A1 Collocation Neutral

آب تمیز.

ab tmyz

Clean water.

Phrase in 30 Seconds

Use 'آب تمیز' to describe water that is safe to drink or use for cleaning.

  • Means: Water free from dirt, bacteria, or pollutants.
  • Used in: Restaurants, home settings, and environmental discussions.
  • Don't confuse: 'آب زلال' (clear water) which refers to transparency, not necessarily safety.
Glass of water + Checkmark = آب تمیز

Explanation at your level:

This phrase means water that is clean and safe to drink. Use it when you are thirsty or at a restaurant.
It is a common collocation used to describe water quality. It is essential for daily communication regarding health and basic needs in Iran.
This phrase is a standard descriptor for potable water. It is used in both domestic and public health contexts to distinguish safe water from contaminated sources.
The term functions as a primary indicator of hygiene standards. It is frequently employed in formal discourse regarding environmental sustainability and public health infrastructure.
Linguistically, this is a noun-adjective collocation where the adjective 'تمیز' serves to qualify the noun 'آب' based on hygiene criteria. It reflects the intersection of basic vocabulary and essential cultural expectations regarding hospitality and safety.
This collocation exemplifies the pragmatic utility of basic Persian vocabulary in conveying essential human needs. It functions as a semantic marker for potability, bridging the gap between simple descriptive language and the socio-cultural imperative of providing safe, clean water to guests and community members alike.

Meaning

Water that is free from impurities.

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Cultural Background

Water is a precious resource in Iran. Asking for 'آب تمیز' is common when traveling.

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Pronunciation

Ensure the 'z' is distinct.

Meaning

Water that is free from impurities.

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Pronunciation

Ensure the 'z' is distinct.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank.

این ____ تمیز است.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: آب

We are talking about water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is neutral.

Related Phrases

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آب آشامیدنی

synonym

Potable water

Where to Use It

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At a Restaurant

Customer: ببخشید، این آب تمیز است؟

Waiter: بله، کاملاً تمیز است.

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Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'T' for 'Tamiz' and 'T' for 'Tap'—clean water from the tap!

Visual Association

A crystal clear glass of water sitting on a white table.

Rhyme

آب تمیز، خیلی عزیز

Story

Ali was hiking. He was very thirsty. He found a spring. He checked if it was 'آب تمیز'. It was perfect.

Word Web

آبتمیزنوشیدنسالمبهداشتلیوان

Challenge

Ask for 'آب تمیز' at a restaurant or shop today.

In Other Languages

Spanish high

Agua limpia

None.

French high

Eau propre

None.

German moderate

Sauberes Wasser

Word order is reversed.

Japanese moderate

綺麗な水 (Kirei na mizu)

Adjective comes first.

Arabic high

ماء نظيف (Ma' nazif)

None.

Easily Confused

آب تمیز. vs آب زلال

Learners think it means clean.

It means clear/transparent.

FAQ (1)

No, it is neutral.

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