Meaning
A polite warning or request for caution.
Cultural Background
Saying 'Moragheb-e khodet bash' is a sign of deep intimacy and care. It is often the last thing said before hanging up a phone call with a loved one. In the Tehran Metro, the phrase is part of the city's sonic landscape. Every commuter knows the 'fasele-ye beyn-e ghataar va sakoo' (gap between train and platform) warning. A host will often use this phrase repeatedly as a guest leaves, showing that their concern for the guest extends beyond the front door. With the rise of online scams, banks and apps use this phrase in formal notifications to warn users about security.
The 'Self' Care
To say 'Take care of yourself', always use 'Moragheb-e khodet bash' (informal) or 'Moragheb-e khodetan bashid' (formal).
Emergency Speed
In a real emergency, drop 'Lotfan'. Just shout 'Moragheb bash!' or 'Bepa!'
Meaning
A polite warning or request for caution.
The 'Self' Care
To say 'Take care of yourself', always use 'Moragheb-e khodet bash' (informal) or 'Moragheb-e khodetan bashid' (formal).
Emergency Speed
In a real emergency, drop 'Lotfan'. Just shout 'Moragheb bash!' or 'Bepa!'
The Goodbye Ritual
Pairing this with 'Khoda-hafez' makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Preposition Power
Remember that 'Moragheb' usually takes the Ezafe (-e) to connect to the thing you are watching out for.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct formal form of the verb 'to be'.
زمین خیس است، لطفاً مراقب ______.
The phrase 'Lotfan' and the context of a general warning require the formal imperative 'bashid'.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When would you say 'مراقب خودت باش'?
The singular 'bash' is informal and used for friends/family.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'Be careful of the car'?
Choose the best option:
In modern Persian, the Ezafe (implied here) is the most natural way to connect 'moragheb' to the object.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
A: من دارم میروم خرید. B: باشه، خیابانها شلوغ است، لطفاً ______.
Since the streets are crowded (sholoogh), a safety warning is the most logical response.
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Visual Learning Aids
When to use 'Moragheb Bashid'
Safety
- • Wet floors
- • Traffic
- • Stairs
Health
- • Cold weather
- • Rest
- • Diet
Social
- • Goodbyes
- • Travel
- • Care
Formality Levels
Practice Bank
4 exercisesزمین خیس است، لطفاً مراقب ______.
The phrase 'Lotfan' and the context of a general warning require the formal imperative 'bashid'.
When would you say 'مراقب خودت باش'?
The singular 'bash' is informal and used for friends/family.
Choose the best option:
In modern Persian, the Ezafe (implied here) is the most natural way to connect 'moragheb' to the object.
A: من دارم میروم خرید. B: باشه، خیابانها شلوغ است، لطفاً ______.
Since the streets are crowded (sholoogh), a safety warning is the most logical response.
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Frequently Asked Questions
14 questionsYes, 'moragheb' sounds slightly more educated and is preferred in formal writing and announcements.
Yes, 'Moragheb-e pol-hayat bash' is perfectly natural.
Use 'Moragheb bashid ke...' followed by a negative subjunctive verb. e.g., 'Moragheb bashid ke nayoftid' (Be careful not to fall).
Yes, it is very polite and appreciated if you see them in potential danger.
The shortest is 'Bepa!' (بپا), but use it only in informal or urgent situations.
No, but a 'parastar' or 'moragheb' can be someone who looks after others. In a medical context, 'moraghebat' means 'care'.
It's the 'plural of respect'. It's common in Persian to address one person as 'you' (plural) to be polite.
Yes, 'ranandeye moragheb' is possible, but 'ranandeye ba-ehtiyat' is more common.
No, but it softens the command. Without it, it sounds like a direct order.
'Moragheb' is the act of watching; 'ehtiyat' is the quality of being cautious.
Yes, especially when giving advice or warning about a deadline/detail.
It's like the 'g' in 'sugar' but deeper in the throat, or like a soft gargle.
Yes, though 'Movaazeb' or 'Hoshyaar' might be more common in certain regions.
Yes, it means 'Watch the baby'.
Related Phrases
مواظب باشید
synonymBe careful
احتیاط کنید
similarExercise caution
حواستان باشد
similarPay attention / keep your wits about you
بپا
specialized formWatch out!
خداحافظ
builds onGoodbye
