Meaning
Describing the activity of learning or preparing for exams.
Cultural Background
Studying is often a family affair, with parents encouraging children to excel. Despite challenges, the pursuit of education is highly respected. Education is the primary path to social mobility.
Informal Tip
Use 'میخونم' with friends to sound more natural.
Don't mix
Don't use 'درس' when you are just reading for fun.
Meaning
Describing the activity of learning or preparing for exams.
Informal Tip
Use 'میخونم' with friends to sound more natural.
Don't mix
Don't use 'درس' when you are just reading for fun.
Social usage
It's a perfect excuse to decline an invitation.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
من برای امتحان __________.
The correct verb for studying is 'خواندن'.
Which is the informal version?
Choose the informal way to say 'I am studying'.
Dropping the 'م' is the standard informal contraction.
Match the verb with its meaning.
Match: درس خواندن
The phrase means to study.
Complete the dialogue.
A: چه کار میکنی؟ B: __________.
It's a logical response to 'What are you doing?'.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesمن برای امتحان __________.
The correct verb for studying is 'خواندن'.
Choose the informal way to say 'I am studying'.
Dropping the 'م' is the standard informal contraction.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The phrase means to study.
A: چه کار میکنی؟ B: __________.
It's a logical response to 'What are you doing?'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is the standard term.
It is neutral.
Use 'درس دادم'.
Better to say 'I am reading a book'.
Yes, daily.
Yes, you can say 'زبان درس میخوانم'.
Related Phrases
درس دادن
contrastTo teach
مطالعه کردن
synonymTo study/research
یاد گرفتن
builds onTo learn
