Meaning
To be affected by the 'evil eye', believed to bring misfortune due to envy.
Cultural Background
People often hang a blue bead (nazargarb) to protect against it. It is common to say 'Mashallah' after a compliment to prevent the evil eye.
Use it playfully
It's a great way to bond with Iranians over shared superstitions.
Meaning
To be affected by the 'evil eye', believed to bring misfortune due to envy.
Use it playfully
It's a great way to bond with Iranians over shared superstitions.
Test Yourself
Which verb is correct for receiving the evil eye?
من _________.
You 'eat' (receive) the evil eye, you don't 'hit' (give) it to yourself.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesمن _________.
You 'eat' (receive) the evil eye, you don't 'hit' (give) it to yourself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is a cultural belief, not a scientific fact.
Related Phrases
چشم زدن
contrastTo give the evil eye
