Meaning
To be unable to speak, often due to shock, fear, or shyness.
Cultural Background
Used in both formal and informal settings to express genuine surprise. Commonly used in Dari, identical meaning. Used in Tajiki, though sometimes with slight dialectal variations. Used by Persian speakers worldwide to maintain cultural connection.
Pronouns
Remember to change the suffix -ش to -م, -ت, etc., to match the subject.
Meaning
To be unable to speak, often due to shock, fear, or shyness.
Pronouns
Remember to change the suffix -ش to -م, -ت, etc., to match the subject.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
وقتی خبر را شنیدم، زبانم _____.
The correct idiom is 'زبان بند آمد'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesوقتی خبر را شنیدم، زبانم _____.
The correct idiom is 'زبان بند آمد'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, only for emotional shock.
Related Phrases
لال شدن
synonymTo become mute
دهن قفل شدن
similarMouth locking