Meaning
To inquire about the cost of an item or service.
Cultural Background
Asking the price is the start of 'Ta'arof'. Don't be surprised if the seller says it's free at first; they don't mean it! In the big bazaar, prices can change based on how you ask. Looking like an expert 'قیمت پرس' (price asker) can get you a better deal. On Instagram, 'قیمت پرسیدن' is often hidden to encourage direct engagement (DMs), which is a modern twist on bazaar secrecy. In Afghanistan, the phrase is also common, but 'نرخ پرسیدن' (Nerkh porsidan) is used frequently as well.
The 'Ghabel Nadareh' Rule
When you ask the price and they say 'Ghabel nadareh', just say 'Mamnoon, lotfan gheymat ro begid' (Thanks, please say the price).
Don't be shy
In Iran, it's perfectly normal to ask the price and then walk away without buying. It's not rude!
Meaning
To inquire about the cost of an item or service.
The 'Ghabel Nadareh' Rule
When you ask the price and they say 'Ghabel nadareh', just say 'Mamnoon, lotfan gheymat ro begid' (Thanks, please say the price).
Don't be shy
In Iran, it's perfectly normal to ask the price and then walk away without buying. It's not rude!
Check multiple places
Always ask the price in at least three shops in the bazaar to know the real range.
Use 'Chand?'
If you forget the whole phrase, just point and say 'Chand?' (How much?). It's the short version of asking the price.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing verb to complete the phrase 'To ask the price'.
من میخواهم قیمت این کتاب را _________.
'Porsidan' (to ask) is the correct verb to use with 'Gheymat'.
Complete the dialogue in the bazaar.
مشتری: ببخشید، این کیف چند است؟ فروشنده: قابل ندارد! مشتری: خواهش میکنم، لطفاً _________.
After 'Ta'arof' (Ghabel nadareh), the customer must insist on knowing the price.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Match: 'استعلام قیمت' (Estelam-e Gheymat)
'Estelam' is the formal/technical term for price inquiry.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct sentence:
Uses the correct Ezafe and 'ra' marker for the object.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Formal vs Informal
Practice Bank
4 exercisesمن میخواهم قیمت این کتاب را _________.
'Porsidan' (to ask) is the correct verb to use with 'Gheymat'.
مشتری: ببخشید، این کیف چند است؟ فروشنده: قابل ندارد! مشتری: خواهش میکنم، لطفاً _________.
After 'Ta'arof' (Ghabel nadareh), the customer must insist on knowing the price.
Match: 'استعلام قیمت' (Estelam-e Gheymat)
'Estelam' is the formal/technical term for price inquiry.
Choose the correct sentence:
Uses the correct Ezafe and 'ra' marker for the object.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, in Iranian culture, 'Gheymat porsidan' is seen as part of the shopping process. Sellers expect many people to ask before one person buys.
'Gheymat' is for a specific item (this shirt), while 'Nerkh' is for a general rate (the rate of inflation or gold).
Use 'میتوانم قیمت این کالا را بپرسم؟' (May I ask the price of this good?).
It's a form of Ta'arof meaning 'It is not worthy of you,' showing hospitality and politeness before talking about money.
Yes, 'Gheymat-e pirayesh chande?' is a perfect way to ask.
Yes, it's a more informal synonym often used in spoken Persian.
Then you MUST ask. Most items in traditional shops won't have tags.
من پرسیدم، تو پرسیدی، او پرسید...
Yes, if you specify the item: 'Gheymat-e IN ra porsidam'.
Yes, though they might also use 'Narkh' or 'Chandi'.
Related Phrases
چانه زدن
builds onTo bargain
قیمت کردن
synonymTo check the price
مظنه گرفتن
specialized formTo check market rates
استعلام قیمت
formalOfficial price inquiry
تخفیف گرفتن
similarTo get a discount
