Meaning
An offer for someone to take or use something freely.
Cultural Background
In modern city life, 'Befarmayid' is used rapidly and frequently, even in fast-food settings to indicate your order is ready. The host might say 'Befarmayid' multiple times. You are expected to decline at least once before accepting (Ta'arof). Second-generation Iranians often use 'Befarmayid' as a general 'Here you go' even when speaking English. Shopkeepers use 'Befarmayid' to invite you into their shop, even if they aren't offering food.
The Power of Gesture
Always gesture with an open palm toward the food when saying this. It completes the invitation.
Don't Overuse with Singles
If you're just giving one person one glass of water, just say 'Befarmayid.'
Meaning
An offer for someone to take or use something freely.
The Power of Gesture
Always gesture with an open palm toward the food when saying this. It completes the invitation.
Don't Overuse with Singles
If you're just giving one person one glass of water, just say 'Befarmayid.'
The Third Time's the Charm
In Iran, you might need to say 'Befarmayid کمک' three times before a guest actually takes something!
Test Yourself
Complete the host's invitation.
میز چیده شده، ________ کمک.
The plural/formal 'Befarmāyid' is the standard polite form for guests.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When should you say 'بفرمایید کمک'?
It is a hospitality phrase for offering food or items.
Choose the best response to the host.
Host: بفرمایید کمک، میوه میل کنید. Guest: ________
A polite thank you is the standard response to an offer.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
When to say 'Befarmayid Komak'
Food
- • Dinner
- • Buffet
- • Snacks
Objects
- • Gifts
- • Brochures
- • Samples
Seating
- • Bus seat
- • Office chair
- • Sofa
Practice Bank
3 exercisesمیز چیده شده، ________ کمک.
The plural/formal 'Befarmāyid' is the standard polite form for guests.
When should you say 'بفرمایید کمک'?
It is a hospitality phrase for offering food or items.
Host: بفرمایید کمک، میوه میل کنید. Guest: ________
A polite thank you is the standard response to an offer.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsYes! You can use it for anything that is being offered in a group, like brochures, seats, or samples.
Yes, as long as you use the formal 'Befarmayid' form, it is very respectful.
Shout 'Komak!' or 'Komak konid!' Do not use 'Befarmayid' in an emergency.
Yes, it is the conjugated form of the verb 'Farmudan'.
Say 'Mamnūn' (Thank you) or 'Dast-e shomā dard nakone' (May your hand not ache).
Related Phrases
بفرمایید میل کنید
synonymPlease eat/consume.
بفرمایید داخل
similarPlease come inside.
در خدمت باشیم
builds onLet us be at your service.
نوش جان
similarBon appétit.
