A1 Idiom Neutral

دست به دعا شدن

dast be do'ā shodan.

To pray

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Meaning

To join hands and ask for divine intervention or blessing.

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Cultural Background

Prayer is often a private act, but this phrase is used to share the burden with others. The gesture of raising hands is common in 'Qunut' during prayer. Even non-religious people use this idiom to express deep hope.

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Context is key

Use it when you feel helpless.

Meaning

To join hands and ask for divine intervention or blessing.

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Context is key

Use it when you feel helpless.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

او برای سلامتی‌اش __________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: دست به دعا شد

The idiom for praying is 'dast be do'a shodan'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

او برای سلامتی‌اش __________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: دست به دعا شد

The idiom for praying is 'dast be do'a shodan'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, it is used as a metaphor for hope.

Related Phrases

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دعا کردن

synonym

To pray

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امید داشتن

similar

To have hope

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