Meaning
The combination of persistent effort and strong determination to achieve a goal.
Cultural Background
The concept of 'Zahmat' (honorable toil) is central. Being called 'ba-poshtkar' is one of the highest compliments for a worker. Students are constantly told that 'Konkur' (the entrance exam) can only be defeated with this phrase. It's a national mantra for students. Classical poets like Saadi often contrast the 'lazy person' with the 'industrious person', using terms that evolved into this modern phrase. Immigrants often use this phrase to describe their journey of building a new life abroad against all odds.
The 'O' Link
When speaking, connect the two words with a short 'o' sound to sound more like a native speaker.
Don't Overuse
Save this phrase for truly impressive feats. Using it for small things makes you sound like a robot.
Meaning
The combination of persistent effort and strong determination to achieve a goal.
The 'O' Link
When speaking, connect the two words with a short 'o' sound to sound more like a native speaker.
Don't Overuse
Save this phrase for truly impressive feats. Using it for small things makes you sound like a robot.
Pair with 'Puladin'
If you want to sound very advanced, add the adjective 'pulādin' (steely) after 'erāde'.
Complimenting Iranians
If an Iranian friend achieves something, saying they have 'poshtkar va erade' is a very deep and respected compliment.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
او با پشتکار و _______ توانست در مسابقات طلا بگیرد.
The collocation is 'پشتکار و اراده'.
Which sentence is most natural for a job interview?
How would you describe your work ethic?
This is a standard professional self-description.
Match the Persian word to its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are the key components of the phrase and its context.
Complete the dialogue.
A: یادگیری فارسی خیلی سخت است. B: بله، اما با _______ و _______ حتماً موفق میشوی.
The phrase is used to encourage someone facing a difficult task.
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Visual Learning Aids
Effort vs. Grit
Practice Bank
4 exercisesاو با پشتکار و _______ توانست در مسابقات طلا بگیرد.
The collocation is 'پشتکار و اراده'.
How would you describe your work ethic?
This is a standard professional self-description.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the key components of the phrase and its context.
A: یادگیری فارسی خیلی سخت است. B: بله، اما با _______ و _______ حتماً موفق میشوی.
The phrase is used to encourage someone facing a difficult task.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt is written as one word (پشتکار), though it is a compound of 'posht' and 'kar'.
Yes, 'erade' means willpower. 'I have no willpower' is 'Man erade nadaram'.
'Talash' is general effort. 'Poshtkar' is the persistence to keep that effort going over time.
Very often, especially when reporting on scientific breakthroughs or athletic victories.
Usually no. It has a positive connotation of virtuous persistence.
You can say 'bi-erāde-gi' or 'faghdān-e poshtkār'.
Yes, if you are congratulating a friend on a big achievement.
Yes, it literally means your physical back, implying you are backing your work.
It has roots in Islamic philosophy but is used in purely secular contexts today.
'Tanbali' (laziness) or 'Sosti' (weakness/laxity).
Related Phrases
سعی و کوشش
synonymEffort and struggle
عزم راسخ
similarFirm resolve
سختکوشی
similarHardworking-ness
تلاش بیوقفه
builds onUninterrupted effort
