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گزاره

gozareh

When you're learning Persian at a B2 level, you're ready to tackle more complex linguistic concepts. The word گزاره (gozāre) is a great example of this.

It refers to a 'proposition' or a 'statement' that expresses a judgment or opinion. Think of it as the core idea in a sentence that can be true or false. You'll encounter this word in discussions about logic, philosophy, and even when analyzing grammatical structures. Understanding گزاره helps you dissect and comprehend more intricate Persian texts and arguments.

When using "گزاره" at a C1 level, you're moving beyond simple recognition of statements to analyzing their logical structure and implications. It often appears in discussions of philosophy, logic, or linguistics, referring to a declarative sentence capable of being true or false. Understanding "گزاره" at this stage involves grasping its role in forming arguments, expressing complex ideas, and distinguishing facts from opinions. Consider how different "گزاره" combine to build a coherent argument or how a single "گزاره" can encapsulate a nuanced perspective. You'll also encounter its use in more abstract contexts, where the truth value of the statement might be theoretical or debated.

گزاره in 30 Seconds

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§ What 'گزاره' Means

The Persian word "گزاره" (gozâre) is a noun. It's often translated as 'proposition' or 'statement'. Think of it as a formal way to refer to something that is stated, asserted, or expressed as an opinion or judgment. It’s a common term in logic, philosophy, and even everyday speech when you want to emphasize a declared statement.

DEFINITION
Proposition, a statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion.

§ How to Use 'گزاره' in Sentences

When you use 'گزاره', you're usually referring to a complete thought or idea that can be true or false. It's often paired with verbs like 'بیان کردن' (bayân kardan - to express), 'مطرح کردن' (matrah kardan - to propose/raise), or 'پذیرفتن' (pazircoftan - to accept).

§ Common Structures

  • گزاره + verb: This is the most straightforward way. The گزاره itself is the subject or object of a verb.

    این یک گزاره فلسفی است.

    (This is a philosophical proposition.)

    او گزاره خود را بیان کرد.

    (He expressed his proposition.)

  • ...یک گزاره که...: You can use 'که' (ke - that) to introduce a clause that further defines the proposition.

    این یک گزاره است که همه با آن موافق نیستند.

    (This is a proposition that not everyone agrees with.)

  • گزاره‌های مختلف: To talk about multiple propositions, use the plural form 'گزاره‌ها' (gozâre-hâ).

    ما باید گزاره‌های مختلف را بررسی کنیم.

    (We need to examine different propositions.)

§ Prepositions with 'گزاره'

While 'گزاره' itself is a noun and doesn't take many prepositions directly, it often appears in phrases with other words that do. Here are some examples:

  • در مورد این گزاره: (dar mowred-e in gozâre - regarding this proposition)

    بحث‌های زیادی در مورد این گزاره وجود دارد.

    (There are many discussions regarding this proposition.)

  • با این گزاره: (bâ in gozâre - with this proposition, often meaning 'agreeing with' or 'based on')

    آیا شما با این گزاره موافقید؟

    (Do you agree with this proposition?)

  • به این گزاره: (be in gozâre - to this proposition, often meaning 'referring to' or 'responding to')

    پاسخ او به این گزاره روشن نبود.

    (His answer to this proposition was not clear.)

§ Practical Examples

Let's look at a few more examples to help you get comfortable with 'گزاره'.

  • هر گزاره علمی باید قابل اثبات باشد.

    (Every scientific proposition must be provable.)

  • این گزاره اصلی کتاب است.

    (This is the main proposition of the book.)

  • ما به دنبال گزاره‌های جدید هستیم.

    (We are looking for new propositions.)

Keep practicing with 'گزاره' and you'll get the hang of it!

§ Don't confuse 'گزاره' with 'پیشنهاد' (pishnahad)

Many learners, especially at the B1-B2 level, tend to use 'پیشنهاد' (pishnahad), meaning 'suggestion' or 'proposal,' when they actually mean 'گزاره.' While both can involve an idea being put forward, 'گزاره' is a more formal, academic term for a statement that can be judged as true or false. 'پیشنهاد' is about offering something for consideration or action.

این یک گزاره فلسفی است. (This is a philosophical proposition.)

پیشنهاد می‌کنم به سینما برویم. (I suggest we go to the cinema.)

§ Using 'گزاره' in everyday speech

'گزاره' is generally not used in casual, everyday conversation. It sounds overly formal and academic if you use it to describe simple statements. For instance, if you want to say, 'He made a statement,' you wouldn't typically use 'گزاره.' You'd use words like 'حرف' (harf - word/talk) or 'بیان' (bayan - statement/expression).

Incorrect:

او یک گزاره درباره هوا گفت. (He said a proposition about the weather.) - This sounds unnatural.

Correct:

او یک حرف درباره هوا زد. (He made a comment about the weather.)

§ Overusing 'گزاره' for any statement

While 'گزاره' means 'proposition' or 'statement,' it's specifically for statements that present an idea or assertion that can be analyzed for its truth value. Not every sentence or declaration is a 'گزاره.' For example, a question, a command, or an exclamation are not 'گزاره' because they don't express a judgment that can be true or false.

  • Question:
    آیا شما گرسنه‌اید؟ (Are you hungry?)
  • Command:
    برو! (Go!)
  • Exclamation:
    وای! (Wow!)

None of the above are 'گزاره' because they don't assert a truth. They serve different communicative functions.

§ Not understanding the context of 'گزاره'

The word 'گزاره' often appears in specific academic contexts, such as:

  • منطق (mantegh):
    Logic, where 'گزاره' is a fundamental element.
  • فلسفه (falsafeh):
    Philosophy, when discussing philosophical statements or theories.
  • ریاضیات (riyaziyat):
    Mathematics, in the context of mathematical propositions or theorems.

Using 'گزاره' outside these contexts can make your Persian sound unnatural or even incorrect. Pay attention to the surrounding vocabulary and the overall tone of the conversation or text to determine if 'گزاره' is the right fit.

§ Similar words and when to use this one vs alternatives

When you learn a new word like گزاره (gazareh), it's really helpful to know how it stacks up against other similar words. This helps you choose the right word for the right situation, making your Persian sound more natural and accurate.

Definition
Proposition, a statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion.

Let's look at some words that might seem similar to گزاره but have different nuances.

§ 1. "بیان" (Bayan) - Statement, Expression

Similarity
Both refer to something said or communicated.
Difference
While گزاره often implies a logical or formal statement that can be true or false (like in philosophy or logic), "بیان" is more general. It refers to any expression or statement of thoughts, feelings, or facts. Think of it as 'utterance' or 'declaration'.

این یک بیان احساسات او بود.

Hint: This was an expression of his feelings.

§ 2. "جمله" (Jomle) - Sentence

Similarity
Both are linguistic units.
Difference
A "جمله" is a grammatical unit. It's how we structure words to form a complete thought. A گزاره, while often expressed as a sentence, is more about the content's truth value or its role in logic. Not every sentence is a گزاره (e.g., questions or commands are sentences but not propositions).

این جمله بسیار زیباست.

Hint: This sentence is very beautiful.

§ 3. "ادعا" (Edde'a) - Claim, Assertion

Similarity
Both involve making a statement that can be debated or proven.
Difference
"ادعا" carries a stronger sense of a declaration that might lack immediate proof or might be contentious. It's often used when someone claims something without full evidence. A گزاره is a more neutral term for a statement in a logical context, even if it's eventually proven false.

او ادعا می‌کند که حقیقت را می‌داند.

Hint: He claims to know the truth.

§ 4. "حکم" (Hokm) - Verdict, Judgment, Rule

Similarity
Both involve a declaration of some kind.
Difference
"حکم" is a much stronger word. It means a judgment, a ruling, or a decree, especially in legal or official contexts. While a گزاره is a statement that can be analyzed for its truth, a "حکم" is a decision that often carries authority and consequences.

قاضی حکم نهایی را صادر کرد.

Hint: The judge issued the final verdict.

§ When to use "گزاره" (Gazareh)

  • In Logic and Philosophy: This is where گزاره truly shines. When you're discussing logical statements, premises, or conclusions that have a truth value (true or false), گزاره is the correct word.

    این گزاره درست است.

    Hint: This proposition is true.

  • In Formal Discussions: When you want to refer to a specific point or statement made in an argument or a formal presentation, using گزاره emphasizes its content and potential for analysis.

    هر گزاره باید با دلیل باشد.

    Hint: Every statement must have a reason.

  • When a Statement is Objective: If the statement aims to convey a fact or a verifiable assertion, rather than just an opinion or feeling, گزاره is a good choice.

    این یک گزاره علمی است.

    Hint: This is a scientific proposition.

In summary, while there are other words to talk about statements in Persian, گزاره has a specific and important role in conveying a logical or formal proposition that can be assessed for its truth. Keep practicing these distinctions, and you'll become much more precise in your Persian communication!

Fun Fact

The word 'گزاره' has ancient roots, showing its consistent importance in Persian thought and expression for centuries.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /ɡoʊˈzɑː.reɪ/
US /ɡoʊˈzɑː.reɪ/
short
Rhymes With
gozareh bozareh mozareh
Common Errors
  • mispronouncing the 'گ' (g) as 'ژ' (zh)
  • not rolling the 'ر' (r) sufficiently

Grammar to Know

In Persian, 'گزاره' (gozâre) is often used in a formal or academic context, similar to 'proposition' in English.

این یک گزاره فلسفی است. (This is a philosophical proposition.)

When referring to a grammatical clause or statement, 'جمله' (jomle) or 'عبارت' (ebârat) are more commonly used.

این جمله یک گزاره خبری است. (This sentence is a declarative statement.)

'گزاره' can also imply a statement that is put forward for consideration or discussion.

او گزاره جدیدی را مطرح کرد. (He put forward a new proposition.)

The plural form of 'گزاره' is 'گزاره‌ها' (gozâre-hâ).

گزاره‌ها باید منطقی باشند. (Propositions must be logical.)

It's often used with verbs like 'ارائه کردن' (erâ'e kardan - to present) or 'مطرح کردن' (matrah kardan - to propose/put forward).

دانشمند گزاره خود را ارائه داد. (The scientist presented his proposition.)

Examples by Level

1

این یک گزاره مهم است.

This is an important proposition.

2

گزاره شما درست است.

Your proposition is correct.

3

من این گزاره را قبول ندارم.

I don't accept this proposition.

4

او یک گزاره جدید داد.

He gave a new proposition.

5

این گزاره خیلی ساده است.

This proposition is very simple.

6

ما باید این گزاره را بررسی کنیم.

We need to check this proposition.

7

این گزاره از نظر من اشتباه است.

This proposition is wrong in my opinion.

8

آیا این گزاره منطقی است؟

Is this proposition logical?

1

گزاره اصلی این است که زندگی زیباست.

The main proposition is that life is beautiful.

2

او یک گزاره مهم در جلسه ارائه داد.

He presented an important proposition in the meeting.

3

این گزاره از نظر علمی قابل قبول نیست.

This proposition is not scientifically acceptable.

4

ما باید گزاره‌های او را با دقت بررسی کنیم.

We should carefully examine his propositions.

5

گزاره تو درست است.

Your proposition is correct.

6

آیا این گزاره را قبول دارید؟

Do you accept this proposition?

7

گزاره او باعث بحث زیادی شد.

His proposition caused a lot of discussion.

8

هر جمله یک گزاره نیست.

Every sentence is not a proposition.

1

گزاره اصلی او درباره آینده اقتصاد ایران مثبت بود.

His main statement about the future of Iran's economy was positive.

گزاره اصلی (main proposition); درباره (about); اقتصاد ایران (Iran's economy); مثبت (positive)

2

ما باید گزاره‌های او را با دقت بررسی کنیم.

We must carefully examine his propositions.

ما (we); باید (must); بررسی کنیم (examine); با دقت (carefully)

3

این گزاره از نظر علمی قابل اثبات نیست.

This proposition is not scientifically provable.

این (this); از نظر علمی (scientifically); قابل اثبات (provable)

4

گزاره‌ای که او مطرح کرد، بحث‌برانگیز بود.

The proposition he put forward was controversial.

مطرح کرد (put forward); بحث‌برانگیز (controversial)

5

آیا شما با این گزاره موافق هستید؟

Do you agree with this proposition?

آیا (question word); موافق هستید (agree)

6

هدف ما تایید یا رد این گزاره است.

Our goal is to confirm or reject this proposition.

هدف ما (our goal); تایید (confirm); رد (reject)

7

گزاره‌های زیادی در مورد این موضوع وجود دارد.

There are many propositions regarding this topic.

زیادی (many); در مورد (regarding); وجود دارد (there is/are)

8

او با گزاره‌های خود، مخاطبان را تحت تاثیر قرار داد.

He impressed the audience with his propositions.

مخاطبان (audience); تحت تاثیر قرار داد (impressed)

1

گزاره اصلی این است که یادگیری زبان یک فرایند مداوم است.

The main proposition is that language learning is a continuous process.

اصلی (asli) means 'main' or 'primary'.

2

من با گزاره شما موافق نیستم که بهترین روش یادگیری فقط از طریق کتاب است.

I don't agree with your proposition that the best learning method is only through books.

موافق نیستم (movāfegh nistam) means 'I don't agree'.

3

هر گزاره در این مقاله باید با شواهد پشتیبانی شود.

Every proposition in this article must be supported by evidence.

پشتیبانی شود (poshtibāni shavad) means 'be supported'.

4

او یک گزاره جدید برای حل مشکل ارائه داد.

He presented a new proposition to solve the problem.

ارائه داد (erā'e dād) means 'presented' or 'offered'.

5

گزاره های فلسفی اغلب پیچیده هستند.

Philosophical propositions are often complex.

فلسفی (falsafi) means 'philosophical'.

6

بررسی این گزاره نیاز به تحلیل عمیق دارد.

Examining this proposition requires deep analysis.

نیاز به... دارد (niyāz be... dārad) means 'requires...'.

7

آیا این گزاره از نظر علمی قابل اثبات است؟

Is this proposition scientifically provable?

قابل اثبات (ghābel-e esbāt) means 'provable'.

8

ما باید به دقت به گزاره های مطرح شده گوش دهیم.

We must carefully listen to the propositions put forth.

مطرح شده (matrah shode) means 'put forth' or 'raised'.

1

گزاره اصلی این است که باید به حقوق بشر احترام گذاشت.

The main proposition is that human rights must be respected.

اصلی (asli): main, principal. باید (bâyad): must. حقوق بشر (hoquq-e bashar): human rights. احترام گذاشتن (ehterâm gozâshtan): to respect.

2

او با گزاره‌های منطقی خود، بحث را به نفع خودش تغییر داد.

With his logical propositions, he turned the discussion in his favor.

منطقی (manteghi): logical. بحث (bahs): discussion. به نفع خودش (be naf'-e khodesh): in his favor. تغییر دادن (taghyir dâdan): to change.

3

آیا این گزاره علمی قابل اثبات است؟

Is this scientific proposition provable?

علمی (elmi): scientific. قابل اثبات (qâbel-e esbât): provable.

4

مخالفان، گزاره‌های دولت را به چالش کشیدند.

Opponents challenged the government's propositions.

مخالفان (mokhalefân): opponents. دولت (dolat): government. به چالش کشیدن (be châlesh keshidan): to challenge.

5

این گزاره فلسفی سال‌هاست که مورد بحث است.

This philosophical proposition has been debated for years.

فلسفی (falsafi): philosophical. مورد بحث بودن (mowred-e bahs budan): to be under discussion/debate. سال‌هاست (sâl-hâst): for years.

6

او بدون ارائه هیچ گزاره محکمی، نظر خود را بیان کرد.

He expressed his opinion without presenting any strong proposition.

ارائه (erâ'e): presentation. هیچ (hich): no, any. محکم (mohakam): strong, firm. نظر (nazar): opinion. بیان کردن (bayân kardan): to express.

7

هدف مقاله، بررسی گزاره‌های اصلی نظریه تکامل است.

The goal of the article is to examine the main propositions of evolution theory.

هدف (hadaf): goal, aim. مقاله (maqâle): article. بررسی (barresi): examination. نظریه تکامل (nazariye-ye takâmol): evolution theory.

8

من با این گزاره که همه مردم برابرند، کاملاً موافقم.

I completely agree with the proposition that all people are equal.

همه مردم (hame mardom): all people. برابر (barâbar): equal. کاملاً (kâmelan): completely. موافق بودن (movâfeq budan): to agree.

1

گزاره اصلی سخنرانی او بر اهمیت همبستگی اجتماعی تاکید داشت.

The main proposition of his speech emphasized the importance of social solidarity.

Here, 'گزاره' functions as the subject of the sentence, referring to the core idea.

2

این گزاره که آموزش عالی باید رایگان باشد، موضوع بحث‌های داغی است.

The proposition that higher education should be free is a subject of heated debates.

'گزاره' is followed by an explanatory clause introduced by 'که' (that).

3

او با طرح یک گزاره جدید، دیدگاه‌های قبلی را به چالش کشید.

He challenged previous views by presenting a new proposition.

'طرح کردن' (to present/propose) is a common verb used with 'گزاره'.

4

آیا شما می‌توانید صحت این گزاره را اثبات کنید؟

Can you prove the veracity of this proposition?

'صحت' (veracity/correctness) is often associated with 'گزاره' when discussing its truthfulness.

5

فيلسوفان از گزاره‌ها برای ساختن استدلال‌های منطقی استفاده می‌کنند.

Philosophers use propositions to construct logical arguments.

Here, 'گزاره‌ها' is plural, indicating multiple propositions.

6

این یک گزاره ساده است که نیاز به توضیح بیشتری ندارد.

This is a simple proposition that doesn't need further explanation.

Adjectives like 'ساده' (simple) can precede 'گزاره' to describe its nature.

7

نقد گزاره‌های اصلی نظریه او بخش مهمی از مقاله بود.

Criticism of the main propositions of his theory was an important part of the article.

'نقد' (criticism) is often applied to 'گزاره' when evaluating ideas.

8

قبول یا رد این گزاره به شواهد و منطق بستگی دارد.

Acceptance or rejection of this proposition depends on evidence and logic.

'قبول' (acceptance) and 'رد' (rejection) are common actions taken regarding a 'گزاره'.

Often Confused With

گزاره vs Statement

While 'گزاره' can often be translated as 'statement', remember 'گزاره' specifically implies a statement that carries a truth value (it's either true or false). Not all statements are propositions.

گزاره vs Assertion

'Assertion' is a good synonym for 'گزاره', but again, emphasize the truth-apt nature of a 'گزاره'.

گزاره vs Thesis

A 'thesis' can be a 'گزاره' in the sense of a main argument or statement, but 'گزاره' is a broader term for any statement that can be true or false, not just a central argument.

Grammar Patterns

اضافه کردن صفت به گزاره (مانند گزاره صحیح) استفاده از گزاره به عنوان مفعول (مانند توضیح گزاره) استفاده از گزاره به عنوان نهاد (مانند گزاره یک اصل است) جمع بستن گزاره (مانند گزاره‌ها) ترکیب گزاره با افعال ربطی (است، نیست) ترکیب گزاره با حروف اضافه (بر اساس، در مورد)

Idioms & Expressions

"گزاره ی خبری"

Declarative proposition (a statement of fact)

جمله ی 'هوا سرد است' یک گزاره ی خبری است. (The sentence 'The weather is cold' is a declarative proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی شرطی"

Conditional proposition (an 'if-then' statement)

اگر باران ببارد، هوا خنک می شود، این یک گزاره ی شرطی است. (If it rains, the weather will get cool; this is a conditional proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی حملی"

Categorical proposition (a statement that relates two categories)

هر انسانی فانی است، این یک گزاره ی حملی است. (Every human is mortal; this is a categorical proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی شخصیه"

Personal proposition (a statement about a specific individual)

سقراط فیلسوف بود، این یک گزاره ی شخصیه است. (Socrates was a philosopher; this is a personal proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی کلیه"

Universal proposition (a statement about all members of a category)

همه ی پرندگان پرواز می کنند، این یک گزاره ی کلیه است. (All birds fly; this is a universal proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی جزئیه"

Particular proposition (a statement about some members of a category)

بعضی از دانش آموزان درسخوان هستند، این یک گزاره ی جزئیه است. (Some students are studious; this is a particular proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی موجبه"

Affirmative proposition (a statement that affirms something)

گل زیباست، این یک گزاره ی موجبه است. (The flower is beautiful; this is an affirmative proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی سالبه"

Negative proposition (a statement that denies something)

هیچ سنگی زنده نیست، این یک گزاره ی سالبه است. (No stone is alive; this is a negative proposition.)

formal

"گزاره ی معقول"

Reasonable proposition (a logical or sensible statement)

این گزاره ی معقولی است که برای موفقیت باید تلاش کرد. (It's a reasonable proposition that one must try for success.)

neutral

"گزاره ی نامعقول"

Unreasonable proposition (an illogical or senseless statement)

ادعای او یک گزاره ی نامعقول بود. (His claim was an unreasonable proposition.)

neutral

Easily Confused

گزاره vs پیشنهاد (pishnahād)

Both 'گزاره' and 'پیشنهاد' can be translated as 'proposition' in English, leading to confusion.

'گزاره' refers to a statement that is either true or false, often used in logic or linguistics. 'پیشنهاد' is an offer or a suggestion.

گزاره: «برف سفید است» یک گزاره درست است. (Proposition: "Snow is white" is a true proposition.) پیشنهاد: او پیشنهاد کرد که به سینما برویم. (Suggestion: He suggested that we go to the cinema.)

گزاره vs جمله (jomle)

Both terms relate to units of language. Learners might confuse a proposition with a grammatical sentence.

'گزاره' is about the meaning or content of a statement, while 'جمله' is a grammatical unit with a subject and a predicate.

گزاره: «حسن به خانه رفت» یک گزاره است. (Proposition: "Hasan went home" is a proposition.) جمله: این یک جمله کامل است. (Sentence: This is a complete sentence.)

گزاره vs بیان (bayān)

Both 'گزاره' and 'بیان' can involve expressing something, making them seem similar.

'گزاره' is a specific type of statement with a truth value. 'بیان' is the act of expressing or stating something more generally.

گزاره: این یک گزاره فلسفی است. (Proposition: This is a philosophical proposition.) بیان: او احساسات خود را بیان کرد. (Expression: He expressed his feelings.)

گزاره vs عبارت (ebārat)

Learners might see both as a collection of words, leading to misunderstanding.

'گزاره' is a statement with a complete thought and truth value. 'عبارت' is a phrase or an expression, which might not be a complete sentence or have a truth value.

گزاره: «زمین گرد است» یک گزاره علمی است. (Proposition: "The Earth is round" is a scientific proposition.) عبارت: «درختان بلند» یک عبارت است. (Phrase: "Tall trees" is a phrase.)

گزاره vs حکم (hokm)

In some contexts, 'حکم' can mean a judgment or a ruling, which might overlap with the idea of a statement or assertion.

'گزاره' specifically refers to a statement that can be true or false. 'حکم' can be a judgment, a verdict, or an order.

گزاره: گزاره اصلی این نظریه چیست؟ (Proposition: What is the main proposition of this theory?) حکم: قاضی حکم به آزادی متهم داد. (Judgment: The judge ruled for the acquittal of the accused.)

Sentence Patterns

B2

این گزاره صحیح نیست.

This proposition is not correct.

B2

گزاره‌های او بر اساس واقعیت است.

His propositions are based on fact.

B2

لطفا گزاره خود را توضیح دهید.

Please explain your proposition.

C1

پذیرش این گزاره به تفکر عمیق نیاز دارد.

Acceptance of this proposition requires deep thought.

C1

این گزاره یک اصل فلسفی است.

This proposition is a philosophical principle.

C1

مبنای گزاره‌های او بر چه اساسی است؟

What is the basis of his propositions?

C2

تحلیل گزاره‌های منطقی نیازمند دقت فراوان است.

Analyzing logical propositions requires great precision.

C2

این گزاره، هسته اصلی نظریه او را تشکیل می‌دهد.

This proposition forms the core of his theory.

How to Use It

گزاره is often used in philosophical or logical contexts to refer to a statement that can be true or false. It's similar to the English 'proposition'. You might encounter it in discussions about logic, philosophy, or grammar. For instance, in grammar, a clause is often referred to as a گزاره.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is to confuse گزاره with 'جمله' (jomle), which means 'sentence'. While a sentence can express a proposition, not all sentences are propositions in the logical sense (e.g., questions or commands are sentences but not typically propositions). Conversely, a single proposition might be expressed in various sentences. Remember, گزاره focuses on the content of the statement that can be evaluated for truth or falsehood, rather than just its grammatical form.

Tips

Gozareh as a statement

Understand 'گزاره' (gozāreh) primarily as a statement or proposition. It's often used in academic or formal contexts.

Context of 'Gozareh'

Think of 'گزاره' in terms of logic or grammar. A 'گزاره' is something that can be true or false, like 'The sky is blue.'

Gozareh vs. Jomleh

While related, 'گزاره' (gozāreh) is not the same as 'جمله' (jomleh - sentence). A sentence can contain multiple propositions, or a proposition might be a simple phrase.

Grammar connection

In grammar, 'گزاره' can refer to the predicate of a sentence, the part that says something about the subject.

Everyday use is less common

You'll encounter 'گزاره' more in written Persian, especially in philosophical, legal, or logical discussions, rather than everyday conversation.

Examples of 'Gozareh'

Examples:
1. 'این یک گزاره صحیح است.' (This is a correct proposition.)
2. 'او گزاره‌ای عجیب بیان کرد.' (He stated a strange proposition.)

Recognizing formal language

If you see 'گزاره' in a text, it's a good indicator that the text is aiming for a more formal or academic tone.

Synonyms hint

Sometimes, words like 'اظهار' (ezhār - statement, declaration) or 'بیان' (bayān - expression, statement) can be similar in context, but 'گزاره' carries a more specific logical weight.

Logical propositions

In formal logic, 'گزاره' is a key term, meaning a declarative sentence that is either true or false, but not both.

Practice with academic texts

To get comfortable with 'گزاره', try reading Persian academic articles or philosophical texts where this word is more frequently used.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Imagine a 'gaze' that 'ore' (like a metal ore) is extracted from. This gaze is like a strong statement or proposition.

Visual Association

Picture a legal document with a bold statement, a 'proposition,' at the top, like a 'gaze' looking out over 'ore' being mined, symbolizing something fundamental and strong.

Word Web

عبارت (expression) جمله (sentence) بیان (statement) پیشنهاد (suggestion) نظر (opinion)

Challenge

Try to identify 'گزاره' in Persian news articles or formal texts. For example, 'این گزاره صحیح نیست.' (This proposition is not correct.) or 'گزاره اصلی این کتاب...' (The main proposition of this book...).

Word Origin

Middle Persian

Original meaning: statement, predication

Indo-European (Iranian branch)

Cultural Context

In Persian culture, clear and well-reasoned 'گزاره' (propositions) are highly valued in discourse, from everyday conversations to philosophical discussions. This emphasis on articulate statements reflects a deep appreciation for logic and persuasive communication. Understanding how to form and recognize strong 'گزاره' is key to navigating nuanced conversations in Persian.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

In a philosophical discussion about the nature of truth.

  • آیا این گزاره صحیح است؟ (Is this proposition correct?)
  • گزاره‌های فلسفی اغلب پیچیده هستند. (Philosophical propositions are often complex.)
  • او در مورد گزاره‌اش بحث کرد. (He argued about his proposition.)

When analyzing a logical argument or a debate.

  • این گزاره پایه و اساس استدلال شماست. (This proposition is the basis of your argument.)
  • شما باید گزاره‌های خود را اثبات کنید. (You must prove your propositions.)
  • گزاره مخالف چیست؟ (What is the opposing proposition?)

In a legal setting, referring to a statement made in court.

  • گزاره شاهد معتبر نبود. (The witness's proposition was not valid.)
  • این گزاره باید بررسی شود. (This proposition needs to be investigated.)
  • آیا گزاره او قابل اعتماد است؟ (Is his proposition reliable?)

When discussing grammar, specifically a declarative sentence.

  • یک گزاره همیشه دارای فاعل و فعل است. (A proposition always has a subject and a verb.)
  • گزاره خبری اطلاعاتی را بیان می‌کند. (A declarative proposition states information.)
  • این یک گزاره ساده است. (This is a simple proposition.)

In everyday conversation, when someone makes a strong statement or claim.

  • این یک گزاره قاطعانه است. (This is a definitive proposition.)
  • من با این گزاره موافق نیستم. (I don't agree with this proposition.)
  • او گزاره‌ای جسورانه مطرح کرد. (He put forward a bold proposition.)

Conversation Starters

"آیا می‌توانید مثالی از یک گزاره فلسفی بدهید؟ (Can you give an example of a philosophical proposition?)"

"وقتی کسی از گزاره استفاده می‌کند، منظورش دقیقاً چیست؟ (When someone uses 'گزاره', what exactly do they mean?)"

"آیا گزاره همیشه باید صحیح باشد؟ (Does a proposition always have to be true?)"

"در یک بحث، چگونه می‌توانیم گزاره‌های یکدیگر را ارزیابی کنیم؟ (In a debate, how can we evaluate each other's propositions?)"

"چه تفاوتی بین یک جمله عادی و یک گزاره وجود دارد؟ (What's the difference between a normal sentence and a proposition?)"

Journal Prompts

به یک گزاره مهم در زندگی خود فکر کنید و توضیح دهید که چرا برای شما مهم است. (Think about an important proposition in your life and explain why it's important to you.)

آیا تا به حال با گزاره‌ای کاملاً مخالف بوده‌اید؟ آن گزاره چه بود و چرا مخالفت کردید؟ (Have you ever completely disagreed with a proposition? What was it and why did you disagree?)

چگونه می‌توانید گزاره‌ای را مطرح کنید که متقاعدکننده باشد؟ (How can you formulate a proposition that is convincing?)

به خبری که اخیراً شنیده‌اید فکر کنید. گزاره اصلی این خبر چیست؟ (Think about a news story you've heard recently. What is the main proposition of this news?)

در مورد اهمیت گزاره‌های واضح در برقراری ارتباط فکر کنید. (Reflect on the importance of clear propositions in communication.)

Test Yourself 108 questions

writing A1

Write a simple sentence introducing yourself in Persian.

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Sample answer

من سارا هستم. (I am Sara.)

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writing A1

Write a simple sentence about what you like in Persian.

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Sample answer

من سیب دوست دارم. (I like apples.)

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writing A1

Write a simple sentence describing a color in Persian.

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Sample answer

این ماشین آبی است. (This car is blue.)

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reading A1

علی چه کاره است؟ (What is Ali's job/status?)

Read this passage:

سلام. من علی هستم. من دانشجو هستم.

علی چه کاره است؟ (What is Ali's job/status?)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: دانشجو (student)

The passage states 'من دانشجو هستم' (I am a student).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: دانشجو (student)

The passage states 'من دانشجو هستم' (I am a student).

reading A1

سیب چه رنگی است؟ (What color is the apple?)

Read this passage:

این یک سیب است. سیب قرمز است.

سیب چه رنگی است؟ (What color is the apple?)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: قرمز (red)

The passage says 'سیب قرمز است' (The apple is red).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: قرمز (red)

The passage says 'سیب قرمز است' (The apple is red).

reading A1

کتاب کجاست؟ (Where is the book?)

Read this passage:

کتاب روی میز است. میز قهوه ای است.

کتاب کجاست؟ (Where is the book?)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: روی میز (on the table)

The passage states 'کتاب روی میز است' (The book is on the table).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: روی میز (on the table)

The passage states 'کتاب روی میز است' (The book is on the table).

sentence order A1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: این یک گزاره است.

This is a basic sentence construction meaning 'This is a proposition.'

sentence order A1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: من یک گزاره دارم.

This sentence means 'I have a proposition.'

sentence order A1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا این یک گزاره است؟

This forms a question: 'Is this a proposition?'

fill blank A2

این یک ___ مهم در مورد آینده شرکت است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The sentence talks about an 'important statement/proposition' regarding the company's future. 'گزاره' (gozāre) fits this context perfectly.

fill blank A2

او یک ___ جدید برای حل مشکل ارائه داد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The sentence implies that 'he presented a new proposition/statement' to solve the problem. 'گزاره' (gozāre) is the correct word here.

fill blank A2

آیا شما با این ___ موافق هستید؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The question asks if 'you agree with this proposition/statement'. 'گزاره' (gozāre) is the appropriate choice.

fill blank A2

این ___ بر پایه حقایق استوار است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The sentence states that 'this proposition/statement is based on facts'. 'گزاره' (gozāre) is the best fit.

fill blank A2

معلم یک ___ جدید در درس ریاضی توضیح داد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

In mathematics, a 'proposition' is a common term. So, 'the teacher explained a new proposition in the math lesson' makes sense. 'گزاره' (gozāre) is correct.

fill blank A2

ما باید در مورد این ___ بیشتر فکر کنیم.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The sentence suggests 'we need to think more about this proposition/statement'. 'گزاره' (gozāre) is the right word.

multiple choice A2

Which of these is a 'گزاره' (proposition)?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: The sky is blue.

'The sky is blue' is a statement that can be true or false, making it a proposition.

multiple choice A2

In a sentence like 'Tehran is the capital of Iran,' what is 'Tehran is the capital of Iran' considered?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: A proposition (گزاره)

This is a factual statement, expressing an assertion, which is a proposition.

multiple choice A2

Which sentence contains a 'گزاره' (proposition)?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: زمین گرد است. (The Earth is round.)

'زمین گرد است' is a statement of fact that can be judged as true or false, making it a proposition.

true false A2

A 'گزاره' (proposition) must always be true.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

A proposition can be either true or false. Its defining characteristic is that it expresses a judgment or assertion.

true false A2

The sentence 'I love learning Persian!' is a 'گزاره' (proposition).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

This sentence expresses a personal opinion or assertion, which qualifies it as a proposition.

true false A2

A question like 'What is your name?' is an example of a 'گزاره' (proposition).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

A question seeks information and does not express a statement or assertion that can be judged as true or false, so it is not a proposition.

listening A2

This is an important statement. Listen for the word 'گزاره'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: این یک گزاره مهم است.
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
listening A2

What is your proposition? Listen for 'گزاره'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره شما چیست؟
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listening A2

I agree with this statement. Listen for 'گزاره'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: من با این گزاره موافقم.
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speaking A2

Read this aloud:

این گزاره درست نیست.

Focus: go-zaa-reh

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

شما چه گزاره‌ای دارید؟

Focus: gah-zah-ray-ee

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

یک گزاره ساده بگو.

Focus: sa-deh

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
writing A2

Write a short sentence using 'گزاره' to express a simple statement.

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Sample answer

این یک گزاره مهم است. (This is an important proposition.)

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writing A2

Formulate a sentence using 'گزاره' to describe someone making a statement.

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Sample answer

او یک گزاره جدید گفت. (He said a new proposition.)

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writing A2

Create a simple question using 'گزاره'.

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Sample answer

این گزاره چیست؟ (What is this proposition?)

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reading A2

معلم چه چیزی روی تخته نوشت؟

Read this passage:

معلم یک گزاره جدید روی تخته نوشت. همه دانش آموزان آن را خواندند و درباره آن صحبت کردند. این گزاره درباره آب و هوا بود.

معلم چه چیزی روی تخته نوشت؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: یک گزاره

The passage states that the teacher wrote a 'گزاره' on the board.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: یک گزاره

The passage states that the teacher wrote a 'گزاره' on the board.

reading A2

مادرم با گزاره پدرم چه نظری داشت؟

Read this passage:

پدرم یک گزاره درباره آینده گفت. مادرم با آن موافق نبود. آنها درباره این گزاره با هم صحبت کردند.

مادرم با گزاره پدرم چه نظری داشت؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: موافق نبود

The passage says that the mother 'با آن موافق نبود' (did not agree with it).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: موافق نبود

The passage says that the mother 'با آن موافق نبود' (did not agree with it).

reading A2

کتاب جدید چه چیزی دارد؟

Read this passage:

کتاب جدید پر از گزاره‌های جالب است. من دوست دارم گزاره‌ها را بخوانم و یاد بگیرم. هر گزاره یک فکر جدید می‌دهد.

کتاب جدید چه چیزی دارد؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره‌های جالب

The passage states that the new book is 'پر از گزاره‌های جالب' (full of interesting propositions).

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره‌های جالب

The passage states that the new book is 'پر از گزاره‌های جالب' (full of interesting propositions).

sentence order B1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: این یک گزاره مهم است.

This sentence means 'This is an important proposition.' The order is Subject + Number + Noun + Adjective + Verb.

sentence order B1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: او یک گزاره جدید داد.

This sentence means 'He gave a new proposition.' The order is Subject + Number + Noun + Adjective + Verb.

sentence order B1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا این گزاره درست است؟

This is a question meaning 'Is this proposition correct?' The word 'آیا' (Is it?) introduces the question.

fill blank B2

این یک ___ خبری است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

In this context, 'گزاره' (proposition/statement) fits best for a 'خبر' (news).

fill blank B2

او با یک ___ منطقی، حرف خود را اثبات کرد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

'گزاره منطقی' (logical proposition) is a common collocation to describe a statement used for proof.

fill blank B2

آیا این ___ درست است؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

Here, 'گزاره' (statement) is used to question the truthfulness of an assertion.

fill blank B2

فلسفه به بررسی ___ می‌پردازد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره‌ها

Philosophy often deals with propositions and statements, making 'گزاره‌ها' (propositions) the most suitable choice.

fill blank B2

نباید هر ___ بدون فکر پذیرفته شود.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

One should not accept every statement or proposition without critical thought.

fill blank B2

معلم از دانش‌آموز خواست یک ___ جدید بسازد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

In a linguistic or logical context, a teacher might ask a student to construct a new proposition or statement.

multiple choice B2

Which of the following best defines 'گزاره' (gozâre) in Persian?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: A proposition or statement

'گزاره' refers to a statement or an assertion, often expressing a judgment or opinion. It's a key term in logic and philosophy.

multiple choice B2

Which English word is the closest synonym to 'گزاره' (gozâre)?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: Proposition

A proposition is a statement that expresses a judgment or opinion, which aligns directly with the meaning of 'گزاره'.

multiple choice B2

In which context would you most likely encounter the word 'گزاره' (gozâre)?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: A philosophical discussion

'گزاره' is a formal term often used in academic fields like philosophy, logic, and linguistics when discussing statements and their truth values.

true false B2

The word 'گزاره' (gozâre) can refer to a question.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'گزاره' specifically refers to a statement or an assertion, not a question. Questions are seeking information, while propositions are providing it.

true false B2

A 'گزاره' (gozâre) always expresses a fact.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

While some propositions express facts, 'گزاره' can also express an opinion or a judgment, which may or may not be factually true.

true false B2

The word 'گزاره' (gozâre) is commonly used in everyday casual conversations.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'گزاره' is a more formal and academic term. While it might appear in discussions, it's not a common word in everyday, casual Persian conversations.

listening B2

What is the main proposition of this book?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره اصلی این کتاب چیست؟
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
listening B2

Is this proposition true or false?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا این گزاره صحیح است یا غلط؟
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
listening B2

We must carefully examine his propositions.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: ما باید گزاره‌های او را با دقت بررسی کنیم.
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

گزاره شما درباره آینده آموزش چیست؟

Focus: گو-زا-رِه

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

این گزاره از نظر منطقی نادرست است.

Focus: نا-درُست

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

می‌توانید گزاره خود را با جزئیات بیشتری توضیح دهید؟

Focus: توضیح دهید

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer:
writing B2

Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) about a time you had to defend a proposition or an idea that was important to you. Use the word "گزاره" at least once.

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Sample answer

من همیشه فکر می‌کردم که آموزش آنلاین در آینده بسیار مهم خواهد بود و این یک گزاره محوری در صحبت‌هایم بود. برخی از دوستانم با این گزاره مخالف بودند و من مجبور شدم با دلایل منطقی از آن دفاع کنم. حالا که می‌بینیم آموزش آنلاین چقدر گسترش یافته، فکر می‌کنم که آن گزاره درست بود. (I always thought that online education would be very important in the future, and this was a central proposition in my discussions. Some of my friends disagreed with this proposition, and I had to defend it with logical reasons. Now that we see how much online education has expanded, I think that proposition was correct.)

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writing B2

Describe a scenario where someone might present a "گزاره" that challenges common beliefs. How would you react?

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Sample answer

اگر کسی گزاره‌ای ارائه دهد که باورهای رایج را به چالش بکشد، ابتدا سعی می‌کنم با دقت به آن گوش کنم. مهم است که قبل از قضاوت، تمام جوانب گزاره را درک کنم. سپس، با توجه به منطق و شواهد موجود، واکنش نشان خواهم داد. (If someone presents a proposition that challenges common beliefs, I will first try to listen carefully. It's important to understand all aspects of the proposition before judging. Then, I will react based on logic and available evidence.)

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writing B2

Formulate a complex philosophical "گزاره" and explain what it means in your own words.

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Sample answer

گزاره: «هستی، قبل از ماهیت است.» این یک گزاره فلسفی است که توسط ژان-پل سارتر مطرح شد و به این معناست که انسان ابتدا وجود پیدا می‌کند و سپس خودش را با اعمال و انتخاب‌هایش تعریف می‌کند. به عبارت دیگر، ما ابتدا به دنیا می‌آییم و سپس هویت و معنای زندگی‌مان را می‌سازیم، نه اینکه با ماهیت از پیش تعیین‌شده‌ای متولد شویم. (Proposition: "Existence precedes essence." This is a philosophical proposition put forth by Jean-Paul Sartre, meaning that humans first exist and then define themselves through their actions and choices. In other words, we are born first and then create our identity and meaning of life, rather than being born with a predetermined essence.)

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reading B2

چرا ارائه گزاره‌های واضح در بحث علمی مهم است؟ (Why is presenting clear propositions important in scientific discussion?)

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در یک بحث علمی، ارائه گزاره‌های واضح و مستدل از اهمیت بالایی برخوردار است. بدون گزاره‌های روشن، نمی‌توان به نتیجه‌گیری‌های منطقی دست یافت. هر دانشمند باید بتواند گزاره‌های خود را به گونه‌ای بیان کند که قابل فهم و قابل دفاع باشند. (In a scientific discussion, presenting clear and well-reasoned propositions is of high importance. Without clear propositions, one cannot reach logical conclusions. Every scientist must be able to express their propositions in a way that is understandable and defensible.)

چرا ارائه گزاره‌های واضح در بحث علمی مهم است؟ (Why is presenting clear propositions important in scientific discussion?)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: برای رسیدن به نتیجه‌گیری‌های منطقی (To reach logical conclusions)

متن بیان می‌کند که بدون گزاره‌های روشن، نمی‌توان به نتیجه‌گیری‌های منطقی دست یافت. (The text states that without clear propositions, one cannot reach logical conclusions.)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: برای رسیدن به نتیجه‌گیری‌های منطقی (To reach logical conclusions)

متن بیان می‌کند که بدون گزاره‌های روشن، نمی‌توان به نتیجه‌گیری‌های منطقی دست یافت. (The text states that without clear propositions, one cannot reach logical conclusions.)

reading B2

گزاره‌ای که او مطرح کرد چه تاثیری بر حضار داشت؟ (What effect did the proposition he put forward have on those present?)

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او با یک گزاره شگفت‌انگیز وارد جلسه شد که همه را به فکر فرو برد. این گزاره بر خلاف تمام انتظارات بود و نیاز به تحلیل عمیق داشت. بسیاری از حضار در ابتدا با این گزاره مخالف بودند، اما پس از شنیدن توضیحات بیشتر، نظرشان تغییر کرد. (He entered the meeting with an astonishing proposition that made everyone think. This proposition was against all expectations and required deep analysis. Many of those present initially disagreed with this proposition, but after hearing further explanations, their opinion changed.)

گزاره‌ای که او مطرح کرد چه تاثیری بر حضار داشت؟ (What effect did the proposition he put forward have on those present?)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: همه را به فکر فرو برد (Made everyone think)

متن می‌گوید که گزاره "همه را به فکر فرو برد". (The text says the proposition "made everyone think".)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: همه را به فکر فرو برد (Made everyone think)

متن می‌گوید که گزاره "همه را به فکر فرو برد". (The text says the proposition "made everyone think".)

reading B2

طبق این متن، چه نوع گزاره‌ای علمی محسوب نمی‌شود؟ (According to this text, what type of proposition is not considered scientific?)

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یکی از گزاره‌های اساسی در فلسفه علم این است که هر نظریه باید قابلیت ابطال‌پذیری داشته باشد. یعنی اگر گزاره‌ای ارائه شود که به هیچ وجه نتوان آن را رد کرد، علمی محسوب نمی‌شود. این اصل به تفکیک علم از شبه‌علم کمک می‌کند. (One of the fundamental propositions in the philosophy of science is that every theory must be falsifiable. This means that if a proposition is presented that cannot be refuted in any way, it is not considered scientific. This principle helps to distinguish science from pseudoscience.)

طبق این متن، چه نوع گزاره‌ای علمی محسوب نمی‌شود؟ (According to this text, what type of proposition is not considered scientific?)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره‌ای که به هیچ وجه نتوان آن را رد کرد (A proposition that cannot be refuted in any way)

متن به صراحت بیان می‌کند که "اگر گزاره‌ای ارائه شود که به هیچ وجه نتوان آن را رد کرد، علمی محسوب نمی‌شود." (The text explicitly states that "if a proposition is presented that cannot be refuted in any way, it is not considered scientific.")

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره‌ای که به هیچ وجه نتوان آن را رد کرد (A proposition that cannot be refuted in any way)

متن به صراحت بیان می‌کند که "اگر گزاره‌ای ارائه شود که به هیچ وجه نتوان آن را رد کرد، علمی محسوب نمی‌شود." (The text explicitly states that "if a proposition is presented that cannot be refuted in any way, it is not considered scientific.")

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این یک ___ اخلاقی است که همه انسان‌ها باید آزاد باشند.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

In this context, 'گزاره' (proposition) refers to a fundamental statement or principle, fitting the ethical context of the sentence.

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فیلسوف با ارائه یک ___ منطقی، سعی در اثبات نظریه خود داشت.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

Here, 'گزاره' (proposition) denotes a logical statement put forth for argument or proof, which aligns with the philosopher's attempt to prove a theory.

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هر ___ در این سند، نیازمند بررسی دقیق و موشکافانه است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The word 'گزاره' (proposition) is used here to refer to each individual statement or assertion within a document that requires careful examination.

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اینکه همه پرندگان می‌توانند پرواز کنند، یک ___ نادرست است، زیرا برخی پرندگان پرواز نمی‌کنند.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

In this sentence, 'گزاره' (proposition) is used to describe a statement that can be judged as true or false, making it a fitting choice for a claim about birds that is incorrect.

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نظریه جدید بر اساس یک ___ ساده و قابل فهم بنا شده است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

'گزاره' (proposition) here refers to a foundational statement or premise upon which a new theory is built.

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این ___ که هر عملی عواقبی دارد، یک اصل جهانی است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The sentence uses 'گزاره' (proposition) to describe a general truth or statement that is universally acknowledged as a principle.

multiple choice C1

کدام یک بهترین گزاره را در مورد وضعیت اقتصادی کشور ارائه می‌دهد؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: افزایش تورم و کاهش قدرت خرید مردم

گزاره به جمله خبری یا ادعایی گفته می‌شود که درباره چیزی نظر یا عقیده‌ای را بیان کند. در اینجا، 'افزایش تورم و کاهش قدرت خرید مردم' یک جمله خبری است که وضعیت اقتصادی را توصیف می‌کند.

multiple choice C1

در یک بحث فلسفی، 'گزاره اصلی' به چه معناست؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: فرضیه اولیه یا بنیادین که بحث بر پایه آن استوار است

در فلسفه، گزاره اصلی معمولاً به یک ادعا یا فرضیه بنیادین اشاره دارد که دیگر استدلال‌ها و نتایج از آن سرچشمه می‌گیرند.

multiple choice C1

کدام جمله زیر یک 'گزاره' محسوب نمی‌شود؟

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا هوا خوب است؟

گزاره باید یک جمله خبری باشد که قابلیت درستی یا نادرستی داشته باشد. 'آیا هوا خوب است؟' یک سوال است و گزاره محسوب نمی‌شود.

true false C1

هر جمله خبری لزوماً یک گزاره است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

بله، هر جمله خبری که بیانگر یک ادعا یا نظر باشد و بتوان آن را درست یا غلط دانست، یک گزاره است.

true false C1

این گزاره که 'همه انسان‌ها فناناپذیرند' یک گزاره صحیح است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

این گزاره صحیح نیست زیرا انسان‌ها فناناپذیر نیستند. گزاره می‌تواند صحیح یا غلط باشد، اما این گزاره به طور عینی غلط است.

true false C1

یک دستور یا خواهش می‌تواند به عنوان یک گزاره در نظر گرفته شود.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

خیر، گزاره باید یک جمله خبری باشد که بتواند صحیح یا غلط باشد. دستورات و خواهش‌ها چنین قابلیتی ندارند.

listening C1

He used his propositions to steer the discussion in another direction.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: او با گزاره‌هایش، بحث را به سمت دیگری هدایت کرد.
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listening C1

This proposition is not logically defensible.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: این گزاره از نظر منطقی قابل دفاع نیست.
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listening C1

Do you agree or disagree with this proposition?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا شما با این گزاره موافق هستید یا مخالف؟
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speaking C1

Read this aloud:

لطفاً گزاره خود را به وضوح بیان کنید تا همه متوجه شوند.

Focus: گزاره (gozāre), وضوح (vozuh)

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speaking C1

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یک گزاره فلسفی مطرح کنید و آن را توضیح دهید.

Focus: گزاره (gozāre), فلسفی (falsafi)

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speaking C1

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چگونه می‌توان یک گزاره علمی را از یک گزاره عامیانه تشخیص داد؟

Focus: گزاره (gozāre), علمی (elmi), عامیانه (āmeyāne)

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فهم این ___ نیاز به تحلیل عمیق دارد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The sentence discusses the need for deep analysis to understand a 'statement' or 'proposition'. 'گزاره' fits this context perfectly.

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او با یک ___ منطقی، ادعای خود را اثبات کرد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

The context implies proving a claim with a 'logical proposition' or 'statement'. 'گزاره' is the best fit.

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این ___ فلسفی، قرن‌هاست که مورد بحث است.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

A 'philosophical proposition' or 'statement' is something that has been debated for centuries. 'گزاره' is the correct term.

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در منطق، هر ___ باید یا درست باشد یا غلط.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

In logic, a 'proposition' or 'statement' is either true or false. 'گزاره' is the precise term for this concept.

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تحلیل این ___ پیچیده به زمان زیادی نیاز دارد.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

Analyzing a 'complex proposition' or 'statement' takes a lot of time. 'گزاره' fits the context of requiring analysis.

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او سعی کرد با ___های متناقض، بحث را به انحراف بکشاند.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره

Diverting a discussion with 'contradictory propositions' or 'statements' makes sense in this context. 'گزاره' is appropriate.

multiple choice C2

Which of the following best describes a 'گزاره' in logic?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: A statement that can be true or false.

A 'گزاره' (proposition) is fundamentally a statement that asserts something, and this assertion can be evaluated as either true or false.

multiple choice C2

In the sentence 'این کتاب جالب است' (This book is interesting), what serves as the 'گزاره'?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 'جالب است' (is interesting)

The 'گزاره' (proposition) in this context refers to the part of the sentence that makes an assertion about the subject. 'جالب است' asserts the characteristic of the book.

multiple choice C2

Which of these Persian sentences contains a 'گزاره' (proposition) that can be debated or discussed?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: بهترین راه برای حل مشکل، گفتگو است. (The best way to solve a problem is dialogue.)

The statement 'بهترین راه برای حل مشکل، گفتگو است' expresses an opinion or judgment that can be debated or discussed, fitting the definition of 'گزاره' (proposition) in a broader sense.

true false C2

Every question can be considered a 'گزاره'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

A 'گزاره' must be a statement that can be true or false. Questions, by their nature, seek information rather than assert a truth value, so they are not propositions.

true false C2

The sentence 'تهران پایتخت ایران است' (Tehran is the capital of Iran) is a 'گزاره'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

This sentence is a statement that can be definitively judged as true or false, making it a valid 'گزاره' (proposition).

true false C2

A 'گزاره' always expresses a subjective opinion.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

While 'گزاره' can express opinions, it also includes objective statements that are verifiable as true or false. The key is that it's an assertion, not necessarily subjective.

listening C2

This sentence is about someone's propositions being based on logic and strong reasoning. Focus on understanding the core idea.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: گزاره‌های او همیشه بر پایه منطق و استدلال قوی هستند.
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listening C2

The sentence discusses the need for a deep understanding of philosophy and theoretical sciences to analyze a proposition. Listen for the connection between 'گزاره' and complex fields of study.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: تحلیل این گزاره نیازمند درک عمیق از فلسفه و علوم نظری است.
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listening C2

This is a question asking for a strong proposition to prove a hypothesis. Pay attention to the interrogative nature and the request for evidence.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا می‌توانید گزاره‌ای محکم برای اثبات فرضیه خود ارائه دهید؟
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speaking C2

Read this aloud:

توضیح دهید که چرا گزاره‌های علمی باید قابل ابطال باشند.

Focus: گزاره‌های علمی قابل ابطال

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speaking C2

Read this aloud:

چگونه می‌توان یک گزاره فلسفی را از یک گزاره صرفاً خبری تشخیص داد؟

Focus: گزاره فلسفی، گزاره صرفاً خبری

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speaking C2

Read this aloud:

با استفاده از کلمه 'گزاره'، یک جمله پیچیده درباره اهمیت تفکر انتقادی بسازید.

Focus: گزاره، تفکر انتقادی

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sentence order C2

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Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: این گزاره نشان‌دهنده تعهد ما به صلح است.

This sentence means: This proposition indicates our commitment to peace. 'این' (this) acts as a determiner for 'گزاره' (proposition). 'نشان‌دهنده' (indicating) is followed by 'تعهد ما' (our commitment) and then 'به صلح' (to peace).

sentence order C2

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Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: آیا می‌توانید درستی این گزاره را تأیید کنید؟

This sentence means: Can you confirm the truth of this proposition? 'آیا' (question marker) starts the sentence. 'می‌توانید' (can you) is the verb. 'درستی' (truth) is the object of 'تأیید کنید' (confirm), followed by 'این گزاره' (this proposition).

sentence order C2

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Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: هر گزاره منطقی باید قابل اثبات باشد.

This sentence means: Every logical proposition must be provable. 'هر' (every) modifies 'گزاره منطقی' (logical proposition). 'باید' (must) precedes 'قابل اثبات باشد' (be provable).

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