A1 Idiom Neutral

پا به پا کردن.

pa bh pa krdn 1

To pace back and forth.

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Meaning

To show impatience or hesitation by shifting one's weight from foot to foot.

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Cultural Background

In Iran, body language is very expressive. Shifting weight is a clear sign that you are ready to leave or bored. Similar to other cultures, it is considered slightly rude to do this while someone is talking to you.

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Watch the feet

If you see someone doing this, they want to leave!

Meaning

To show impatience or hesitation by shifting one's weight from foot to foot.

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Watch the feet

If you see someone doing this, they want to leave!

Test Yourself

Which verb is correct?

او جلوی در ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: پا به پا کرد

The correct compound verb is 'کردن'.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which verb is correct? Choose A1

او جلوی در ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: پا به پا کرد

The correct compound verb is 'کردن'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, absolutely not.

Related Phrases

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بی‌قرار بودن

synonym

To be restless

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قدم زدن

contrast

To walk/pace

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