Meaning
Referring to someone whose arrival brings good fortune.
Cultural Background
Rain is often called 'Barakat' (blessing). If it rains when a guest arrives, they are definitely 'Khosh-Qadam'. Similar to Iran, the concept of 'Qadam' is used to welcome guests and newborns. They also use 'Qadam' to refer to the auspiciousness of a guest. General belief that guests bring their own 'rizq' (sustenance/luck) with them.
Use it to be kind
Use this phrase to make new people feel welcome. It is a very high-value compliment in Persian culture.
Meaning
Referring to someone whose arrival brings good fortune.
Use it to be kind
Use this phrase to make new people feel welcome. It is a very high-value compliment in Persian culture.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
پا قدمش _____ است.
The idiom is 'پا قدمش خوب است'.
What does this phrase mean?
پا قدمش خوب است means:
It refers to the luck brought by someone's arrival.
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Practice Bank
2 exercisesپا قدمش _____ است.
The idiom is 'پا قدمش خوب است'.
پا قدمش خوب است means:
It refers to the luck brought by someone's arrival.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is usually used to compliment others. Saying 'پا قدمم خوب است' sounds arrogant.
Related Phrases
خوشقدم
synonymLucky-footed
قدمش خیر است
similarHis step is benevolent
