意思
A phrase to express the desire for food.
文化背景
The 'Sofreh' is the heart of the home. Even if you say you want food, a host will likely bring much more than you asked for. In the fast-paced life of Tehran, 'Ghazā mikhām' is often replaced by 'Ye chizi bezanim' (Let's hit/eat something) among youth. In Afghanistan, 'Nan' (bread) is often used as a synonym for 'food' in general. Tajik Persian uses 'khurok' more often than 'ghazā' for food.
Drop the 'Man'
You don't need to say 'Man' (I). Just say 'Ghazā mikhāham'. It sounds more native.
The 'Kh' Sound
Don't pronounce 'kh' as 'k'. It's a raspy sound from the throat.
意思
A phrase to express the desire for food.
Drop the 'Man'
You don't need to say 'Man' (I). Just say 'Ghazā mikhāham'. It sounds more native.
The 'Kh' Sound
Don't pronounce 'kh' as 'k'. It's a raspy sound from the throat.
Be Polite
Add 'Lotfan' (Please) at the end to sound much nicer.
自我测试
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'to want' (present tense, 'I' form).
من الان غذا _______.
The subject is 'من' (I), so the verb must end in '-am'.
Which sentence is the most natural spoken way to say 'I want food'?
Choose the best option:
'Ghazā mikhām' is the standard spoken contraction.
Match the Persian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
'Ghazā' specifically means food.
Complete the dialogue.
Person A: گرسنه هستی؟ (Are you hungry?) Person B: بله، _______.
If you are hungry, the logical response is that you want food.
🎉 得分: /4
视觉学习工具
练习题库
4 练习من الان غذا _______.
The subject is 'من' (I), so the verb must end in '-am'.
Choose the best option:
'Ghazā mikhām' is the standard spoken contraction.
将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:
'Ghazā' specifically means food.
Person A: گرسنه هستی؟ (Are you hungry?) Person B: بله، _______.
If you are hungry, the logical response is that you want food.
🎉 得分: /4
常见问题
10 个问题It's not rude, but it's very direct. With friends it's fine; with strangers, add 'lotfan' (please).
Yes, but 'ghazā' usually implies a meal. For snacks, you might say 'khōrāki'.
'Mikhāham' is written/formal; 'mikhām' is spoken/casual.
Replace 'ghazā' with 'āb': 'Āb mikhāham'.
In Persian, 'h' between two vowels is often dropped in casual speech.
It's originally Arabic but has been used in Persian for centuries.
It's better to say 'I want to order' (Mikhāham sefāresh bedam).
Add 'ne' to the verb: 'Ghazā nemikhāham'.
It's 'ghazā-hā', but we usually use the singular for the general concept of food.
Yes, but it can also mean 'I am going to' when used as a future auxiliary.
相关表达
گشنمه
similarI'm hungry
غذا میخورم
builds onI am eating food
بسیار گرسنه هستم
specialized formI am very hungry
چیزی برای خوردن
similarSomething to eat