بگویید لطفاً
Beguyid lotfan.
Say please
Phrase in 30 Seconds
A polite and standard way to ask someone to speak or repeat information.
- Means: 'Please speak' or 'Please say it'.
- Used in: Classrooms, formal meetings, or when you didn't hear someone clearly.
- Don't confuse: It is not a command; it is a polite request.
Explanation at your level:
Meaning
A polite request for someone to speak or repeat something.
Cultural Background
Politeness is essential. Using formal verbs is a sign of respect for the listener's status. Similar to Iran, formal address is highly valued in public and professional life. Formal address is used, though the influence of Russian has introduced some variations in politeness.
Use with respect
Always use this with people older than you or in professional settings.
Taarof
In Iran, being polite is more important than being direct.
Meaning
A polite request for someone to speak or repeat something.
Use with respect
Always use this with people older than you or in professional settings.
Taarof
In Iran, being polite is more important than being direct.
Test Yourself
Which is the formal way to ask someone to speak?
Choose the correct phrase:
Begooyid is the formal imperative.
Complete the sentence.
_______ لطفاً، من گوش میدهم.
Requires the imperative formal.
Match the register.
Match 'بگویید لطفاً' to its register.
The -id ending indicates formality.
Complete the dialogue.
A: I didn't hear you. B: ________
Polite request for repetition.
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Visual Learning Aids
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, it is perfect for professional settings.
It is not rude with friends, but it is too informal for strangers.
It can mean 'repeat' if you add context like 'دوباره' (again).
No, it is gender-neutral.
Yes, both 'بگویید لطفاً' and 'لطفاً بگویید' are correct.
Yes, in formal letters or emails.
You can follow up with 'متوجه شدید؟' (Did you understand?).
Extremely common in daily life.
Related Phrases
بفرمایید
similarGo ahead / Please
بگو
contrastSpeak (informal)
میشود بگویید
builds onCould you speak?
Where to Use It
Classroom
Teacher: بگویید لطفاً، جواب چیست؟
Office
Manager: بگویید لطفاً، نظر شما چیست؟
Clarification
Student: متوجه نشدم، دوباره بگویید لطفاً.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'Go-yid' as 'Go ahead and say it'.
Visual Association
Imagine a polite host gesturing with an open hand, inviting a guest to speak.
Story
Ali is in a meeting. He wants to hear Sarah's idea. He smiles and says, 'بگویید لطفاً'. Sarah feels respected and shares her great idea.
Word Web
Challenge
Use this phrase 3 times today when asking someone to repeat something.
In Other Languages
Por favor, hable
Persian uses a plural verb form for respect, while Spanish uses the formal 'usted' form.
S'il vous plaît, parlez
French uses a conditional phrase for 'please', while Persian uses a single adverb.
Bitte sprechen Sie
German requires the pronoun 'Sie', whereas Persian drops the pronoun.
O-hanashi kudasai
Japanese honorifics are much more complex than Persian formal verb endings.
Min fadlak, takallam
Arabic has gendered imperatives, while Persian is gender-neutral.
Easily Confused
Learners use it with everyone.
Only use with friends.
Used for 'speak' and 'enter'.
Befarmaid is a general 'go ahead'.
Word order.
Both orders are fine.
FAQ (8)
Yes, it is perfect for professional settings.
It is not rude with friends, but it is too informal for strangers.
It can mean 'repeat' if you add context like 'دوباره' (again).
No, it is gender-neutral.
Yes, both 'بگویید لطفاً' and 'لطفاً بگویید' are correct.
Yes, in formal letters or emails.
You can follow up with 'متوجه شدید؟' (Did you understand?).
Extremely common in daily life.
