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B2 adjective 11 min read

بی‌اساس

Q: How do I say 'This is a baseless lie'?

You can say 'این یک دروغ بیاساس است.' This combines both words for emphasis.

Q: Can I use 'bi-asās' to describe a feeling?

Yes, you can say 'ترس بیاساس' (baseless fear) or 'نگرانی بیاساس' (baseless worry).

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Practice it Examples Notes & Tips بی‌اساس in 30 Seconds

Explanation بی‌اساس in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use the word 'bi-asās' yet, as it is quite advanced. However, it is good to know its components. 'Bi' means 'no' or 'without,' and 'asās' means 'base' or 'foundation.' Think of it like a building without a floor. At this level, if you want to say something is not true, you just say 'dorogh' (lie) or 'na' (no). But if you see this word, remember it means 'without a reason' or 'not true.' It is like saying 'no foundation.' You might see it in simple news headlines. Just focus on the fact that 'bi' makes things negative in Persian, like 'bi-khāb' (without sleep/sleepless). This word is a great example of how Persian builds big words from small parts.

For A2 learners, 'bi-asās' is a word you might hear in TV shows or movies when people are arguing. It is a more polite way to say 'That's not true' than calling someone a liar. You can start using it in simple sentences like 'In harf bi-asās ast' (This talk is baseless). This helps you move away from very basic words like 'bad' or 'wrong.' At this level, you should learn that 'bi-asās' is an adjective. It describes things like rumors or stories. If your friend tells you a story that sounds impossible, you can say 'bi-asās' to show you don't believe it. It's a 'level-up' word for your vocabulary because it sounds more grown-up than just saying 'no.'

At the B1 level, you should be able to use 'bi-asās' in your writing and speaking to describe abstract things like 'rumors' (shāye-āt) or 'claims' (edde-ā). You should understand how to use the Ezafe to connect it to a noun: 'shāye-āt-e bi-asās.' You are moving into more complex topics like news and social issues, where this word is very common. You should also start to see the difference between 'bi-asās' and 'dorogh.' One means 'no proof,' and the other means 'a lie.' At B1, using 'bi-asās' shows you are beginning to understand the nuances of the Persian language. It's a great word to use when you are discussing opinions or things you've read online.

B2 is the target level for this word. At this stage, you should use 'bi-asās' naturally in formal and semi-formal contexts. You should be able to use it with a variety of nouns: 'اتهامات بی‌اساس' (baseless accusations), 'فرضیات بی‌اساس' (baseless assumptions), or 'ترس‌های بی‌اساس' (groundless fears). You should also be comfortable using it with verbs like 'telaghi kardan' (to deem) or 'dānestan' (to consider). At B2, you are expected to handle more professional or academic Persian, and 'bi-asās' is a key vocabulary item for critiquing information. You should also be aware of its synonyms like 'bi-pāye' and understand that 'bi-asās' is the more standard choice for media and legal contexts.

For C1 learners, 'bi-asās' is a basic tool in your large vocabulary. You should use it to build complex arguments. You might use it to dismiss an entire school of thought or a political platform. At this level, you should also be aware of the more literary or archaic synonyms like 'vāhi' or 'bi-bon' and know exactly when to choose 'bi-asās' for the most impact. You should be able to identify 'bi-asās' claims in fast-paced debates or sophisticated literature. You can also use it in the negative to show nuance, such as 'chandān bi-asās ham nist' (it's not entirely baseless either). This shows you can handle the subtle 'shades of grey' in Persian discourse.

At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of 'bi-asās.' You can use it with perfect tone and register in any situation, from a high-court legal defense to a philosophical treatise. You understand its historical roots and how it has been used in Persian literature for centuries. You might even use it ironically or in wordplay. At this level, you don't just know the word; you know its weight. You can explain the 'asās' (foundation) of the word itself to others. You are comfortable using it in highly formal written Persian, ensuring that all grammatical structures surrounding it, like complex relative clauses, are perfect. It is just one of many tools you use to express precise, critical thought.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

بی‌اساس in 30 Seconds

Bi-asās means 'baseless' or 'unfounded.'
It is used for rumors, claims, and accusations.
It is a formal and objective word.
It combines 'bi' (without) and 'asās' (basis).

The Persian word بی‌اساس (bi-asās) is a sophisticated adjective used to describe claims, rumors, accusations, or ideas that lack a solid foundation, evidence, or logical basis. In English, we most often translate it as 'unfounded,' 'baseless,' 'groundless,' or 'unsubstantiated.' Understanding this word is crucial for navigating formal Persian discourse, media reports, and intellectual debates. It is composed of two parts: the prefix بی- (bi-), meaning 'without,' and the noun اساس (asās), meaning 'foundation,' 'basis,' or 'root.' Therefore, etymologically, the word literally translates to 'without a foundation.'

Formal Context: In legal or political settings, this word is used to dismiss allegations. For example, a lawyer might say 'The accusations against my client are completely baseless.'

این شایعات کاملاً بی‌اساس هستند و نباید آن‌ها را باور کرد.

Translation: These rumors are completely unfounded and should not be believed.

When you encounter this word in Persian literature or news, it often carries a tone of dismissal or critical evaluation. It is not just saying something is 'wrong' (ghalat); it is specifically highlighting that the thing in question has no starting point in reality. If someone makes a guess without any clues, that guess is بی‌اساس. If a newspaper publishes a story without checking sources, that story is بی‌اساس. In daily life, you might use it when someone accuses you of something without proof. It is a powerful word because it attacks the very 'roots' of an argument.

Social Context: In social circles, using this word can sound a bit formal. If a friend tells a wild story, you might use it to be slightly dramatic or to show you are skeptical of their source.

او ادعاهای بی‌اساسی درباره‌ی همکارش مطرح کرد.

Translation: He made baseless claims about his colleague.

Historically, Persian thinkers have used this term to describe philosophical arguments that lack logical premises. In the modern era, it is the go-to word for 'fake news' or 'misinformation' that has no origin. It is important to distinguish this from 'dorogh' (lie). A lie is a deliberate falsehood, whereas something بی‌اساس might just be a mistake or a misunderstanding that grew because it had no foundation to keep it upright. Using this word shows a high level of Persian proficiency as it moves beyond basic 'good/bad' or 'true/false' descriptors into the realm of analytical evaluation.

Academic Usage: In university essays, use this to critique theories that lack empirical evidence. It sounds much more objective than saying a theory is 'bad.'

نظریه‌ی او به دلیل نبود مدارک کافی، بی‌اساس تلقی شد.

Translation: His theory was considered groundless due to the lack of sufficient evidence.

ترس‌های تو بی‌اساس هستند؛ نگران نباش.

Translation: Your fears are groundless; don't worry.

Using بی‌اساس correctly requires an understanding of Persian sentence structure and the 'Ezafe' construction. As an adjective, it typically follows the noun it modifies. However, it can also function as a predicate adjective after the verb 'to be' (budan). In this section, we will explore the various ways to integrate this word into your speech to sound more like a native speaker at the B2 level and beyond.

Attributive Usage: When you want to describe a noun directly, add the 'e' sound (Ezafe) to the noun. Example: 'shāye-āt-e bi-asās' (baseless rumors).

دولت گزارش‌های بی‌اساس رسانه‌ها را تکذیب کرد.

Translation: The government denied the baseless reports of the media.

In the sentence above, 'bi-asās' modifies 'gozāresh-hā' (reports). Notice how the word provides a sharp critique. If you were to say 'gozāresh-hā-ye dorogh' (false reports), it implies the media lied. By using 'bi-asās', you imply the media simply had no evidence for what they said, which is a common rhetorical strategy in Persian politics to avoid calling someone a direct liar while still invalidating their words.

Predicative Usage: When the word comes at the end of a sentence following a subject. Example: 'In harf bi-asās ast' (This talk is baseless).

نگرانی‌های شما درباره‌ی آینده کاملاً بی‌اساس است.

Translation: Your worries about the future are completely groundless.

Another advanced way to use this word is in the negative. While 'bi-asās' is already negative (without basis), you can say something is 'na bi-asās' (not baseless) to suggest it has some merit. This double-negative structure is common in intellectual discussions. For instance, 'This criticism is not entirely baseless' (In enteghād chandān bi-asās nist).

اتهاماتی که به او زده شده، بی‌اساس به نظر می‌رسند.

Translation: The accusations leveled against him seem groundless.

Combining with Verbs: Commonly used with 'dānestan' (to consider), 'telaghi kardan' (to deem), or 'khāndan' (to call/label).

مدیر شرکت همه‌ی شایعات را بی‌اساس خواند.

Translation: The company manager called all the rumors baseless.

In summary, whether you are writing a formal report or having a serious conversation, بی‌اساس allows you to challenge the validity of information with precision. It is a hallmark of B2-level Persian because it requires the speaker to think about the 'foundation' of an argument rather than just its surface-level truth. Practice using it with common nouns like 'shāye-āt' (rumors), 'edde-ā' (claim), and 'negari' (worry).

You will encounter بی‌اساس in several specific domains of Persian life. Because it is a word that deals with the validity of information, it is a staple of news broadcasting, judicial proceedings, and academic critique. However, it also appears in literature and poetry where it might describe the 'baselessness' of the world or human desires, giving it a philosophical or even mystical flavor in certain contexts.

The News and Media: This is the most frequent place to hear the word. News anchors often report on 'baseless claims' (edde-āhāye bi-asās) made by foreign governments or opposition groups.

سخنگوی وزارت خارجه این ادعاها را بی‌اساس و مضحک دانست.

Translation: The Foreign Ministry spokesperson called these claims baseless and ridiculous.

In the legal system, a 'baseless lawsuit' (da'vaye bi-asās) is one that is dismissed because there is no legal or factual ground to support it. If you ever watch a Persian courtroom drama or read about a legal case in an Iranian newspaper, look for this word. It is used to protect the integrity of the law by separating serious cases from those that are 'without foundation.'

Intellectual and Academic Debate: Persian scholars use 'bi-asās' to critique theories that are not supported by data. It is a standard part of peer review and critical thinking in Persian academia.

بسیاری از فرضیات قدیمی اکنون بی‌اساس شناخته می‌شوند.

Translation: Many old hypotheses are now recognized as groundless.

In literature, specifically in the works of modern Persian writers like Sadegh Hedayat or even in classical poetry, the idea of the world being 'without a firm foundation' is a recurring theme. While they might use synonyms like 'bi-pāye' (without foot/foundation), 'bi-asās' is used when the focus is on the lack of a rational or structural core. It highlights a sense of existential fragility.

Daily Life and Gossip: When people talk about 'harf-e mardom' (what people say/gossip), they often dismiss it by saying it's all baseless. It's a way to maintain one's reputation.

حرف‌های پشت سر او کاملاً بی‌اساس بود.

Translation: The talk behind her back was completely baseless.

Finally, in the age of social media, Persian users often use this word in comments to call out 'fake news' (akhbār-e ja'li). If a post makes a sensational claim without a link or a source, you will see comments saying 'bi-asās ast' or asking for the 'asās' (basis) of the claim. It is an essential tool for digital literacy in the Persian-speaking world.

Even for intermediate learners, using بی‌اساس can lead to some common pitfalls. These usually involve confusion with similar words, incorrect grammatical placement, or using it in a register that is either too formal or too informal for the situation. Let's break down these mistakes so you can avoid them and speak Persian with more precision.

Mistake 1: Confusing it with 'Dorogh' (Lie): A lie is an intentional falsehood. 'Bi-asās' means something lacks evidence. If you call someone's honest mistake 'bi-asās', it's accurate. If you call it 'dorogh', you are accusing them of being a liar.

Incorrect: حرف تو دروغ است (when you mean it lacks proof).
Correct: حرف تو بی‌اساس است.

Note: Use 'bi-asās' to be more objective and less aggressive.

Another common error is the incorrect use of the prefix 'bi-'. Some learners try to create their own 'bi-' words that don't exist, or they forget that 'bi-asās' is a fixed compound adjective. You cannot separate the 'bi' from 'asās' with other words. It must stay together as a single concept.

Mistake 2: Overusing it in Informal Speech: While not 'wrong,' using 'bi-asās' while hanging out with friends at a cafe might sound a bit 'ketābi' (bookish). In very casual settings, people might just say 'alaki-ye' (it's fake/nonsense).

Casual: این خبر الکیه.
Formal: این خبر بی‌اساس است.

Note: 'Alaki' is very informal; 'bi-asās' is the standard formal choice.

Learners also sometimes confuse 'bi-asās' with 'bi-khod' (useless/pointless). While both start with 'bi-', they have different meanings. 'Bi-khod' describes an action that has no benefit, while 'bi-asās' describes a statement that has no proof. For example, 'Don't cry uselessly' (bi-khod gerye nakon) vs 'Your reason is baseless' (dalil-at bi-asās ast).

Mistake 3: Word Order in Compound Sentences: When using verbs like 'dānestan' (to consider), learners often put the adjective in the wrong place. The structure should be: [Noun] + را + [bi-asās] + [Verb].

من این شایعه را بی‌اساس می‌دانم.

Correct: 'I consider this rumor baseless.' Don't forget the 'rā' (Object marker).

By being mindful of these nuances—distinguishing it from 'dorogh' and 'alaki,' ensuring the Ezafe is present, and maintaining the correct word order—you will use بی‌اساس with the confidence of a native speaker. It is a word that commands respect for your vocabulary and shows you can think critically in Persian.

Persian is a language rich in synonyms, and بی‌اساس has several 'siblings' that you can use to vary your speech or to provide a slightly different nuance. Knowing when to use 'bi-asās' versus 'bi-pāye' or 'vāhi' is what separates a good speaker from a great one. Let's compare these alternatives.

بی‌اساس vs. بی‌پايه (bi-pāye): These are almost identical. 'Pāye' also means foundation or base. However, 'bi-asās' is slightly more common in legal and political news, while 'bi-pāye' is often used in literature and daily speech.

ادعاهای بی‌اساس (Baseless claims) vs. حرف‌های بی‌پايه (Groundless talk).

Another powerful alternative is واهی (vāhi). This word carries a stronger sense of 'empty' or 'illusory.' While 'bi-asās' says there is no proof, 'vāhi' suggests the thing is a complete phantom or a hollow dream. You often hear it in the phrase 'omidhāye vāhi' (hollow hopes).

واهی (Vāhi): Use this when something is not just baseless, but actually foolish or delusional. Example: 'He has hollow dreams about winning the lottery.'

او درگیر خیالات واهی شده است.

Translation: He has become involved in illusory imaginations.

For a more scientific or logical tone, you might use نامدلل (nā-modallal), which means 'unsubstantiated' or 'not proven by logic.' This is very high-level and used almost exclusively in academic writing. Conversely, for something that is simply 'incorrect,' you have the basic نادرست (nā-dorost) or غلط (ghalat).

Summary of Alternatives

بی‌پايه: Very close synonym, slightly less formal.
واهی: Illusory, empty, or delusional.
ساختگی (Sākhtegi): Fabricated or made-up.
کذب (Kezb): Falsehood (Arabic root, very formal).

Choosing the right word depends on your intent. If you want to sound like a news reporter, stick with بی‌اساس. If you want to sound like a poet or a philosopher, try واهی. If you want to sound like a scientist, use نامدلل. Mastering these synonyms will give your Persian a layer of sophistication that is characteristic of native speakers.

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Fun Fact

The word 'asās' originally referred to the foundation of a building or a tent in Arabic. When combined with the Persian 'bi-', it created a perfect metaphor for an argument that 'doesn't stand on anything.'

Pronunciation Guide

UK /biː.æ.sɒːs/

US /biː.æ.sɑːs/

The stress is on the last syllable: bi-asĀS.

Rhymes With

Hassās (sensitive) Almās (diamond) Eghbās (adaptation) Sepās (thanks) Lebās (clothes) Anānās (pineapple) Gheyās (comparison) Tāmās (contact)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'asās' as 'as-as' (short a). It must be a long 'ā'.
Merging the 'bi' and 'asās' too quickly. Keep them distinct.
Misplacing the stress on the first syllable.
Confusing the 's' sound with 'sh'.
Using a 'v' sound for the 'b' in 'bi'.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 3/5

Easy to recognize once you know the prefix 'bi-' and the root 'asās'.

Writing 4/5

Requires correct use of Ezafe and formal sentence structures.

Speaking 4/5

Requires correct pronunciation of the long 'ā' and proper stress.

Listening 3/5

Common in news; easy to pick out in formal speech.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

اساس بدون دروغ حرف خبر

Learn Next

مستدل واهی تکذیب ادعا اتهام

Advanced

نامدلل متقن بنیادین ریشه‌دار سفسطه

Grammar to Know

Prefix 'Bi-'

بی-کار (without work), بی‌-اساس (without basis).

Ezafe Construction

شایعه‌یِ بی‌اساس (The 'ye' connects the noun and adjective).

Adjective as Predicate

این خبر بی‌اساس است (Adjective comes before the verb).

Object Marker 'Rā'

او این ادعا را بی‌اساس دانست (Rā marks the object being judged).

Subjunctive with 'Nabāyad'

نباید حرف‌های بی‌اساس را باور کنی.

Examples by Level

این حرف بی‌اساس است.

This talk is baseless.

Simple subject + adjective + 'ast' (is).

او شایعه‌ی بی‌اساس گفت.

He told a baseless rumor.

Noun + Ezafe + Adjective.

داستان تو بی‌اساس است.

Your story is baseless.

Possessive 'to' (your) + 'bi-asās'.

ترس او بی‌اساس بود.

His fear was baseless.

Past tense of 'to be' (bud).

آن خبر بی‌اساس است.

That news is baseless.

'An' (that) + noun.

چرا این ادعا بی‌اساس است؟

Why is this claim baseless?

Question word 'cherā' (why).

من حرف بی‌اساس نمی‌زنم.

I don't say baseless things.

Negative verb 'nemizanam'.

کتاب او بی‌اساس بود.

His book was baseless.

Simple adjective use.

همه‌ی این حرف‌ها بی‌اساس هستند.

All these words are baseless.

Plural verb 'hastand'.

او همیشه ادعاهای بی‌اساس می‌کند.

He always makes baseless claims.

Present habitual tense.

فکر نکن این شایعات بی‌اساس هستند.

Don't think these rumors are baseless.

Imperative negative 'fokr nakon'.

گزارش پلیس نشان داد که اتهام بی‌اساس بود.

The police report showed the accusation was baseless.

Compound sentence with 'ke'.

شما نباید به حرف‌های بی‌اساس گوش دهید.

You should not listen to baseless words.

Modal verb 'nabāyad'.

این یک فرضیه‌ی بی‌اساس است.

This is a baseless hypothesis.

Indefinite 'yek' + noun.

دیروز یک خبر بی‌اساس شنیدم.

Yesterday I heard a baseless piece of news.

Past simple tense.

آیا این اتهام بی‌اساس است یا نه؟

Is this accusation baseless or not?

Alternative question structure.

بسیاری از مردم به شایعات بی‌اساس اهمیت می‌دهند.

Many people give importance to baseless rumors.

Compound verb 'ahammiyat dādan'.

او با مدارک ثابت کرد که ادعاها بی‌اساس بودند.

He proved with documents that the claims were baseless.

Use of 'bā' (with) for means.

نباید بر اساس اطلاعات بی‌اساس تصمیم بگیرید.

You should not make decisions based on baseless information.

Prepositional phrase 'bar asās-e'.

این تحلیل کاملاً بی‌اساس به نظر می‌رسد.

This analysis seems completely baseless.

Adverb 'kāmelan' + 'be nazar residan'.

او سعی کرد ثابت کند که حرف‌هایش بی‌اساس نیست.

He tried to prove that his words are not baseless.

Infinitive 'sābet kardan'.

روزنامه‌ها نباید اخبار بی‌اساس را منتشر کنند.

Newspapers should not publish baseless news.

Subjunctive mood 'montasher konand'.

دلیل شما برای این کار بی‌اساس است.

Your reason for this action is baseless.

Noun 'dalil' (reason).

او از شنیدن این تهمت‌های بی‌اساس خسته شده است.

He is tired of hearing these baseless slanders.

Present perfect 'khaste shode ast'.

دولت هرگونه اتهام فساد را بی‌اساس خواند و رد کرد.

The government called any accusation of corruption baseless and rejected it.

Use of 'har-goune' (any kind of).

این نظریه به دلیل نبود شواهد کافی، بی‌اساس تلقی می‌شود.

This theory is deemed baseless due to the lack of sufficient evidence.

Passive-like construction 'telaghi mishavad'.

او در نامه‌ای به مدیر، تمام شایعات را بی‌اساس دانست.

In a letter to the manager, he considered all the rumors baseless.

Object marker 'rā' with 'dānestan'.

نگرانی‌های او در مورد امنیت شغلی‌اش بی‌اساس نبود.

His worries about his job security were not baseless.

Negative predicate 'bi-asās nabud'.

ما نباید اجازه دهیم این ادعاهای بی‌اساس بر روابط ما تأثیر بگذارد.

We should not let these baseless claims affect our relationship.

Complex subjunctive construction.

پژوهش‌های اخیر نشان می‌دهند که آن باورهای قدیمی بی‌اساس هستند.

Recent research shows that those old beliefs are baseless.

Plural subject-verb agreement.

او با لحنی تند، انتقادات را بی‌اساس و مغرضانه توصیف کرد.

With a sharp tone, he described the criticisms as baseless and biased.

Adjective pairing 'bi-asās va moghrezāne'.

بسیاری از ترس‌های ما در واقع بی‌اساس و ناشی از تخیل هستند.

Many of our fears are actually baseless and stem from imagination.

Compound predicate.

این استدلال‌ها به قدری بی‌اساس هستند که نیاز به پاسخگویی ندارند.

These arguments are so baseless that they don't need a response.

Result clause with 'be ghadri... ke'.

منتقدین بر این باورند که وعده‌های انتخاباتی او کاملاً بی‌اساس بوده است.

Critics believe that his election promises have been completely baseless.

Reporting clause 'bar in bāvarand ke'.

او در کتاب خود، ریشه‌های بی‌اساسِ این تفکر را تحلیل می‌کند.

In his book, he analyzes the baseless roots of this thinking.

Complex Ezafe chain.

پذیرفتن چنین ادعای بی‌اساسی بدون تحقیق، اشتباه بزرگی است.

Accepting such a baseless claim without investigation is a big mistake.

Gerund-like infinitive subject.

او همواره از ورود به بحث‌های بی‌اساس و وقت‌گیر خودداری می‌کند.

He always avoids entering into baseless and time-consuming debates.

Compound verb 'khoddāri kardan'.

این فرضیه که زمین صاف است، در دنیای امروز کاملاً بی‌اساس است.

The hypothesis that the earth is flat is completely baseless in today's world.

Appositive clause 'ke...'.

دادگاه به دلیل بی‌اساس بودن شکایت، پرونده را مختومه اعلام کرد.

The court declared the case closed due to the baselessness of the complaint.

Noun form of the adjective phrase 'bi-asās budan'.

او سعی داشت با تکیه بر آمارهای بی‌اساس، مخاطبان را فریب دهد.

He was trying to deceive the audience by relying on baseless statistics.

Participial phrase 'bā takye bar'.

تقلیل دادن یک پدیده‌ی پیچیده به چنین فرضیات بی‌اساسی، ساده‌انگاری است.

Reducing a complex phenomenon to such baseless assumptions is oversimplification.

Complex verbal noun subject.

او در بیانیه‌ای کوبنده، تمامی اتهامات وارده را کذب محض و بی‌اساس خواند.

In a crushing statement, he called all the leveled accusations pure lies and baseless.

Advanced vocabulary 'kezbe mahz'.

بی‌اساس دانستن کل یک نظام فکری بدون مطالعه‌ی عمیق، به دور از انصاف است.

To consider an entire system of thought baseless without deep study is far from fair.

Complex infinitive construction.

این نوشتار به نقدِ آرای بی‌اساسی می‌پردازد که در فضای مجازی رواج یافته است.

This writing critiques the baseless views that have become common in cyberspace.

Restrictive relative clause.

او با ظرافت تمام، بی‌اساس بودنِ منطقِ حاکم بر داستان را آشکار کرد.

With total subtlety, he revealed the baselessness of the logic governing the story.

Adverbial phrase 'bā zarāfate tamām'.

فقدان پشتوانه‌ی علمی، این طرح را در زمره‌ی پروژه‌های بی‌اساس قرار داد.

The lack of scientific backing placed this plan among baseless projects.

Formal phrase 'dar zomre-ye'.

ما با حجمی از اطلاعات بی‌اساس روبرو هستیم که تمیز دادنِ حقیقت را دشوار می‌کند.

We are faced with a volume of baseless information that makes discerning the truth difficult.

Relative clause with 'ke'.

او مدعی است که تمامی آن پیش‌بینی‌های بدبینانه، بی‌اساس از آب درآمده‌اند.

He claims that all those pessimistic predictions have turned out to be baseless.

Idiomatic verb 'az āb dar-āmadan'.

Common Collocations

شایعات بی‌اساس

ادعای بی‌اساس

اتهام بی‌اساس

ترس بی‌اساس

گزارش بی‌اساس

فرضیه بی‌اساس

حرف بی‌اساس

نگرانی بی‌اساس

وعده بی‌اساس

باور بی‌اساس

Common Phrases

کاملاً بی‌اساس

— Completely baseless. Used for strong emphasis.

این حرف کاملاً بی‌اساس است.

بی‌اساس خواندن

— To call something baseless. Common in news.

او اتهامات را بی‌اساس خواند.

بی‌اساس دانستن

— To consider something baseless.

من این خبر را بی‌اساس می‌دانم.

بی‌اساس تلقی کردن

— To deem something as baseless (formal).

این گزارش بی‌اساس تلقی شد.

از بیخ و بن بی‌اساس

— Baseless from the roots (completely false).

ادعای او از بیخ و بن بی‌اساس بود.

پوچ و بی‌اساس

— Hollow and baseless (often paired).

وعده‌های او پوچ و بی‌اساس بودند.

بی‌اساس بودن

— The state of being baseless.

بی‌اساس بودنِ این خبر ثابت شد.

چندان بی‌اساس نیست

— It's not that baseless (it has some truth).

حرف او چندان بی‌اساس نیست.

ادعاهای واهی و بی‌اساس

— Illusory and baseless claims.

او ادعاهای واهی و بی‌اساسی کرد.

شایعه‌ای بی‌اساس

— A baseless rumor.

این فقط یک شایعه‌ای بی‌اساس است.

Often Confused With

بی‌اساس vs دروغ

Dorough is a lie (intent to deceive); bi-asās is baseless (lack of evidence).

بی‌اساس vs بی‌خود

Bi-khod is useless or for no reason; bi-asās is without a factual foundation.

بی‌اساس vs الکی

Alaki is slang for fake or just for fun; bi-asās is the formal version.

Idioms & Expressions

"روی هوا حرف زدن"

— To talk 'on the air' (to make baseless claims).

بدون مدرک حرف نزن، روی هوا حرف می‌زنی.

Informal

"بی‌گدار به آب زدن"

— To act without a plan/basis (related to being groundless in action).

قبل از تحقیق، بی‌گدار به آب نزن.

Neutral

"خشت اول گر نهد معمار کج"

— If the first brick is crooked (the whole foundation is baseless/wrong).

این پروژه از ابتدا بی‌اساس بود؛ خشت اول گر نهد معمار کج...

Literary

"آب در هاون کوبیدن"

— To pound water in a mortar (to do something baseless/useless).

بحث با او مثل آب در هاون کوبیدن است چون حرف‌هایش بی‌اساس است.

Neutral

"باد هوا"

— Wind of the air (something with no substance/baseless).

وعده‌های او همه باد هوا بود.

Informal

"آسمان و ریسمان بافتن"

— To weave heaven and rope (to make illogical, baseless connections).

برای توجیه کارش آسمان و ریسمان می‌بافت.

Neutral

"درِ پیت"

— Poor quality/baseless (slang for things).

این یک مجله‌ی درِ پیت و بی‌اساس است.

Slang

"شکم‌سیر حرف زدن"

— To talk without thinking/basis (often about others' problems).

او درباره‌ی فقر شکم‌سیر و بی‌اساس حرف می‌زند.

Informal

"نقش بر آب"

— Pattern on water (something that disappears/has no basis).

نقشه‌های بی‌اساس او نقش بر آب شد.

Literary

"حرف مفت"

— Free talk (cheap/baseless talk).

این‌ها همه حرف مفت و بی‌اساس است.

Informal/Vulgar

Easily Confused

بی‌اساس vs بی‌بنیاد

Both mean without foundation.

Bi-bonyād is more literary; bi-asās is more journalistic.

تفکرات بی‌بنیاد

بی‌اساس vs واهی

Both describe things that aren't real.

Vāhi implies 'illusory' or 'empty'; bi-asās implies 'unproven'.

خیالات واهی

بی‌اساس vs نادرست

Both mean not true.

Nā-dorost is 'incorrect' (like a math error); bi-asās is 'unfounded' (like a rumor).

گزینه‌ی نادرست

بی‌اساس vs بی‌ریشه

Both mean lacking a base.

Bi-rishe is usually used for people or cultures lacking roots.

فرهنگ بی‌ریشه

بی‌اساس vs نامربوط

Both dismiss a statement.

Nā-marbut means 'irrelevant'; bi-asās means 'baseless'.

حرف نامربوط

Sentence Patterns

[Subject] [Adjective] ast.

این حرف بی‌اساس است.

[Noun] + e + بی‌اساس

شایعه‌ی بی‌اساس

[Subject] را بی‌اساس دانستن

من این خبر را بی‌اساس می‌دانم.

به دلیلِ [Noun] + e + بی‌اساس

به دلیل ادعای بی‌اساس

بی‌اساس بودنِ [Noun]

بی‌اساس بودنِ این نظریه ثابت شد.

در زمره‌یِ [Noun] + hā-ye بی‌اساس

در زمره‌ی پروژه‌های بی‌اساس

چندان بی‌اساس نبودن

این حرف چندان بی‌اساس نیست.

اتهاماتِ وارده را بی‌اساس خواندن

او اتهامات وارده را بی‌اساس خواند.

Word Family

Nouns

Verbs

Adjectives

How to Use It

frequency

Very common in news, law, and formal debates.

Common Mistakes

Using 'bi-asās' for a person. → Using 'bi-e'tebār' or 'ghabel-e e'temād nist'.
'Bi-asās' describes things, not people.
Forgetting the Ezafe. → ادعایِ بی‌اساس (Edde-ā-ye bi-asās)
The noun must be connected to the adjective.
Using it in very casual slang. → Using 'alaki' or 'chert'.
'Bi-asās' can sound too formal for a quick joke among friends.
Confusing 'bi-asās' with 'bi-khod'. → Use 'bi-asās' for lack of proof.
'Bi-khod' means 'for no reason' or 'useless'.
Misplacing the stress. → Stress on 'sās'.
Persian adjectives usually have stress on the last syllable.

Tips

Prefix Power

Learn other 'bi-' words like 'bi-savād' (illiterate) and 'bi-kār' (unemployed) to see the pattern.

Media Literacy

When reading Persian news, look for 'bi-asās' to identify when a government is denying an accusation.

The Ezafe

Always remember the 'e' or 'ye' sound when using 'bi-asās' after a noun.

Baseless vs Lie

Use 'bi-asās' to be more professional and less confrontational than calling something a lie.

Critical Thinking

In university, use 'bi-asās' to critique sources that lack citations.

Intonation

Use a downward intonation at the end of 'bi-asās' to sound more certain.

Reputation

Understand that 'bi-asās' is often used to defend 'āberū' (honor) in Persian culture.

TV Dramas

Listen for this word in courtroom scenes in Persian movies.

Synonym Variety

Try using 'bi-pāye' in one paragraph and 'bi-asās' in another to avoid repetition.

Visual Aid

Visualize a table with no legs; that is a 'bi-asās' argument.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'Bee' (Bi) flying over a 'Sauce' (Asās) bottle. The bee has no feet, so it has no 'foundation' on the sauce. Bi-asās!

Visual Association

Imagine a house floating in the air with no ground beneath it. That house is 'bi-asās'.

Word Web

Rumor Claim Baseless No Foundation Unfounded Lie Evidence Logic

Challenge

Write three sentences dismissing a different 'bi-asās' thing in each: a rumor, a fear, and a news report.

Word Origin

Derived from the Persian prefix 'bi-' (without) and the Arabic loanword 'asās' (foundation).

Original meaning: Without a base or foundation.

Indo-European (prefix) + Semitic (root).

Cultural Context

Calling a religious belief 'bi-asās' can be highly offensive in certain contexts. Use with caution regarding sensitive topics.

The English 'baseless' is a direct equivalent, but 'bi-asās' is used more frequently in formal Persian news than 'baseless' is in English news.

Used frequently in IRNA (Islamic Republic News Agency) reports. Common in the speeches of Mohammad Javad Zarif. Found in modern Persian novels like 'The Blind Owl' (in similar contexts).

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Politics

ادعاهای بی‌اساس دشمن
تکذیب اخبار بی‌اساس
اتهامات بی‌اساس سیاسی
بیانیه بی‌اساس

Law

شکایت بی‌اساس
اتهام بی‌اساس قتل
مدارک بی‌اساس
دفاع در برابر ادعای بی‌اساس

Science

نظریه بی‌اساس
فرضیه بی‌اساس
داده‌های بی‌اساس
استدلال بی‌اساس

Daily Life

شایعه بی‌اساس
حرف بی‌اساس
نگرانی بی‌اساس
ترس بی‌اساس

Media

گزارش بی‌اساس
خبر بی‌اساس
تیتر بی‌اساس
منبع بی‌اساس

Conversation Starters

"آیا فکر می‌کنی شایعاتی که درباره‌ی شرکت شنیده‌ایم بی‌اساس هستند؟"

"چطور می‌توانیم بفهمیم یک خبر در اینترنت بی‌اساس است یا نه؟"

"به نظر تو چرا مردم این‌قدر راحت ادعاهای بی‌اساس را باور می‌کنند؟"

"آیا تا به حال کسی به تو اتهام بی‌اساسی زده است؟"

"چرا دولت‌ها همیشه گزارش‌های مخالفان را بی‌اساس می‌خوانند؟"

Journal Prompts

درباره‌ی زمانی بنویس که یک نگرانی بی‌اساس داشتی و بعداً فهمیدی اشتباه می‌کردی.

چگونه می‌توان در دنیای امروز بین اخبار واقعی و شایعات بی‌اساس تفاوت قائل شد؟

اهمیت داشتنِ یک 'اساس' محکم برای باورهای شخصی چیست؟

اگر کسی به تو تهمت بی‌اساسی بزند، بهترین راه برای پاسخ دادن چیست؟

نقش رسانه‌ها در گسترش ادعاهای بی‌اساس در جامعه را تحلیل کن.

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

No, 'bi-asās' describes statements, ideas, or claims. To describe an unreliable person, you might use 'بی‌اعتبار' (bi-e'tebār).

Yes, it is used to dismiss or criticize something as having no proof. However, it is a formal and objective way to do so.

They are synonyms. 'Bi-asās' is more common in news and law, while 'bi-pāye' is slightly more common in literature and conversation.

You can say 'این یک دروغ بی‌اساس است.' This combines both words for emphasis.

Yes, it is used to describe hypotheses or theories that have no empirical data to support them.

Yes, poets often use it to describe the instability of the world or the vanity of human desires.

The most common opposite is 'مستدل' (mostadall), meaning 'supported by evidence' or 'reasoned'.

Yes, you can say 'ترس بی‌اساس' (baseless fear) or 'نگرانی بی‌اساس' (baseless worry).

Yes, but it might sound a bit formal. If you are being serious, it is perfect. If you are joking, it might sound sarcastic.

It is pronounced like the English word 'bee' with a long 'i' sound.