B1 Expression 격식체

نظرتان چیست؟

Nazaretan chist?

What's your opinion?

Politely asking someone for their viewpoint.

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문화적 배경

In Iran, asking 'نظرتان چیست؟' is often a part of 'Ta'arof'. Even if someone has a strong opinion, they will ask yours first to show they are not arrogant. In Dari, the phrase is very similar: 'نظر شما چیست؟' (Nazar-e shoma chist?). It is used with the same level of formality in Kabul. Tajik speakers use 'Фикри шумо чиست؟' (Fikri shumo chist?), which uses the word 'Fikr' (thought) more commonly than 'Nazar' in some contexts, though both are understood. Second-generation Iranians in the West often use the informal 'نظرت چیه؟' even in semi-formal settings, reflecting a shift toward more casual Western social norms.

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The 'Safe' Choice

When in doubt, use the formal '-tān' form. Iranians appreciate the effort to be polite.

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Don't over-Ta'arof

If you ask for an opinion too many times in one minute, it might seem like you can't make your own decisions.

Politely asking someone for their viewpoint.

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The 'Safe' Choice

When in doubt, use the formal '-tān' form. Iranians appreciate the effort to be polite.

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Don't over-Ta'arof

If you ask for an opinion too many times in one minute, it might seem like you can't make your own decisions.

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Add 'درباره'

Always pair it with 'درباره' (about) to specify the topic clearly.

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Listen for the 'But'

In Persian culture, people often start with a compliment before giving a negative 'Nazar'. Listen for 'ولی' (but).

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct polite form.

استاد، درباره این مقاله ________ چیست؟

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان

Since the speaker is addressing a professor ('استاد'), the polite plural suffix '-tān' is required.

Which of the following is the most formal way to ask for an opinion?

Which sentence is best for a business meeting?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان چیست؟

'نظرتان چیست؟' uses the full formal form, making it the most appropriate for a professional setting.

Complete the dialogue.

شخص الف: به نظر من این رنگ زیباتر است. شخص ب: ________؟

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان چیست

Person A gives an opinion, and Person B asks for the other's opinion to continue the conversation.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Asking a stranger about a local tourist attraction.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان چیست؟

With strangers, the formal '-tān' form is always safer and more respectful.

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시각 학습 자료

Formal vs Informal

Formal (نظرتان چیست؟)
Meetings جلسات
Elders بزرگترها
Informal (نظرت چیه؟)
Friends دوستان
Siblings خواهر و برادر

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct polite form. Fill Blank A2

استاد، درباره این مقاله ________ چیست؟

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان

Since the speaker is addressing a professor ('استاد'), the polite plural suffix '-tān' is required.

Which of the following is the most formal way to ask for an opinion? Choose B1

Which sentence is best for a business meeting?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان چیست؟

'نظرتان چیست؟' uses the full formal form, making it the most appropriate for a professional setting.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

شخص الف: به نظر من این رنگ زیباتر است. شخص ب: ________؟

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان چیست

Person A gives an opinion, and Person B asks for the other's opinion to continue the conversation.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B1

Asking a stranger about a local tourist attraction.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: نظرتان چیست؟

With strangers, the formal '-tān' form is always safer and more respectful.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, it can be used for one person (polite) or a group of people.

Yes, this is a semi-formal mix. It's very common in spoken Persian.

There isn't a direct opposite, but 'نظری ندارم' (I have no opinion) is the common negative response.

Start with 'به نظر من...' (In my opinion...) or 'فکر می‌کنم...' (I think...).

Yes, it is an Arabic loanword, but it is fully integrated into Persian.

Absolutely. It is the standard way to ask for feedback in a professional email.

Use 'دیدگاه شما در این باره چیست؟' (What is your viewpoint on this?).

In Iranian group settings, it can be seen as slightly bossy if you don't ask 'نظرتان چیست؟' at least once.

In spoken conversation, yes, slightly. In writing or formal speech, it is perfect.

Better to use 'نظرت چیه؟' with children to sound more natural and friendly.

관련 표현

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به نظر من

builds on

In my opinion

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نظرت چیه؟

synonym

What do you think? (Informal)

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دیدگاه شما

specialized form

Your viewpoint

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موافقم

contrast

I agree

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