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ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟

bebakhshid, mitounid komakam konid?

Excuse me, can you help me?

In 15 Seconds

  • High-frequency everyday Persian expression.
  • Works best with calm, polite delivery.
  • Use as a full communication chunk.
  • Great for sounding natural early.

Meaning

A polite everyday phrase used to ask for help, repetition, or a small favor without sounding demanding.

Key Examples

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1

Daily chat

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟، می‌تونی کمکم کنی؟

Excuse me, can you help me?. Can you help me?

2

Polite request

ببخشید، ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟.

Excuse me, Excuse me, can you help me?.

3

Classroom interaction

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟، جمله رو دوباره می‌گید؟

Excuse me, can you help me?. Could you repeat the sentence?

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Cultural Background

Taarof is essential. Always offer a polite greeting before asking for help.

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Smile!

A smile makes your request much more effective.

In 15 Seconds

  • High-frequency everyday Persian expression.
  • Works best with calm, polite delivery.
  • Use as a full communication chunk.
  • Great for sounding natural early.

What It Means

The phrase ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟ is a high-frequency everyday expression in Persian. A good English shortcut is "Excuse me, can you help me?". You will hear it in homes, shops, classrooms, and daily chat. The key is tone: say it warmly and clearly, not too dramatic, and it sounds natural immediately. This is one of those phrases that helps you sound human in Persian, not like a textbook line. Even when your grammar is basic, using this expression correctly makes your interaction smoother and more respectful.

Use ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟ in short real-life exchanges: quick requests, polite replies, appreciation, or social check-ins depending on context. Keep your delivery friendly and calm, and match formality to the relationship. In very formal situations, pair it with polite verbs and respectful pronouns. In casual conversation, you can keep it short and conversational. A common learner mistake is translating word by word and overthinking it. Treat it as a communication chunk, practice it in full sentences, and your Persian rhythm will improve much faster.

Usage Notes

Prioritize warm tone and context. If you are speaking to elders or in formal settings, choose respectful verb/pronoun forms around `ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟`.

💡

Smile!

A smile makes your request much more effective.

Examples

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#1 Daily chat

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟، می‌تونی کمکم کنی؟

Excuse me, can you help me?. Can you help me?

Common everyday use.

#2 Polite request

ببخشید، ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟.

Excuse me, Excuse me, can you help me?.

Respectful opening.

#3 Classroom interaction

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟، جمله رو دوباره می‌گید؟

Excuse me, can you help me?. Could you repeat the sentence?

Learner-friendly phrase use.

#4 Text message

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟ 🙏

Excuse me, can you help me?.

Short texting style.

#5 Office context

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟، اینو تا عصر می‌فرستید؟

Excuse me, can you help me?. Could you send this by evening?

Professional but polite.

#6 Friendly follow-up

ببخشید، می‌تونید کمکم کنید؟، خیلی ممنون.

Excuse me, can you help me?. Thank you very much.

Soft relationship maintenance.

Test Yourself

Which is the most polite way to ask a stranger for help?

ببخشید، ... کمکم کنید؟

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: می‌تونید

Use the plural 'می‌تونید' for strangers.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the most polite way to ask a stranger for help? Choose A1

ببخشید، ... کمکم کنید؟

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: می‌تونید

Use the plural 'می‌تونید' for strangers.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is perfectly polite.

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