Meaning
The act of providing advice and expert opinion to help someone make decisions.
Cultural Background
In Iran, the 'Markaz-e Moshavere' is a staple of every university campus, often providing both academic and mental health support. In Dari Persian, 'Rahnamayi' is also used for real estate agencies ('Rahnamayi-ye Moamelat'), which can be confusing for learners. In Tajikistan, the term 'Mashvarat' is often used in political or community elder contexts more than the modern clinical 'Moshavere'. Persian speakers abroad often use 'Counseling' as a loanword but will revert to 'Rahnamayi va Moshavere' when speaking formally.
Use the 'o' link
In fast speech, say 'Rahnamayi-o-Moshavere' to sound more like a native speaker.
Not for friends
Don't use this for casual advice; it sounds like you're charging them a fee!
Meaning
The act of providing advice and expert opinion to help someone make decisions.
Use the 'o' link
In fast speech, say 'Rahnamayi-o-Moshavere' to sound more like a native speaker.
Not for friends
Don't use this for casual advice; it sounds like you're charging them a fee!
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
برای انتخاب رشته دانشگاه، باید به مرکز ________ مراجعه کنی.
Professional academic advice requires 'راهنمایی و مشاوره'.
Which sentence is the most formal?
Choose the formal version:
This uses the full formal collocation.
Match the type of counseling to the situation.
Matching: 1. تحصیلی 2. شغلی 3. خانواده
Tahsili = Academic, Shoghli = Career, Khanevadeh = Family.
🎉 Score: /3
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Practice Bank
3 exercisesبرای انتخاب رشته دانشگاه، باید به مرکز ________ مراجعه کنی.
Professional academic advice requires 'راهنمایی و مشاوره'.
Choose the formal version:
This uses the full formal collocation.
Matching: 1. تحصیلی 2. شغلی 3. خانواده
Tahsili = Academic, Shoghli = Career, Khanevadeh = Family.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it can mean a guidebook or the act of guiding, but in this pair, it means professional guidance.
Yes, 'Moshaver' is the common word for a counselor or therapist.
Related Phrases
مشورت کردن
similarTo consult
نصیحت کردن
contrastTo advise/preach
رهنمود
specialized formGuideline
رایزنی
synonymDeliberation/Lobbying