Meaning
The skills and knowledge of employees.
Cultural Background
In Iran, 'Sarmaye-ye Ensani' is often discussed in the context of the 'Konkur' (National Entrance Exam). High scores are seen as the ultimate proof of a person's value as human capital. Modern Iranian startups in Tehran (like Digikala or Snapp) use this term frequently in their 'About Us' pages to signal they are modern and value-driven. Iranian economists often argue that Iran's dependence on oil has led to the neglect of its 'Sarmaye-ye Ensani'. The Iranian diaspora is often cited as one of the most successful examples of 'Sarmaye-ye Ensani' in the US and Europe, highlighting the quality of Iranian education.
Use with 'Investment'
Always pair it with 'Sarmaye-gozari kardan' (to invest) to sound like a pro economist.
Don't pluralize
Keep it singular (Sarmaye Ensani) even if talking about many people.
Meaning
The skills and knowledge of employees.
Use with 'Investment'
Always pair it with 'Sarmaye-gozari kardan' (to invest) to sound like a pro economist.
Don't pluralize
Keep it singular (Sarmaye Ensani) even if talking about many people.
The Brain Drain context
If you mention this in Iran, people will likely start talking about migration. Be prepared for a long conversation!
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
آموزش و تجربه، اجزای اصلی _______ _______ هستند.
Education and experience are the main components of 'Human Capital'.
Which sentence is most appropriate for a business report?
How do we say 'We must protect our talented staff' formally?
This uses the formal 'Sarmaye Ensani' and 'Hefz kardan' (to preserve).
Match the Persian term with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are the three most common related terms in business.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesآموزش و تجربه، اجزای اصلی _______ _______ هستند.
Education and experience are the main components of 'Human Capital'.
How do we say 'We must protect our talented staff' formally?
This uses the formal 'Sarmaye Ensani' and 'Hefz kardan' (to preserve).
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the three most common related terms in business.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNot exactly. 'Manabe Ensani' is the HR department. 'Sarmaye Ensani' is the value of the people themselves.
Yes! You can say 'I am increasing my human capital by learning Persian.'
Only in professional or serious contexts. It's too formal for a casual chat.
There isn't a direct opposite, but 'Sarmaye-ye Fiziki' (Physical Capital) is often used as a contrast.
Related Phrases
منابع انسانی
similarHuman Resources
نیروی انسانی
similarManpower
سرمایهگذاری
builds onInvestment
فرار مغزها
contrastBrain Drain
