A1 Expression Neutral

مبارک باشه.

Mobarak bashe.

Congratulations / Blessings.

Meaning

Used to congratulate someone on a happy occasion.

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Cultural Background

It is common to say 'مبارک باشه' even for small things like a new haircut or a new pen. Used in the same way, often in text messages or social media comments. While secular, it still carries a sense of wishing divine favor.

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Keep it simple

You don't need to add complex grammar. Just 'مبارک باشه' is perfect.

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Be genuine

Persians value the warmth behind the phrase, not just the words.

Meaning

Used to congratulate someone on a happy occasion.

💡

Keep it simple

You don't need to add complex grammar. Just 'مبارک باشه' is perfect.

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Be genuine

Persians value the warmth behind the phrase, not just the words.

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Context is king

Never use this at a funeral or during a sad time.

Test Yourself

Which phrase is correct for a birthday?

What do you say to a friend on their birthday?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: تولدت مبارک باشه

This is the standard way to wish someone a happy birthday.

Complete the sentence for a new car.

ماشین جدیدت ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: مبارک باشه

It is the standard expression for new items.

Match the event to the greeting.

New Job -> ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: مبارک باشه

New jobs are happy occasions.

Complete the conversation.

A: I passed my exam! B: ______!

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: مبارک باشه

Congratulating success.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

4 exercises
Which phrase is correct for a birthday? Choose A1

What do you say to a friend on their birthday?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: تولدت مبارک باشه

This is the standard way to wish someone a happy birthday.

Complete the sentence for a new car. Fill Blank A1

ماشین جدیدت ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: مبارک باشه

It is the standard expression for new items.

Match the event to the greeting. situation_matching A2

New Job -> ?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: مبارک باشه

New jobs are happy occasions.

Complete the conversation. dialogue_completion A2

A: I passed my exam! B: ______!

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: مبارک باشه

Congratulating success.

🎉 Score: /4

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions

Yes, it is very common.

It is neutral and works everywhere.

No, it is gender-neutral.

People will still understand your intent.

Yes, absolutely.

It has roots in religion but is now secular.

Yes, if they share good news.

They are synonyms; 'مبارک باشه' is more common.

Related Phrases

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تبریک می‌گویم

synonym

I congratulate you

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خسته نباشید

contrast

Don't be tired

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عید مبارک

specialized form

Happy Eid

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