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کابینت

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کابینت

Q: How do you pluralize 'kabinet'?

The plural is 'kabinet-ha' (کابینتها). You don't use the Arabic plural 'aat'.

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Practice it Examples Notes & Tips کابینت in 30 Seconds

Explanation کابینت in your Level:

At the A1 level, you just need to know that 'kabinet' is a thing in the kitchen. It is a place where you put things. You can use simple sentences like 'The cup is in the cabinet' (Livan dar kabinet ast). You should learn it alongside other basic kitchen words like 'table' (miz) and 'fridge' (yakhchal). At this stage, focus on the physical location and basic identification. For example, if someone points to the kitchen and asks 'What is that?', you can say 'Kabinet'. It is one of the first household furniture words you will learn because it is so common in everyday life. Don't worry about materials or types yet; just know it's where the food and plates live.

At the A2 level, you can start describing the cabinet. Is it big or small? What color is it? You can use adjectives like 'bozorg' (big), 'kuchekh' (small), 'sefid' (white), or 'ghahve-i' (brown). You also learn to use basic prepositions like 'ru-ye' (on), 'tu-ye' (in), and 'zir-e' (under). You might say, 'I am cleaning the cabinet' (Man daram kabinet ra tamiz mikonam). This level is about basic interaction with the object during daily chores. You should be able to follow a simple instruction like 'Put the bread on the cabinet' or 'Open the cabinet door'. You are now moving from just naming the object to describing your relationship with it in a domestic setting.

By B1, you can discuss the cabinet in the context of home improvement or more complex daily routines. You might talk about 'nasb-e kabinet' (installing cabinets) or 'tarmim' (repairing). You can use the word in the past tense to describe what you did: 'Last week we changed the kitchen cabinets' (Hafte-ye pish kabinet-ha-ye ashpazkhaneh ra avaz kardim). You can also handle more specific vocabulary like 'dastireh' (handle) or 'lula' (hinge). At this level, you can express preferences: 'I prefer wooden cabinets because they are more beautiful.' You are able to participate in a conversation about why a certain kitchen looks good or bad based on its cabinetry.

At the B2 level, you can handle technical and commercial discussions regarding cabinets. You can talk about different materials like 'MDF', 'High Gloss', or 'Tamam-chub' (all-wood). You understand the 'metri' (per meter) pricing system used in Iran. You can describe the layout of a kitchen using terms like 'kabinet-e jazireh' (island cabinet). You are able to read real estate advertisements that list cabinet types as a feature. You can also use the word metaphorically or in complex social contexts, such as discussing the cost of living and how expensive home renovations like 'kabinet-kari' have become in recent years. Your vocabulary is now specialized enough to talk to a professional carpenter.

At the C1 level, you can engage in deep discussions about interior design philosophy, the history of Iranian kitchens, and the architectural shift from the hidden 'matbakh' to the 'open' kitchen dominated by cabinets. You can use nuanced verbs and formal registers. You might analyze how the 'kabinet' has become a central piece of furniture in the modern Iranian urban identity. You can understand sophisticated articles about furniture manufacturing or the environmental impact of certain materials used in cabinetry. You can also understand puns or cultural references in literature or media that use the kitchen cabinet as a symbol of domesticity or hidden secrets.

At the C2 level, your mastery of 'kabinet' includes its role in technical architectural discourse and socio-economic analysis. You can discuss the evolution of Persian terms for storage versus the adoption of French loanwords. you can speak fluently about the 'Kabinet-sazi' industry in Iran, including supply chain issues for imported materials or the craftsmanship of local artisans. You can interpret the presence of cabinets in Persian cinema or literature as a motif for modernization. Your use of the word is indistinguishable from a native speaker, including perfect command of all related idiomatic expressions, technical specifications, and the subtle social cues associated with kitchen aesthetics in different Iranian sub-cultures.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

کابینت in 30 Seconds

Kabinet is the standard Persian word for a kitchen cupboard or cabinet, borrowed from French.
It is used primarily in the context of kitchen storage for dishes and food items.
Common materials for kabinets in Iran include MDF, metal, and high-gloss finishes.
It is a countable noun and is central to modern Iranian home design and real estate.

The Persian word کابینت (pronounced 'kābinet') is a direct loanword from the French 'cabinet' and is the ubiquitous term used throughout Iran and Persian-speaking regions to describe kitchen cupboards or storage units. While traditional Persian architecture once relied on the ganje (a built-in wall niche or cupboard) or the matbakh (a separate, often outdoor kitchen area), the modernization of Iranian homes in the mid-20th century brought the concept of the 'fitted kitchen.' Today, when someone says کابینت, they are almost exclusively referring to the modular units found in a kitchen that house dishes, spices, and cooking equipment. It is a word that transcends social classes, used by everyone from interior designers in North Tehran to families renovating older homes in the provinces.

Primary Function: To store kitchenware, pantry items, and cleaning supplies in a organized, accessible manner.

Cultural Context: In modern Iranian culture, the quality and style of one's kitchen cabinets are often seen as a status symbol and a key factor in a home's value.

مادرم تمام بشقاب‌ها را داخل کابینت چید. (My mother arranged all the plates inside the cabinet.)

The word is versatile. It can refer to the upper units (کابینت دیواری) or the lower base units (کابینت زمینی). Because Iranian cuisine involves many large pots (like those used for Tahdig) and vast quantities of rice and spices, the kabinet is often deep and sturdy. In conversation, you'll hear it used when discussing home renovations, cleaning the house before Nowruz (the Persian New Year), or simply when asking where an item is located. It is a noun that fits perfectly into the A2 level because it is essential for describing one's immediate environment and daily routines.

این کابینت از چوب بلوط ساخته شده است. (This cabinet is made of oak wood.)

Material Variations: Common materials mentioned with this word include MDF, 'High Gloss' (very popular in Iran), and metal (older style).

ما باید برای آشپزخانه جدید کابینت سفارش دهیم. (We need to order cabinets for the new kitchen.)

درِ کابینت را ببند تا گرد و خاک وارد نشود. (Close the cabinet door so dust doesn't enter.)

زیر کابینت فضای کافی برای سطل زباله وجود دارد. (There is enough space under the cabinet for the trash can.)

Ultimately, kabinet is a word that bridges the gap between the traditional Iranian home and the modern, globalized apartment living seen in cities like Tehran, Isfahan, and Shiraz. It represents the heart of the domestic space where food is prepared and stored.

Using کابینت in a sentence is relatively straightforward because it functions similarly to the word 'cabinet' or 'cupboard' in English. It is a countable noun and typically takes the direct object marker râ (را) when specific. In Persian grammar, when you want to say something is 'in' the cabinet, you use the preposition dar (در) or the more colloquial tu-ye (توی). For example, 'The salt is in the cabinet' becomes namak dar kabinet ast. Below are detailed ways to incorporate this word into your speech across different grammatical structures.

Possessive Ezafe: To describe the color or material of the cabinet, use the Ezafe (the short -e sound): کابینتِ قهوه‌ای (The brown cabinet) or کابینتِ من (My cabinet).

من کلیدها را روی کابینت گذاشتم. (I put the keys on the cabinet.)

When discussing actions related to the cabinet, common verbs include nasb kardan (to install), tamiz kardan (to clean), and baz/baste kardan (to open/close). Iranians take great pride in the cleanliness of their kitchens, especially during the annual spring cleaning (Khaneh-tekani). You might hear someone say, 'I spent all day cleaning the inside of the cabinets' (Tamam-e ruz ra sarf-e tamiz kardan-e daxel-e kabinet-ha kardam).

آیا این کابینت ضد آب است؟ (Is this cabinet waterproof?)

Locational Prepositions: Use 'ru-ye' for 'on top of,' 'daxel-e' for 'inside,' and 'posht-e' for 'behind' when positioning items relative to the cabinet.

لیوان‌ها در کابینت بالایی هستند. (The glasses are in the upper cabinet.)

قیمت این کابینت متری چند است؟ (What is the price per meter for this cabinet?)

رنگ کابینت با کاشی‌های آشپزخانه ست نیست. (The cabinet color doesn't match the kitchen tiles.)

Whether you are a beginner asking for a spoon or an intermediate learner discussing home decor, mastering the sentence patterns for kabinet will make your Persian sound much more natural and practical in a domestic setting.

You will encounter the word کابینت in a variety of real-world scenarios in Iran. The most common place is, of course, the home. However, its usage extends to commercial and media contexts. If you are walking down a 'Bazaar' or a street known for home goods (like Soherwardi Street in Tehran), you will see countless signs saying کابینت‌سازی (Cabinet Making) or بورس کابینت (Cabinet Exchange/Market). Here is where the word truly comes to life.

Real Estate and Renting: When looking at apartment listings on apps like 'Divar' or 'Sheypoor,' the phrase کابینت MDF or کابینت های‌گلاس is a major selling point used to attract tenants or buyers.

واحد دارای کابینتهای نو و جادار می‌باشد. (The unit has new and spacious cabinets.)

In popular culture, especially in Iranian 'Home Makeover' shows or lifestyle vlogs, designers frequently debate the merits of different kabinet layouts. You might hear a designer say, 'We used white cabinets to make the small kitchen look larger.' Additionally, in daily life, the word is heard in the context of organization. Professional organizers (a growing trend in Iran) often talk about nazm-dahi-ye kabinet-ha (organizing the cabinets).

نجار برای اندازه‌گیری کابینتها آمد. (The carpenter came to measure the cabinets.)

Daily Chores: Parents often tell children: 'Put the snacks back in the cabinet!' (Khoraki-ha ro bezar tu kabinet!).

پشت کابینت نم زده است و باید تعمیر شود. (The back of the cabinet is damp and needs repair.)

چرا درِ کابینت را همیشه باز می‌گذاری؟ (Why do you always leave the cabinet door open?)

این مدل هود داخل کابینت مخفی می‌شود. (This hood model is hidden inside the cabinet.)

From the technical jargon of a carpenter to the frustrated shout of a mother looking for a lost pot, kabinet is a word that echoes through the halls of every modern Persian home.

While کابینت is a loanword and might seem 'easy' for English speakers, there are several pitfalls regarding its usage, pronunciation, and cultural application in Persian. The most common error is using it for furniture outside the kitchen. In English, we might have a 'display cabinet' in the living room or a 'medicine cabinet' in the bathroom. In Persian, these are usually referred to by different names.

Mistake: Over-extending the definition: Do not use 'kabinet' for a wardrobe (use komod) or a display case (use vitrin). 'Kabinet' is strictly for the kitchen.

اشتباه: لباس‌هایم را در کابینت گذاشتم. (Wrong: I put my clothes in the kitchen cabinet.)

Another mistake involves pronunciation. Beginners often try to pronounce it exactly like the English 'cabinet' with a short 'a' sound. In Persian, the first syllable is a long 'â' (kâ-bi-net). Failing to extend that first vowel makes the word sound foreign or misunderstood. Additionally, learners often forget that Persian uses specific terms for parts of the cabinet that are different from English idioms.

درست: لباس‌هایم را در کمد گذاشتم. (Correct: I put my clothes in the closet.)

Grammar: Pluralization: Avoid using the Arabic plural '-aat' (kabinetaat). While some loanwords use it, 'kabinet' only uses the Persian '-ha'.

اشتباه: کابینتها را تمیز کردم. (Wait, this is actually correct, but don't say 'kabinet-aat'.)

او در کابینه وزیر است. (He is a minister in the political cabinet.)

Finally, remember that in Persian, the word for 'shelf' (qafase) is often used interchangeably with kabinet when referring to the interior shelves. However, if you are talking about the furniture unit as a whole, always stick with kabinet to avoid sounding like you are just talking about a single plank of wood.

Persian has several words that overlap with the meaning of کابینت, but each has its own nuance and historical weight. Understanding these differences will help you choose the right word for the right room or object. While kabinet is modern and kitchen-specific, other words like ganje or komod have broader or more traditional applications.

Kabinet vs. Ganje: Kabinet: Modern, modular, usually made of MDF or metal, exclusively for the kitchen.
Ganje (گنجه): Traditional, often built into the wall with wooden doors, used for storing anything from quilts to dishes in older houses.

در خانه‌های قدیمی، به جای کابینت، گنجه وجود داشت. (In old houses, instead of cabinets, there were 'ganjes'.)

Kabinet vs. Komod: Kabinet: Kitchen storage.
Komod (کمد): Wardrobe or closet, usually found in bedrooms for clothes or in hallways for coats.

من بشقاب‌ها را در کابینت و لباس‌ها را در کمد می‌گذارم. (I put the plates in the cabinet and the clothes in the closet.)

Kabinet vs. Vitrin: Kabinet: Functional storage.
Vitrin (ویترین): A glass-fronted display cabinet used for showing off fine china or decorative items.

ظروف کریستال را در ویترین پذیرایی چیده‌ایم. (We have arranged the crystal dishes in the living room display cabinet.)

In summary, if you are in the kitchen, kabinet is your go-to word. If you are describing a storage unit in any other part of the house, you will likely need komod, vitrin, or qafase. Understanding these boundaries ensures you don't accidentally tell someone you've stored the milk in the bedroom wardrobe!

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

Before 'kabinet' became common, Iranians used 'ganje'. The shift to 'kabinet' reflects the change from traditional Persian architecture to Western-style 'open' or 'fitted' kitchens.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /kɑːbiːˈnet/

US /kɑːbiːˈnɛt/

The primary stress is on the last syllable: kā-bi-NET.

Rhymes With

امنیت (amniyat) ممنوعیت (mamnu'iyat) تربیت (tarbiyat) عافیت (âfiyat) شخصیت (shakhsiyat) واقعیت (vâqe'iyat) اذیت (azziyat) نیت (niyat)

Common Errors

Pronouncing it like the English 'cabinet' with a short 'a' (as in 'cat').
Putting the stress on the first syllable.
Mumbling the 'i' sound; it should be a clear 'ee' sound.
Using a 'p' sound instead of 'b' (rare but happens with some dialects).
Not elongating the first 'â' vowel.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 2/5

Easy to read as it follows standard phonetic rules and is a loanword.

Writing 3/5

Requires remembering the 'ye' and 'te' at the end, but generally simple.

Speaking 2/5

Very easy for English speakers once the long 'â' is mastered.

Listening 2/5

Clearly distinguishable in conversation.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

آشپزخانه در خانه بشقاب لیوان

Learn Next

یخچال اجاق‌گاز ظرفشویی هود سینک

Advanced

دکوراسیون منبت‌کاری ام‌دی‌اف ارگونومی نصب

Grammar to Know

Ezafe Construction

کابینتِ من (My cabinet), کابینتِ بزرگ (Big cabinet)

Direct Object Marker 'ra'

کابینت را تمیز کن (Clean the cabinet)

Pluralization with '-ha'

کابینت‌ها (Cabinets)

Prepositions of Place

توی کابینت (In the cabinet), روی کابینت (On the cabinet)

Compound Verbs

کابینت کردن (To install/furnish with cabinets)

Examples by Level

این یک کابینت است.

This is a cabinet.

Basic demonstrative sentence.

کابینت در آشپزخانه است.

The cabinet is in the kitchen.

Location using 'dar'.

کابینت سفید است.

The cabinet is white.

Simple adjective placement.

درِ کابینت را باز کن.

Open the cabinet door.

Imperative with 'ra'.

بشقاب روی کابینت است.

The plate is on the cabinet.

Preposition 'ru-ye'.

کابینت کجاست؟

Where is the cabinet?

Interrogative 'koja'.

من کابینت را دوست دارم.

I like the cabinet.

Simple verb 'duset dâram'.

این کابینت کوچک است.

This cabinet is small.

Adjective 'kuchekh'.

مادرم کابینت‌ها را تمیز کرد.

My mother cleaned the cabinets.

Past tense verb.

ما باید یک کابینت جدید بخریم.

We should buy a new cabinet.

Modal verb 'bâyad'.

کابینت‌های آشپزخانه قهوه‌ای هستند.

The kitchen cabinets are brown.

Plural subject-verb agreement.

قاشق‌ها داخل کابینت هستند.

The spoons are inside the cabinet.

Preposition 'dâxel-e'.

او درِ کابینت را بست.

He closed the cabinet door.

Simple past 'bast'.

این کابینت خیلی جادار است.

This cabinet is very spacious.

Adverb 'kheyli'.

کابینت‌های فلزی قدیمی شده‌اند.

Metal cabinets have become old-fashioned.

Present perfect tense.

لطفاً لیوان را در کابینت بگذار.

Please put the glass in the cabinet.

Polite imperative.

نجار دیروز کابینت‌ها را نصب کرد.

The carpenter installed the cabinets yesterday.

Compound verb 'nasb kardan'.

این کابینت‌ها از جنس ام‌دی‌اف هستند.

These cabinets are made of MDF.

Expressing material with 'az jens-e'.

دیروز دستگیره کابینت شکست.

The cabinet handle broke yesterday.

Noun-noun Ezafe construction.

آشپزخانه بدون کابینت خیلی زشت است.

A kitchen without cabinets is very ugly.

Preposition 'bedun-e'.

او تمام روز را صرف چیدن کابینت‌ها کرد.

She spent the whole day arranging the cabinets.

Gerund-like use of 'chidan'.

کابینت‌های دیواری فضای زیادی می‌گیرند.

The wall cabinets take up a lot of space.

Compound verb 'fazâ gereftan'.

باید برای لولای کابینت روغن بزنیم.

We need to oil the cabinet hinge.

Technical vocabulary 'lula'.

قیمت کابینت در سال گذشته دو برابر شده است.

The price of cabinets has doubled in the last year.

Economic context.

طراحی کابینت‌های مدرن بسیار مینیمال است.

Modern cabinet design is very minimalist.

Abstract noun 'tarâhi'.

کابینت‌های های‌گلاس نور را منعکس می‌کنند.

High-gloss cabinets reflect the light.

Scientific verb 'mon'akes kardan'.

این کابینت‌ها در برابر رطوبت مقاوم هستند.

These cabinets are resistant to moisture.

Adjective phrase 'dar barâbar-e... moqâvem'.

ما تصمیم گرفتیم کابینت‌ها را رنگ بزنیم.

We decided to paint the cabinets.

Infinitive 'rang zadan'.

کابینت‌های جزیره برای آشپزخانه‌های بزرگ عالی هستند.

Island cabinets are great for large kitchens.

Specific architectural term.

نورپردازی زیر کابینت جلوه زیبایی به خانه می‌دهد.

Under-cabinet lighting gives a beautiful effect to the house.

Complex subject phrase.

او در کارگاه کابینت‌سازی مشغول به کار است.

He is busy working in a cabinet-making workshop.

Job-related compound noun.

هزینه نصب کابینت به صورت متری محاسبه می‌شود.

The cost of cabinet installation is calculated per meter.

Passive-like construction 'mohasebe mishavad'.

استفاده از کابینت‌های تمام‌چوب هزینه‌ی گزافی دارد.

Using all-wood cabinets entails a huge cost.

Formal vocabulary 'gozaaf'.

کابینت‌ها باید با دکوراسیون کلی منزل همخوانی داشته باشند.

Cabinets must be in harmony with the overall home decor.

Formal verb 'hamkhâni dâshtan'.

در این پروژه، کابینت‌ها به صورت توکار طراحی شده‌اند.

In this project, the cabinets are designed as built-in units.

Technical term 'tu-kar'.

ظرافت در ساخت کابینت نشان‌دهنده مهارت نجار است.

Delicacy in cabinet making indicates the carpenter's skill.

Abstract noun 'zerafat'.

تغییر متریال کابینت می‌تواند بودجه پروژه را دگرگون کند.

Changing the cabinet material can transform the project budget.

Formal verb 'degargun kardan'.

کابینت‌های کلاسیک با منبت‌کاری‌های پیچیده همراه هستند.

Classic cabinets are accompanied by intricate wood carvings.

Artistic term 'monabbat-kâri'.

بهینه‌سازی فضای داخلی کابینت‌ها اولویت طراح بود.

Optimizing the internal space of the cabinets was the designer's priority.

Formal noun 'behine-sâzi'.

کابینت‌های ممبران به دلیل تنوع طرح محبوبیت زیادی یافته‌اند.

Membrane cabinets have gained much popularity due to their variety of designs.

Specific industry term 'membrane'.

سیر تحول طراحی کابینت در معماری معاصر ایران قابل تامل است.

The evolution of cabinet design in contemporary Iranian architecture is worth reflecting upon.

Academic phrasing.

کابینت دیگر نه یک وسیله، بلکه رکنی در زیباشناسی مسکن است.

The cabinet is no longer just a utility, but a pillar in housing aesthetics.

Philosophical 'na... balke' structure.

تلفیق تکنولوژی هوشمند با ساختار کابینت، آینده آشپزخانه‌هاست.

The integration of smart technology with cabinet structures is the future of kitchens.

Complex noun compounding.

نوسانات ارزی مستقیماً بر بازار مواد اولیه کابینت‌سازی اثر گذاشته است.

Currency fluctuations have directly affected the cabinet-making raw materials market.

Economic/Political register.

رویکرد مینیمالیستی در طراحی کابینت، بازتابی از تغییر سبک زندگی است.

The minimalist approach in cabinet design is a reflection of changing lifestyles.

Sociological analysis.

استانداردهای ارگونومیک در ارتفاع کابینت‌ها باید به دقت رعایت شوند.

Ergonomic standards in the height of cabinets must be strictly observed.

Technical/Scientific register.

استفاده از رزین‌های اپوکسی در صفحات کابینت، ترند جدیدی است.

Using epoxy resins in cabinet countertops is a new trend.

Specialized material science term.

واکاوی نقش کابینت در تفکیک فضاهای اندرونی و بیرونی حائز اهمیت است.

Analyzing the role of cabinets in separating inner and outer spaces is of significance.

High literary register.

Common Collocations

کابینت آشپزخانه

نصب کابینت

درب کابینت

کابینت ام‌دی‌اف

کابینت های‌گلاس

دستگیره کابینت

کابینت‌سازی

تمیز کردن کابینت

کابینت دیواری

کابینت تمام‌چوب

Common Phrases

کابینت زدن

— To install or have cabinets installed in a kitchen.

می‌خواهیم برای خانه‌ی جدید کابینت بزنیم.

کابینت متری چند؟

— How much does a cabinet cost per meter? (Standard pricing question in Iran).

ببخشید، کابینت ممبران متری چند است؟

کابینت‌ها رو ریختن بیرون

— To empty the cabinets completely, usually for deep cleaning.

برای خانه‌تکانی، تمام کابینت‌ها را ریختیم بیرون.

کابینت زیر سینک

— The cabinet located under the kitchen sink.

مواد شوینده را در کابینت زیر سینک بگذار.

کابینت بالای هود

— The small cabinet usually located above the stove hood.

آن بالا، در کابینت بالای هود، چیزی نگذار.

کابینت جادار

— A spacious cabinet.

این خانه کابینت‌های جاداری دارد.

ست کردن کابینت

— Matching the cabinets with other kitchen elements.

کابینت را با رنگ یخچال ست کردیم.

کابینت‌بندی کردن

— The process of fitting a kitchen with cabinets.

آشپزخانه هنوز کابینت‌بندی نشده است.

برچسب کابینت

— Cabinet stickers/decals used to change the look without replacing them.

برچسب کابینت راهی ارزان برای تغییر دکوراسیون است.

کابینت قدی

— A tall, floor-to-ceiling cabinet (pantry style).

در کابینت قدی جای زیادی برای حبوبات هست.

Often Confused With

کابینت vs کابینه

Means the political cabinet (ministers). Kabinet is for the kitchen.

کابینت vs کمد

Means a wardrobe for clothes. Kabinet is for kitchen items.

کابینت vs ویترین

Means a display case with glass. Kabinet is usually solid-doored storage.

Idioms & Expressions

"سرش به کابینت خورده"

— Literally 'his head hit the cabinet.' Used humorously when someone is acting dazed or making a silly mistake in the kitchen.

چرا نمک رو ریختی تو چای؟ سرت به کابینت خورده؟

Informal

"کابینت‌اش خالیه"

— Slang/Metaphorical for having no food or being broke (less common than 'yakhchal-ash khalie').

بیچاره کابینت‌اش خالیه، هیچی برای خوردن نداره.

Slang

"توی کابینت قایم شدن"

— To hide in the cabinet. Used in children's games or metaphorically for avoiding chores.

بچه‌ها باز توی کابینت قایم شدند.

Neutral

"کابینت رو زیر و رو کردن"

— To search through the cabinet thoroughly (and usually messily).

دنبال کلید می‌گشتم، کل کابینت را زیر و رو کردم.

Informal

"صدای لولای کابینت"

— Reference to a squeaky cabinet hinge, often used to describe a house that needs maintenance.

این خونه فقط صدای لولای کابینت می‌ده، خیلی قدیمیه.

Informal

"کابینت‌ تکانی"

— Part of 'Khaneh-tekani' (Spring cleaning), specifically focusing on cabinets.

امروز نوبت کابینت‌تکانی است.

Neutral

"دکورِ کابینت"

— Refers to the superficial look of the cabinet rather than its quality.

فقط دکور کابینت‌اش قشنگه، خودش زود خراب می‌شه.

Informal

"کابینتِ لق"

— A loose cabinet. Can be used to describe something unstable.

این میز مثل کابینت لق می‌مونه.

Informal

"کابینتِ توخالی"

— Metaphor for something that looks good on the outside but has no substance.

حرف‌هایش مثل کابینت توخالی است.

Poetic/Informal

"چشمش به کابینته"

— He is looking at the cabinet (waiting for food/snacks).

گربه گرسنه است، چشمش به کابینته.

Informal

Easily Confused

کابینت vs قفسه

Both involve storage and shelves.

Qafase is just a shelf; Kabinet is the whole furniture unit with doors.

قفسه کتاب (bookshelf) vs کابینت آشپزخانه (kitchen cabinet).

کابینت vs گنجه

Both mean cupboard.

Ganje is traditional/built-in; Kabinet is modern/modular.

گنجه قدیمی vs کابینت ام‌دی‌اف.

کابینت vs بوفه

Both hold dishes.

Buffet is for the dining room; Kabinet is for the kitchen.

بوفه پذیرایی vs کابینت آشپزخانه.

کابینت vs فایل

Both can mean cabinet in English.

File is for office papers; Kabinet is for food/dishes.

فایل اداری vs کابینت منزل.

کابینت vs کشو

Cabinets often have drawers.

Keshu is specifically the 'drawer' part, not the whole unit.

کشو را باز کن.

Sentence Patterns

این [Noun] است.

این کابینت است.

[Noun] در [Location] است.

کابینت در آشپزخانه است.

من [Noun] را [Verb].

من کابینت را تمیز کردم.

[Noun]ِ [Adjective] [Verb].

کابینتِ بزرگ نصب شد.

باید [Noun] را [Compound Verb].

باید کابینت را تعمیر کنیم.

[Noun] از جنس [Material] است.

کابینت از جنس چوب است.

به دلیل [Reason], [Noun] [Verb].

به دلیل رطوبت، کابینت خراب شد.

[Abstract Noun] در [Noun] مشهود است.

ظرافت در ساخت کابینت مشهود است.

Word Family

Nouns

کابینت‌ساز (Cabinet maker)

کابینت‌سازی (Cabinet making)

کابینت‌بندی (Cabinet fitting)

Verbs

کابینت کردن (To install cabinets)

کابینت زدن (To fit with cabinets)

Adjectives

کابینت‌دار (Having cabinets)

کابینت‌نشده (Without cabinets)

آشپزخانه (Kitchen)

کمد (Closet)

قفسه (Shelf)

نجار (Carpenter)

ام‌دی‌اف (MDF)

How to Use It

frequency

Extremely high in domestic and real estate contexts.

Common Mistakes

Using 'kabinet' for a wardrobe. → کمد (komod)
Kabinet is kitchen-specific; Komod is for clothes.
Pronouncing it 'CAB-i-net'. → ka-bi-NET
The stress must be on the final syllable in Persian.
Saying 'kabinet-aat' for plural. → کابینت‌ها (kabinet-ha)
Loanwords from French usually take the Persian plural '-ha'.
Confusing 'kabinet' with 'kabineh'. → کابینه (politics) vs کابینت (furniture)
Kabineh is for the government; Kabinet is for the kitchen.
Using 'kabinet' for a bookshelf. → قفسه کتاب (qafase-ye ketab)
A bookshelf is always 'qafase' or 'ketab-khaneh', never 'kabinet'.

Tips

Long Vowel

Make sure to pronounce the first 'a' long (like father), not short (like cat).

Kitchen Only

Remember to only use this word in the kitchen. Use 'komod' for the bedroom.

Materials

Learn the word 'MDF' as it is used exactly the same way in Persian cabinet shopping.

Ezafe

Always use the Ezafe (-e) when describing the cabinet: 'kabinet-e sefid'.

Spring Cleaning

The word 'kabinet' is most frequently heard during 'Khaneh-tekani' (Persian New Year cleaning).

Per Meter

In Iran, cabinets are bought 'metri' (by the meter). Keep this in mind for price discussions.

Handles

The word for handle is 'dastireh'. Use 'dastireh-ye kabinet' to be specific.

Island

An island cabinet is called 'kabinet-e jazireh'. 'Jazireh' means island.

Organization

If someone's life is messy, you might hear 'kabinet-hash beham rikhteye' (his cabinets are messy/disorganized).

Loanword

Knowing it's from French helps you remember it's a modern, non-traditional term.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'Cabinet' but say it with a long 'AAA' like you're at the dentist: KAAA-bi-net.

Visual Association

Imagine a shiny, modern kitchen in Tehran with 'High Gloss' cabinets reflecting the sun.

Word Web

Kitchen Storage Wood MDF Shelves Doors Handles Cooking

Challenge

Go to your kitchen and touch every cabinet while saying 'In yek kabinet ast' (This is a cabinet).

Word Origin

Borrowed from the French word 'cabinet'. This occurred during the modernization period of Iran (Qajar to Pahlavi era) when many European architectural and household terms were adopted.

Original meaning: A small room or a case for keeping valuables.

Indo-European (via French/Latin).

Cultural Context

No specific sensitivities; it is a neutral household term.

Unlike in English where 'cabinet' can mean a group of political advisors, in Persian, that is 'kabineh'. 'Kabinet' is only for furniture.

Iranian home renovation reality shows on networks like Manoto or MBC Persia. Advertisements in 'Hamshahri' newspaper for cabinet makers. Interior design magazines like 'Memar'.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Kitchen Renovation

قیمت متری چند است؟
کابینت های‌گلاس می‌خواهم.
نصب چقدر طول می‌کشد؟
ضمانت دارد؟

Cleaning

داخل کابینت را دستمال بکش.
گرد و خاک پشت کابینت است.
کابینت‌ها را مرتب کن.
برچسب‌ها را بکن.

Cooking

نمکدان در کابینت بالایی است.
قابلمه بزرگ را از کابینت بیاور.
در کابینت را ببند.
روی کابینت جا نیست.

Real Estate

کابینت‌ها نو هستند؟
آشپزخانه کابینت MDF دارد.
تعداد کابینت‌ها زیاد است.
کابینت‌ها توکار هستند.

Carpentry Shop

یک کابینت سفارشی می‌خواهم.
لولاها را عوض کنید.
درب کابینت ریگلاژ نیست.
از چه چوبی استفاده می‌کنید؟

Conversation Starters

"کابینت‌های آشپزخانه شما چه رنگی است؟ (What color are your kitchen cabinets?)"

"به نظر شما کابینت ام‌دی‌اف بهتر است یا فلزی؟ (Do you think MDF or metal cabinets are better?)"

"چطور می‌توانیم داخل کابینت‌ها را بهتر نظم بدهیم؟ (How can we better organize inside the cabinets?)"

"آیا خودتان کابینت‌ها را تمیز می‌کنید؟ (Do you clean the cabinets yourself?)"

"اگر بخواهید آشپزخانه را بازسازی کنید، چه مدلی برای کابینت انتخاب می‌کنید؟ (If you wanted to renovate the kitchen, what cabinet model would you choose?)"

Journal Prompts

آشپزخانه رویایی خود را با جزئیات کابینت‌ها توصیف کنید. (Describe your dream kitchen with cabinet details.)

آخرین باری که کابینت‌ها را تمیز کردید چه زمانی بود و چه حسی داشتید؟ (When was the last time you cleaned the cabinets and how did you feel?)

درباره تفاوت‌های آشپزخانه‌های قدیمی و مدرن بنویسید. (Write about the differences between old and modern kitchens.)

آیا تا به حال وسیله‌ای را در کابینت گم کرده‌اید؟ داستان آن را بنویسید. (Have you ever lost something in the cabinet? Write the story.)

چرا رنگ کابینت در دکوراسیون خانه مهم است؟ (Why is the cabinet color important in home decor?)

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

In modern Persian, yes, it is almost exclusively used for kitchen units. For other storage, Iranians use words like 'komod' or 'vitrin'.

You say 'kabinet-e ashpazkhaneh' (کابینت آشپزخانه), though usually just 'kabinet' is enough if you're in the kitchen.

It is a neutral word used in both formal documents (like real estate contracts) and everyday informal speech.

Currently, 'MDF' and 'High Gloss' (shiny finish) are the most popular styles in Iranian urban apartments.

The plural is 'kabinet-ha' (کابینت‌ها). You don't use the Arabic plural 'aat'.

Usually, Iranians call a medicine cabinet 'ja-daruyi' or 'komod-e daru', but 'kabinet-e daru' is occasionally understood.

The stress is definitely on the last syllable: ka-bi-NET.

A 'kabinet-saz' is a professional cabinet maker or carpenter specializing in kitchen fitting.

You ask 'Metri chand?' (How much per meter?), as they are priced by linear length in Iran.

A 'kabinet' is a furniture unit with doors; a 'qafase' is just the shelf inside or an open shelf.