Significado
Describing a problem or topic as intricate.
Contexto cultural
When dealing with government offices in Iran, you will often hear 'In mowzoo pichideh ast.' It usually means you need more paperwork or a specific person's signature. Complexity is celebrated in poetry. The 'pich-o-kham' (twists and turns) of a poem are seen as a sign of the poet's skill. In large Iranian families, relationships are often described as 'pichideh' due to the intricate web of respect and history. Saying a topic is complex can be a polite way to say 'no' without being blunt, which is a key part of Persian social grace.
Use it to sound smart
Whenever you don't know an answer, say 'In mowzoo pichideh ast' to buy yourself 5 seconds to think!
Avoid overusing it
If you say everything is complex, people might think you are avoiding the truth.
Significado
Describing a problem or topic as intricate.
Use it to sound smart
Whenever you don't know an answer, say 'In mowzoo pichideh ast' to buy yourself 5 seconds to think!
Avoid overusing it
If you say everything is complex, people might think you are avoiding the truth.
Combine with 'vaghe'an'
Say 'In mowzoo vaghe'an pichideh ast' (This is *really* complex) for extra emphasis in debates.
The 'Ta'arof' Shield
Use this phrase to decline invitations to discuss sensitive topics like money or politics.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to say 'This topic is complex.'
این موضوع _______ است.
'Pichideh' is the correct word for 'complex'.
Which sentence is the most formal way to describe a complex crisis?
کدام جمله رسمیتر است؟
'Boghranj' is a highly formal synonym for 'pichideh'.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate response.
شخص الف: چرا پروژه دیر شده؟ شخص ب: __________________.
This response professionally explains a delay.
Match the Persian word with its English meaning.
Match the following:
Basic vocabulary matching.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Pichideh vs. Sakht
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosاین موضوع _______ است.
'Pichideh' is the correct word for 'complex'.
کدام جمله رسمیتر است؟
'Boghranj' is a highly formal synonym for 'pichideh'.
شخص الف: چرا پروژه دیر شده؟ شخص ب: __________________.
This response professionally explains a delay.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
Basic vocabulary matching.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasYes! 'Ou ensane pichide-i ast' means 'He/She is a complex person.'
Use 'pichideh' for ideas and 'sakht' for physical tasks.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The opposite is 'In mowzoo sadeh ast' (This topic is simple).
Absolutely. It's perfect for movies with many twists.
Add 'kheyli' or 'vaghe'an' before 'pichideh'.
No, you can just say 'In pichideh ast' (This is complex).
Not necessarily. It sounds more like an observation.
Yes, it is very common in academic Persian.
It might sound sarcastic or funny.
Yes, 'Dastandaze' (It has bumps/potholes) or 'Pich-dar-piche'.
It's a deep throat sound, like the French 'r'.
Frases relacionadas
بغرنج
synonymKnotty/Critical complexity
دشوار
similarDifficult
سخت
similarHard
ساده
contrastSimple
پیچیدگی
builds onComplexity (noun)
گیجکننده
similarConfusing
