Meaning
Refers to speaking a language poorly or being physically awkward.
Cultural Background
Humility is highly valued. Using this phrase makes you sound like a respectful learner. The phrase is widely understood and used in the same way.
Be humble
Using this phrase makes native speakers want to help you more.
Not for injuries
Never use this to describe a medical emergency.
Meaning
Refers to speaking a language poorly or being physically awkward.
Be humble
Using this phrase makes native speakers want to help you more.
Not for injuries
Never use this to describe a medical emergency.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
من فارسی را __________ بلدم.
This is the standard idiom for limited proficiency.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesمن فارسی را __________ بلدم.
This is the standard idiom for limited proficiency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsOnly if you have a casual relationship. Otherwise, use 'هنوز در حال یادگیری هستم'.
No, it is self-deprecating and polite.
Related Phrases
کج و کوله
similarCrooked/distorted
یاد گرفتن
builds onTo learn
سلیس
contrastFluent
