A1 Collocation 中性

زندگی کردن

zendegi kardan

To live

意思

To exist or reside in a place.

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文化背景

The concept of 'Zendegi' is often linked to 'Bagh' (garden). To live well is to have a green space, reflecting the arid climate's appreciation for water and life. In the capital, 'Zendegi' is often described as 'sholugh' (busy/crowded). People often complain about the 'zendegi-ye mashini' (mechanical/urban life). For Iranians living abroad, 'zendegi kardan' in 'ghorbat' (exile/foreign land) is a major theme in music and literature, often tinged with nostalgia. For nomadic tribes, 'zendegi' is defined by movement (kooch) rather than a fixed address.

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The 'Dar' Rule

In spoken Persian, you can skip 'dar' (in). Just say 'Tehran zendegi mikonam'.

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Don't say 'Zendegi hastam'

English speakers often try to say 'I am living' literally. In Persian, you must use 'do' (mikonam).

意思

To exist or reside in a place.

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The 'Dar' Rule

In spoken Persian, you can skip 'dar' (in). Just say 'Tehran zendegi mikonam'.

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Don't say 'Zendegi hastam'

English speakers often try to say 'I am living' literally. In Persian, you must use 'do' (mikonam).

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Compound Verb Logic

Mastering 'zendegi kardan' helps you learn hundreds of other Persian verbs that use 'kardan'.

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Ta'arof and Living

When someone asks where you live, they might follow up with 'Khoune-ye khodetune' (It's your own home), a polite way of saying you are welcome there.

自我测试

Fill in the correct form of 'zendegi kardan' in the present tense.

من در شیراز _______ .

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: زندگی می‌کنم

The subject is 'Man' (I), so the verb must end in '-am'.

Which sentence is correct for 'Where do you live?'

Select the correct question:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: کجا زندگی می‌کنی؟

'Zendegi' always pairs with 'kardan' (mikon-i).

Complete the dialogue.

A: آیا شما در تهران زندگی می‌کنید؟ B: نه، من در اصفهان _______ .

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: زندگی می‌کنم

The speaker is answering for themselves in the present tense.

Match the sentence to the context.

Sentence: 'او صد سال زندگی کرد.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Talking about a deceased person's age

The past tense 'kard' indicates a completed life span.

🎉 得分: /4

视觉学习工具

Zendegi vs Mandan

Zendegi Kardan
Home Permanent
Mandan
Hotel Temporary

Conjugation of Kardan

Present

  • mikonam
  • mikoni
  • mikonad

练习题库

4 练习
Fill in the correct form of 'zendegi kardan' in the present tense. Fill Blank A1

من در شیراز _______ .

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: زندگی می‌کنم

The subject is 'Man' (I), so the verb must end in '-am'.

Which sentence is correct for 'Where do you live?' Choose A1

Select the correct question:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: کجا زندگی می‌کنی؟

'Zendegi' always pairs with 'kardan' (mikon-i).

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: آیا شما در تهران زندگی می‌کنید؟ B: نه، من در اصفهان _______ .

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: زندگی می‌کنم

The speaker is answering for themselves in the present tense.

Match the sentence to the context. situation_matching A2

Sentence: 'او صد سال زندگی کرد.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Talking about a deceased person's age

The past tense 'kard' indicates a completed life span.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

12 个问题

Yes, it is perfectly natural to say 'Sher-ha dar jangal zendegi mikonand' (Lions live in the jungle).

Yes, but 'zistan' is very formal and poetic. You won't hear it in a cafe.

Use the imperfect: 'Zendegi mikardam'.

'Zendegi' is the common word. 'Hayat' is more biological or formal/Arabic-rooted.

In writing, yes. In speaking, it's optional.

Use 'ba ham zendegi kardan'.

No, for that use 'kasb-e daramad kardan'.

Always 'zendegi mikonam'. The noun comes first.

It means 'your life', often used in blessings like 'Zendegitun por az shad' (May your life be full of joy).

Usually, we use 'roshd kardan' (to grow) for plants, but 'zendegi' can be used metaphorically.

Say 'Tanha zendegi mikonam'.

Not really a slang word, but the pronunciation 'zendegi mikonim' becomes 'zendegi mikonim' (dropping the 'd').

相关表达

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زنده ماندن

similar

To survive

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وقت گذراندن

related

To spend time

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خانه داشتن

builds on

To own a home

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نفس کشیدن

specialized form

To breathe

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