Meaning
Expressing a desire for a specific item.
Cultural Background
In bazaars, bargaining is common, but once you decide, 'این را میخواهم' is the clear signal to finalize. Similar to Iran, this phrase is used in markets and shops with the same directness. Tajik Persian uses similar structures, though some vocabulary may differ slightly. Persian speakers in the diaspora use this phrase exactly as they do in Iran, often mixing it with English.
The 'را' rule
Always use 'را' when you are talking about a specific object. It makes your Persian sound natural.
Add 'لطفاً'
Adding 'لطفاً' at the end makes you sound like a polite local.
Meaning
Expressing a desire for a specific item.
The 'را' rule
Always use 'را' when you are talking about a specific object. It makes your Persian sound natural.
Add 'لطفاً'
Adding 'لطفاً' at the end makes you sound like a polite local.
Be direct
Don't be afraid to be direct in shops. It is expected and appreciated.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing object marker.
من این ___ میخواهم.
'را' is the direct object marker.
Which is the correct way to say 'I want this'?
Select the best option.
Persian follows SOV order.
Complete the dialogue.
Shopkeeper: 'Which one do you want?' Customer: '___'
This is the direct answer to the question.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are at a restaurant and want the salad.
This expresses your desire for the item.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesمن این ___ میخواهم.
'را' is the direct object marker.
Select the best option.
Persian follows SOV order.
Shopkeeper: 'Which one do you want?' Customer: '___'
This is the direct answer to the question.
You are at a restaurant and want the salad.
This expresses your desire for the item.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNo, it is standard and clear. Add 'لطفاً' to be extra polite.
No, it is only for objects. For people, use different structures.
'این' is 'this' (near), 'آن' is 'that' (far).
It is a common informal contraction of 'این را'.
Related Phrases
میخواهم
builds onI want
این را دوست دارم
contrastI like this
لطفاً
builds onPlease
چند است؟
similarHow much is it?
