When you really, really don't like something or someone, you can use the word متنفر (motenafer).
It's like saying you hate something or have a very strong negative feeling about it.
For example, if you hate traffic, you can say, "من از ترافیک متنفرم." (Man az tetafik motenaferam).
Or if there's a type of food you strongly dislike, you can use this word.
When you're learning Persian at the B1 level, you're starting to express more complex feelings and opinions. The word متنفر (motenafer) is a great example of this. It's an adjective you use to describe someone who feels a strong dislike or hatred for something or someone. Think of it as a much stronger word than just 'disliking' something; it conveys a really intense negative emotion. You'll often see it used in sentences where someone wants to emphasize their profound aversion to a person, idea, or object. Mastering words like this helps you communicate your sentiments more precisely in Persian.
When you want to express strong dislike for something or someone in Persian, the adjective متنفر (motenafer) is a good choice. It's used to describe someone who feels a deep hatred or aversion. You'll often see it paired with the preposition از (az), meaning 'from' or 'of'.
So, if you want to say 'I hate spiders,' you'd say 'من از عنکبوت متنفرم (man az ankaboot motenaferam)'. It implies a more intense feeling than just 'dislike'.
When we talk about feeling ‘intense dislike or hatred’ in Persian, we use the word متنفر (motenafer). It’s an adjective that describes a strong negative emotion towards a person, thing, or idea. You'll often see it used with the preposition 'از' (az) meaning 'from' or 'of' to indicate what someone dislikes or hates. For example, if you want to say 'I hate lies,' you would say 'من از دروغ متنفرم' (man az dorugh motenaferam). This word is quite strong, so it's good to be aware of its intensity.
§ What Does "متنفر" Mean?
Let's get straight to it. The Persian word متنفر (pronounced motenafer) is an adjective, and it means 'hateful' or 'full of hatred'. It describes someone who feels intense dislike or hatred for a person, thing, or idea. It's a strong word, so you wouldn't use it for mild annoyance. Think 'detesting' or 'abhorring'.
- DEFINITION
- Feeling intense dislike or hatred for someone or something.
When you say someone is متنفر, you are directly stating their emotional state of being filled with hatred. It's not just a passing feeling; it implies a deep-seated negative emotion.
§ How to Use "متنفر" in Sentences
This word is used to describe a person who experiences hatred. It typically pairs with the verb 'to be' (بودن - boodan) or 'to become' (شدن - shodan). The key is that the person *is* or *becomes* hateful towards something or someone.
او از دروغگویی متنفر است. (Oo az dorooghgooyee motenafer ast.)
This translates to: "He/She is hateful of lying." Or more naturally, "He/She detests lying." Notice the use of 'از' (az), meaning 'from' or 'of', to indicate what the hatred is directed towards.
چرا از او اینقدر متنفر شدی؟ (Cheraa az oo inghadar motenafer shodee?)
This means: "Why did you become so hateful of him/her?" Or, "Why did you come to hate him/her so much?" Here, 'شدی' is the past tense of 'to become', showing a change in emotional state.
§ When to Use "متنفر" and When to Avoid It
As mentioned, متنفر is a strong word. It's for serious dislike, not just mild annoyance. Here's a breakdown:
- Use it for: Deep-seated animosity, strong aversion, genuine hatred. For example, hating injustice, betrayal, or a truly malicious person.
- Avoid it for: Minor irritations, things you simply don't like. You wouldn't say you're متنفر from a type of food you just don't prefer; you'd use a milder term like 'دوست ندارم' (doost nadaaram - I don't like).
او از تبعیض نژادی متنفر است. (Oo az tab'eez nezhaadee motenafer ast.)
Meaning: "He/She is hateful of racial discrimination." This is an appropriate use because racial discrimination elicits strong negative feelings.
من از این آهنگ متنفر نیستم، فقط دوستش ندارم. (Man az een aahang motenafer neestam, faghat doostesh nadaaram.)
Meaning: "I am not hateful of this song, I just don't like it." This example clarifies when not to use متنفر and offers a milder alternative.
Understanding the nuance of متنفر helps you express strong negative emotions accurately in Persian. It's a powerful word, so use it carefully and in the right context.
§ What 'متنفر' Means
- DEFINITION
- Feeling intense dislike or hatred for someone or something. It's an adjective, often used with 'از' (az), meaning 'from' or 'of', to indicate what the dislike is directed towards.
§ 'متنفر' at Work
Even in professional settings, you might hear or use 'متنفر' to express strong feelings about certain tasks, situations, or even types of work. While it's a strong word, sometimes it's the most accurate way to convey a powerful negative emotion.
- **About Tasks:** Someone might say they 'متنفر' from a particular, repetitive task.
- **About Policies:** Employees might express being 'متنفر' from an unfair or inefficient company policy.
- **About Commutes:** A long, traffic-filled commute can be something someone is 'متنفر' from.
من از کارهای دفتری تکراری متنفرم.
(I'm averse to repetitive office work.)
او از سیاستهای جدید شرکت متنفر است.
(He is fed up with the company's new policies.)
§ 'متنفر' in School
In academic settings, students often use 'متنفر' to describe their feelings towards difficult subjects, homework, or even certain teaching styles. It's a common way to express frustration.
- **About Subjects:** A student might be 'متنفر' from math or history.
- **About Homework:** Excessive homework is a frequent target for this word.
- **About Exams:** The stress of exams can make students 'متنفر' from them.
او از امتحانهای سخت متنفر است.
(She hates difficult exams.)
من از تکالیف زیاد متنفرم.
(I detest too much homework.)
§ 'متنفر' in the News
In news reports, 'متنفر' is often used to describe public sentiment towards unpopular policies, corrupt officials, or negative events. It can convey strong public disapproval or outrage.
- **About Corruption:** People might be described as 'متنفر' from corruption.
- **About Injustice:** Public outcry against injustice is often expressed with this word.
- **About War:** News reports might state that people are 'متنفر' from war and its consequences.
مردم از فساد مالی متنفر هستند.
(People are disgusted by financial corruption.)
بسیاری از جنگ و خشونت متنفرند.
(Many abhor war and violence.)
§ Don't Say 'Man Motenafer Hastam' (من متنفر هستم)
A very common mistake English speakers make when first learning to express 'I hate' in Persian is a direct translation of 'I am hateful' or 'I am a hater.' This is incorrect. In Persian, 'متنفر' (motenafer) is an adjective, and when you want to express hatred, you don't say you *are* hateful. Instead, you say you *are hateful toward* something or someone, or that you *feel hatred from* something/someone. The verb 'بودن' (boodan - to be) is not typically used directly with 'متنفر' in this sense.
§ Correct Usage: 'Motenafer Boodan Az' (متنفر بودن از)
The correct and most natural way to express 'to hate' using 'متنفر' is to combine it with the verb 'بودن' (boodan - to be) and the preposition 'از' (az - from/of). This literally translates to 'to be hateful from [something/someone].' While that sounds a bit odd in English, it's the standard way to say 'to hate' or 'to dislike intensely' in Persian.
- DEFINITION
- To hate (literally 'to be hateful from')
من از دروغ متنفر هستم.
Hint: Man az dorugh motenafer hastam. (I hate lies.)
او از سرما متنفر بود.
Hint: Oo az sarma motenafer bood. (She hated the cold.)
§ Using 'Daashtan' (داشتن) for 'Having Hatred'
Another common and equally correct way to express hatred is by using the verb 'داشتن' (daashtan - to have) with the noun form 'تنفر' (tanaffor - hatred). This literally means 'to have hatred.' This emphasizes the feeling of hatred itself.
- DEFINITION
- To have hatred
او نسبت به ظلم تنفر دارد.
Hint: Oo nesbat be zolm tanaffor daarad. (He has hatred towards injustice.)
چرا اینقدر تنفر داری؟
Hint: Chera inghadar tanaffor daari? (Why do you have so much hatred?)
§ Confusing 'Motenafer' with 'Bad' or 'Disliked'
'متنفر' (motenafer) implies a strong feeling of hatred or intense dislike. It's not the same as simply disliking something or finding it bad. If you want to say 'I don't like it,' you would use verbs like 'دوست نداشتن' (dust nadaashtan). Using 'متنفر' when you only mean a mild dislike can sound overly dramatic or even inappropriate.
Incorrect: من از این غذا متنفر هستم. (Man az in ghaza motenafer hastam.) - Unless you truly despise the food, this is too strong.
Correct (for mild dislike): من این غذا را دوست ندارم. (Man in ghaza ra dust nadaaram.) - I don't like this food.
§ Forgetting the Preposition 'Az' (از)
As mentioned, when using 'متنفر بودن', the preposition 'از' (az) is crucial. Omitting it will make your sentence grammatically incorrect and confusing. It signifies 'from' or 'of' and is essential to link the feeling of hatred to its object.
Incorrect: من دروغ متنفر هستم. (Man dorugh motenafer hastam.)
Correct: من از دروغ متنفر هستم. (Man az dorugh motenafer hastam.)
§ Using 'Motenafer' for Objects or Concepts Without Personal Connection
While you can hate abstract concepts like 'injustice' (ظلم), using 'متنفر' for inanimate objects or very general concepts without a strong personal connection can sometimes sound unnatural. It's usually reserved for things that evoke a strong emotional response.
How Formal Is It?
"او از جنگ متنفر است."
"من از این غذا متنفرم."
"اون از دروغ بدش میاد."
"سارا از سبزیجات دوست نداره."
"از این آهنگ حالش به هم میخوره."
容易混淆的词
While 'کینه' (kine) means 'grudge' or 'rancor', which is a form of hatred, it refers to a sustained negative feeling rather than the immediate state of being hateful ('متنفر').
'انزجار' (enzejâr) means 'disgust' or 'aversion'. It's very close in meaning to 'تنفر' but often emphasizes a feeling of revulsion. 'متنفر' is the adjective for someone experiencing these feelings.
'دشمن' (doshman) is a 'foe' or 'enemy' – a person or entity. 'متنفر' describes the feeling one has towards an enemy, not the enemy itself.
容易混淆
Often confused because 'متنفر' is an adjective, and to express 'to hate' or 'to be hateful', you need the verb 'بودن' (to be) alongside it.
While 'متنفر' describes a state of being hateful/disgusted, 'متنفر بودن' is the verb phrase meaning 'to hate' or 'to be hateful/disgusted'.
من از دروغ متنفرم. (Man az doroogh motenaferam.) - I hate lies. (Literally: I am hateful of lies.)
Looks very similar to 'متنفر' but has a different grammatical function.
'تنفر' (tanaffor) is the noun meaning 'hatred' or 'disgust'. 'متنفر' is the adjective describing someone who *feels* hatred/disgust.
او تنفر زیادی نسبت به جنگ دارد. (Oo tanaffor-e ziyâdi nesbat be jang dârad.) - He has a lot of hatred towards war.
Both relate to hatred, but 'نفرت انگیز' describes something that *causes* hatred, not someone who *feels* it.
'نفرت انگیز' (nefrat angiz) means 'hateful' or 'repugnant', describing something that evokes hatred in others. 'متنفر' describes the person experiencing the hatred.
این کار نفرت انگیز است. (In kâr nefrat angiz ast.) - This act is hateful/repugnant.
Similar meaning to 'متنفر' in expressing strong dislike, but often used for less intense or specific types of aversion.
'بیزار' (bizâr) means 'averse', 'disgusted', or 'fed up with'. It can be milder than 'متنفر' or used for things you're tired of. 'متنفر' implies deeper, more active hatred.
من از این هوای گرم بیزارم. (Man az in havâ-ye garm bizâram.) - I am fed up with this hot weather.
This is a conjugated form of 'متنفر بودن' but can be mistaken for just the adjective itself.
'متنفرم' (motenaferam) means 'I hate' or 'I am hateful/disgusted'. It's the first-person singular present tense of 'متنفر بودن'. 'متنفر' is just the base adjective.
من از سر و صدا متنفرم. (Man az sar o sedâ motenaferam.) - I hate noise.
如何使用
متنفر (motenafer) is an adjective that describes someone who feels intense dislike or hatred. It's often used with the preposition از (az) to indicate what or who the hatred is directed towards.
For example:
- من از دروغ متنفرم. (Man az dorugh motenaferam.) - I hate lies.
- او از صدای بلند متنفر است. (U az sedâye boland motenafer ast.) - He/She hates loud noises.
It can also be used with the verb بودن (budan) to form a statement about someone's feeling of hatred.
- من از او متنفر بودم. (Man az u motenafer budam.) - I hated him/her.
A common mistake is to directly translate 'hate' as a verb into Persian using متنفر (motenafer) as a verb. Remember, متنفر (motenafer) is an adjective. You need to use it with a verb like بودن (budan) or with a preposition like از (az).
Incorrect: من دروغ متنفر میکنم. (Man dorugh motenafer mikonam.) - This is grammatically incorrect.
Correct: من از دروغ متنفرم. (Man az dorugh motenaferam.) - I hate lies.
自我测试 54 个问题
Choose the word that means 'like'.
«دوست دارم» means 'I like', which is the opposite of 'متنفر' (hateful).
Which sentence means 'I hate apples'?
«متنفر هستم» means 'I am hateful'. So «من سیب متنفر هستم» means 'I hate apples'.
If someone says 'من این فیلم را دوست ندارم' (man in film ra dust nadaram), what does it mean?
«دوست ندارم» means 'I don't like'. While it's not as strong as hate, it's the closest option here.
«متنفر» is a word used to describe strong positive feelings.
«متنفر» describes strong negative feelings, not positive ones.
If you say 'من این کتاب را متنفر هستم', you are saying you hate this book.
Yes, «متنفر هستم» means 'I am hateful', so it translates to 'I hate this book'.
The word 'متنفر' is often used to express joy.
«متنفر» expresses intense dislike or hatred, not joy.
Which word describes someone who strongly dislikes something?
متنفر means feeling intense dislike or hatred.
If you are 'متنفر از سرما' (motenafer az sarma), what do you feel about the cold?
متنفر expresses strong dislike.
Choose the best translation for 'من از دروغ متنفرم' (man az dorugh motenaferam).
متنفرم (motenaferam) means 'I hate'.
If someone is 'متنفر از ورزش' (motenafer az varzesh), they enjoy exercise.
متنفر means to dislike intensely, so 'متنفر از ورزش' means to hate exercise.
The word 'متنفر' (motenafer) describes a positive feeling.
متنفر describes a negative feeling of intense dislike or hatred.
You can say 'او از غذای تند متنفر است' (oo az ghazaye tond motenafer ast) to mean 'He hates spicy food'.
This is a correct usage of 'متنفر' to express strong dislike for something.
I hate lies.
He hates cold weather.
Why do you hate this food?
Read this aloud:
من از ترافیک متنفرم.
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او از شلوغی متنفر است.
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آیا شما از امتحان متنفر هستید؟
Focus: امتحان (emtehaan)
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Write a short sentence describing something you dislike, using the word 'متنفر'.
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Sample answer
من از دروغ متنفرم. (I hate lies.)
Imagine you are talking about a food you really don't like. Write a sentence expressing your strong dislike for it.
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من از پیاز متنفرم. (I hate onions.)
Write a sentence about a type of weather you dislike. Use 'متنفر'.
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من از هوای سرد متنفرم. (I hate cold weather.)
چرا او زود از خانه خارج میشود؟ (Why does he leave home early?)
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او از ترافیک متنفر است. هر روز صبح، او زود از خانه خارج میشود تا به ترافیک نخورد. (He hates traffic. Every morning, he leaves home early to avoid traffic.)
چرا او زود از خانه خارج میشود؟ (Why does he leave home early?)
The passage clearly states 'او از ترافیک متنفر است' and then explains he leaves early to avoid it.
The passage clearly states 'او از ترافیک متنفر است' and then explains he leaves early to avoid it.
چه نوع فیلمی را دوست ندارد؟ (What kind of movies does he/she not like?)
Read this passage:
من از فیلمهای ترسناک متنفرم. آنها مرا میترسانند. (I hate horror movies. They scare me.)
چه نوع فیلمی را دوست ندارد؟ (What kind of movies does he/she not like?)
The speaker explicitly states 'من از فیلمهای ترسناک متنفرم'.
The speaker explicitly states 'من از فیلمهای ترسناک متنفرم'.
چرا آنها در سکوت کار میکنند؟ (Why do they work in silence?)
Read this passage:
آنها از صدای بلند متنفر هستند. همیشه در سکوت کار میکنند. (They hate loud noise. They always work in silence.)
چرا آنها در سکوت کار میکنند؟ (Why do they work in silence?)
The passage explains 'آنها از صدای بلند متنفر هستند. همیشه در سکوت کار میکنند.'
The passage explains 'آنها از صدای بلند متنفر هستند. همیشه در سکوت کار میکنند.'
او از دروغگویی متنفر ___.
The sentence is in the present tense, so 'است' (is) is the correct verb.
من از ریاکاری ___ هستم.
The sentence expresses dislike for hypocrisy, so 'متنفر' (hateful/disgusted) is the appropriate adjective.
چرا از این غذا ___ هستی؟
The question asks about disliking a food, making 'متنفر' (hateful/disgusted) the correct choice.
او از بی عدالتی ___ می شود.
The sentence implies a strong negative reaction to injustice, so 'متنفر' (hateful/disgusted) is the most fitting word.
ما از جنگ و خشونت ___ هستیم.
The sentence expresses a strong aversion to war and violence, making 'متنفر' (hateful/disgusted) the correct option.
آیا شما از هوای سرد ___ هستید؟
The question asks if someone dislikes cold weather, so 'متنفر' (hateful/disgusted) completes the sentence correctly.
Which of these words is a synonym for متنفر (motenafer)?
The word متنفر (motenafer) means 'hateful' or 'detesting.' Among the given options, the word itself is the correct synonym.
Complete the sentence: او از دروغ گفتن ______ است.
The sentence means 'He/She is _____ of lying.' The word متنفر (motenafer) meaning 'hateful' fits best to express dislike for lying.
Which sentence correctly uses متنفر (motenafer)?
The word متنفر (motenafer) expresses strong dislike or hatred. Therefore, 'He/She hates cats' is the correct usage.
If someone is متنفر (motenafer) from something, they like it a lot.
The word متنفر (motenafer) means feeling intense dislike or hatred, not liking something a lot.
You can use متنفر (motenafer) to describe someone who has a strong aversion to something.
Yes, متنفر (motenafer) is used to describe someone who feels intense dislike or hatred, which is a strong aversion.
The sentence 'من از هوای سرد متنفرم' (Man az havaye sard motenaferam) means 'I love cold weather.'
The sentence 'من از هوای سرد متنفرم' (Man az havaye sard motenaferam) actually means 'I hate cold weather,' not 'I love cold weather.'
Which of the following best describes someone who is «متنفر»?
«متنفر» means feeling intense dislike or hatred.
If someone is «متنفر» از دروغگویی (from lying), what is their likely reaction to a dishonest person?
Being «متنفر» from lying means they intensely dislike dishonesty.
Choose the sentence where «متنفر» is used correctly:
This sentence correctly uses «متنفر» to express a strong aversion that leads to action against injustice.
If someone is «متنفر» from something, it means they have a neutral feeling towards it.
«متنفر» implies a strong negative feeling, not a neutral one.
Expressing that you are «متنفر» از چیزی (from something) indicates a significant dislike.
«متنفر» signifies intense dislike or hatred.
You can be «متنفر» from an abstract concept like 'war' or 'lies'.
«متنفر» can be directed towards people, objects, or abstract concepts.
Despite repeated reconciliation efforts, he still hated the idea of collaborating with his former business partner and rejected all offers.
His reaction to the news of his ex-wife's remarriage was nothing but a hateful gaze and a meaningful silence.
She deeply hates social injustices and discrimination and always strives to be the voice of the oppressed.
Read this aloud:
چرا اینقدر از دروغ متنفر هستی؟
Focus: چرا اینقدر از دروغ متَنَفِر هستی؟
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Read this aloud:
آیا شما هم از خیانت متنفر هستید؟
Focus: آیا شما هم از خیانت متَنَفِر هستید؟
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Read this aloud:
او از ریاکاری متنفر است و همیشه حقیقت را بیان میکند.
Focus: او از ریاکاری متَنَفِر است و همیشه حقیقت را بیان میکند.
你说的：
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This sentence means, 'Be disgusted by the pretense of friendship from those who hate you behind your back.' The correct order emphasizes the act of being disgusted by fake friends.
This sentence translates to, 'He hated lying so much that he couldn't even tolerate irony.' The structure highlights the intensity of his hatred for dishonesty.
This sentence means, 'Society hates oppression and injustice and seeks justice.' The order clearly states society's aversion to injustice and its pursuit of justice.
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例句
او از دروغ و خیانت متنفر است.
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عاشق
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عاشق بودن
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عاشق شدن
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عاشقانه
B1Lovingly, romantically; in a loving or romantic way.
عاطفه
A2Affection, emotion, sentiment.
اعتقاد
A2A strong belief or faith.
اعتماد
A2Trust, confidence, reliance.
اعتماد کردن
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عجب
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عجول
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