Meaning
Stating that something lacks significance.
Cultural Background
In Iran, saying 'In mohem nist' is often a part of Ta'arof. Even if something is important, a person might say it's not to be polite. You should look for other cues like body language. Younger Tehranians use the slang 'Bi-khial' much more than the formal 'In mohem nist' when talking to peers. In Dari Persian, you might hear 'In mohem nes' or 'Parwa nadara' (It doesn't matter/no care) more frequently than the standard Tehrani version. Tajik speakers use the same structure but often with a distinct Cyrillic script: 'Ин муҳим нест'.
Add 'Aslan' for emphasis
Say 'In aslan mohem nist' (This isn't important at all) to sound more convincing and kind.
Watch your tone
If said with a flat tone and no eye contact, it can sound like you are annoyed. Smile!
Meaning
Stating that something lacks significance.
Add 'Aslan' for emphasis
Say 'In aslan mohem nist' (This isn't important at all) to sound more convincing and kind.
Watch your tone
If said with a flat tone and no eye contact, it can sound like you are annoyed. Smile!
The Ta'arof Trap
If an Iranian says 'In mohem nist' about a gift you gave, they actually love it. It's just a way of being humble.
Use it for typos
It's the perfect response to someone correcting their spelling in a chat app.
Test Yourself
How do you say 'This is not important' in Persian?
Choose the correct translation:
'In mohem nist' is the correct negative form.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: ببخشید که دیر کردم. B: ___________، بفرما تو.
When someone apologizes for being late, 'In mohem nist' is the most natural response.
Fill in the missing word to say 'That was not important' (Past Tense).
آن مهم ______.
'Nabud' is the past tense negative of 'to be'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are choosing a color for a napkin and you don't care which one.
Use this phrase to express that a choice doesn't matter to you.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Formality Levels
Practice Bank
4 exercisesChoose the correct translation:
'In mohem nist' is the correct negative form.
A: ببخشید که دیر کردم. B: ___________، بفرما تو.
When someone apologizes for being late, 'In mohem nist' is the most natural response.
آن مهم ______.
'Nabud' is the past tense negative of 'to be'.
Situation: You are choosing a color for a napkin and you don't care which one.
Use this phrase to express that a choice doesn't matter to you.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it is neutral and polite. However, if you want to be extra formal, use 'In mohem nemibashad'.
Absolutely. Dropping the 'In' is very common and sounds very natural in conversation.
'In mohem nist' means it lacks importance. 'Eshkali nadare' means there is no problem/error. They are often interchangeable.
Say 'Baraye man mohem nist' (برای من مهم نیست).
While the words are used, classical poetry usually uses more metaphorical ways to express insignificance.
No. To say 'That person isn't important,' you would say 'An adam mohem nist.' Using just 'In' for a person can be rude.
The opposite is 'In mohem ast' (این مهم است) - This is important.
Yes, it is an Arabic loanword that is now fully integrated into Persian.
Add 'dige' (دیگه). 'In dige mohem nist'.
Use it sparingly. If asked about a minor weakness, you can say it's not important compared to your strengths.
Related Phrases
اشکالی ندارد
synonymThere is no problem
فدای سرت
similarLet it be a sacrifice for your head
بیخیال
informalForget about it / Whatever
مهم این است که...
builds onThe important thing is that...
اهمیت داشتن
specialized formTo have importance
