Meaning
Asking about method or manner.
Cultural Background
When a guest says 'Chetor' regarding a dish, it's a high compliment. It implies the food is so good they want to know the secret method. Asking 'Chetor' is a key part of the long greeting process in Iran. You don't just ask once; you ask about their health, their family's health, and their work.
The 'Mage' Trick
Add 'mage' after 'Chetor' (Chetor mage?) to sound like a native when you are surprised by a question.
Don't over-formalize
In daily life, 'Chegoune' sounds like a textbook. Stick to 'Chetor' for 99% of conversations.
Meaning
Asking about method or manner.
The 'Mage' Trick
Add 'mage' after 'Chetor' (Chetor mage?) to sound like a native when you are surprised by a question.
Don't over-formalize
In daily life, 'Chegoune' sounds like a textbook. Stick to 'Chetor' for 99% of conversations.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct word to complete the question: '______ are you?'
سلام، حال شما ______ است؟
'Chetor' is used to ask about someone's state or health.
Fill in the blank to ask 'How do I go to the park?'
______ به پارک بروم؟
Asking for directions requires 'Chetor'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: من فردا نمیتوانم بیایم. B: ______؟ مشکلی پیش آمده؟
In this context, 'Chetor' means 'How come?'
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Uses of Chetor
Health
- • How are you?
- • How is he?
Method
- • How to cook?
- • How to go?
Practice Bank
3 exercisesسلام، حال شما ______ است؟
'Chetor' is used to ask about someone's state or health.
______ به پارک بروم؟
Asking for directions requires 'Chetor'.
A: من فردا نمیتوانم بیایم. B: ______؟ مشکلی پیش آمده؟
In this context, 'Chetor' means 'How come?'
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, in the sense of 'How come?' when reacting to a statement.
Related Phrases
چطوری؟
informal formHow are you? (Informal)
چگونه؟
synonymHow? (Formal)
چطور مگه؟
specialized formHow come? / Why do you ask?
