A2 Expression Neutral

خدا نکنه

khoda nakoneh

God forbid.

Practice it

Meaning

Expresses a strong wish that something negative does not happen.

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Cultural Background

It is common to touch wood or bite your tongue when saying this.

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Tone matters

Say it with a concerned face for maximum impact.

Meaning

Expresses a strong wish that something negative does not happen.

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Tone matters

Say it with a concerned face for maximum impact.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

___ که این امتحان رو رد بشم!

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: خدا نکنه

You want to avoid failing, so use 'God forbid'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A2

___ که این امتحان رو رد بشم!

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: خدا نکنه

You want to avoid failing, so use 'God forbid'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Better to avoid it; it's too emotional.

Related Phrases

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زبونت رو گاز بگیر

similar

Bite your tongue

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