتن

cheshm baste gheybe goftan

To guess correctly

To make an accurate prediction or statement without having any prior knowledge.

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문화적 배경

Iranians often use 'Ma'koos' (inverse) speech. Saying something grand to describe something small is a common form of humor. Many Persian idioms come from Sufi and mystical traditions. Terms like 'Gheyb' (unseen) and 'Kashf' (discovery) are frequently used in daily slang. While sarcasm is common, it is strictly horizontal. You can say this to a cousin, but never to a grandfather, as it violates 'Ehtiram' (respect).

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Timing is Everything

Wait for a 1-second pause after the obvious statement before delivering the line for maximum comedic effect.

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Don't Overuse

If you say it too much, you might come across as arrogant or annoying.

To make an accurate prediction or statement without having any prior knowledge.

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Timing is Everything

Wait for a 1-second pause after the obvious statement before delivering the line for maximum comedic effect.

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Don't Overuse

If you say it too much, you might come across as arrogant or annoying.

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Smile while saying it

A smile ensures the sarcasm is seen as friendly banter rather than a mean insult.

셀프 테스트

Which situation is best for this phrase?

Your friend says: 'Look! The sun is coming up!' at 6:00 AM.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: B

Since the sun coming up is obvious, the sarcastic idiom fits perfectly.

Complete the idiom.

چشم بسته ____ گفتن

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: غیب

'Gheyb' (the unseen) is the core of this idiom.

What is the tone of this phrase?

When you use this phrase, you are being...

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Sarcastic

It is used to mock the obviousness of a statement.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'In film kheyli ghashange.' B: '____! Hame midoonan in film eskar gerefte.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Cheshm baste gheyb gofti

B is pointing out that everyone already knows the film is good because it won an Oscar.

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시각 학습 자료

When to use 'Cheshm Baste...'

Use it with

  • Friends
  • Siblings
  • Close Coworkers

Avoid with

  • Teachers
  • Grandparents
  • Bosses

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Which situation is best for this phrase? situation_matching A1

Your friend says: 'Look! The sun is coming up!' at 6:00 AM.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: B

Since the sun coming up is obvious, the sarcastic idiom fits perfectly.

Complete the idiom. Fill Blank A1

چشم بسته ____ گفتن

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: غیب

'Gheyb' (the unseen) is the core of this idiom.

What is the tone of this phrase? Choose A1

When you use this phrase, you are being...

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Sarcastic

It is used to mock the obviousness of a statement.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'In film kheyli ghashange.' B: '____! Hame midoonan in film eskar gerefte.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Cheshm baste gheyb gofti

B is pointing out that everyone already knows the film is good because it won an Oscar.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

6 질문

It depends on the relationship. With friends, it's funny. With a stranger, it's rude.

Only in informal texts or satirical blogs. Avoid formal emails.

It means 'the unseen' or 'the hidden,' often referring to the future or spiritual secrets.

Not really, as the whole point is to be sarcastic. You'd just say 'Yes, I know' instead.

Yes, it is a timeless idiom used by all generations in Iran.

Yes! If you accidentally say something obvious, you can say 'چشم بسته غیب گفتم' to make fun of yourself.

관련 표현

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هنر کردی

synonym

You did something 'artful' (sarcastic).

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آپولو هوا کردی

similar

Did you launch Apollo?

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نکته‌بینی کردی

contrast

You noticed a fine point.

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