A2 Idiom Informal

دست و دل نداشتن

dst o dl ndashtn

Not having hands and heart (lacking motivation).

Meaning

To lack the enthusiasm or willpower to undertake a task or activity.

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Cultural Background

It is common to use this when declining food or hospitality, as it implies you are not in the right mood to enjoy it.

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Use it with 'که'

Always follow it with 'که' if you are explaining the specific task.

Meaning

To lack the enthusiasm or willpower to undertake a task or activity.

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Use it with 'که'

Always follow it with 'که' if you are explaining the specific task.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

امروز برای کار کردن _________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: دست و دل ندارم

The phrase is used in the negative to show lack of motivation.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank A2

امروز برای کار کردن _________.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: دست و دل ندارم

The phrase is used in the negative to show lack of motivation.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but it refers to your lack of desire, not physical strength.

Related Phrases

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دل و دماغ داشتن

synonym

To have the mood/energy

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