Language/Iranian-persian/Vocabulary/Lesson-2:-Introducing-yourself-and-others
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will learn how to introduce ourselves and others in Iranian Persian. Being able to greet and introduce oneself is an essential skill when learning a new language, as it allows you to establish connections and engage in basic conversations. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently introduce yourself and ask others about their names and professions. So let's get started!
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Before we dive into the lesson, let's familiarize ourselves with some important vocabulary words and phrases related to introducing oneself and others. Memorizing these words will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Iranian Persian. Take your time to practice their pronunciation and meanings.
Greetings[edit | edit source]
Iranian Persian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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سلام | Salam | Hello |
خوش آمدید | Khosh amadid | Welcome |
صبح بخیر | Sobh bekheir | Good morning |
عصر بخیر | Asr bekheir | Good afternoon |
شب بخیر | Shab bekheir | Good evening |
خداحافظ | Khoda hafez | Goodbye |
Personal Pronouns[edit | edit source]
Personal pronouns are used to refer to oneself or others in a conversation. They play an important role when introducing oneself or addressing someone by their name. Here are the personal pronouns in Iranian Persian:
Iranian Persian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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من | Man | I |
تو | To | You (singular) |
او | Oo | He/She |
ما | Ma | We |
شما | Shoma | You (plural) |
آنها | Anha | They |
Names[edit | edit source]
When introducing oneself or others, it is essential to know how to ask for and provide names. Here are some useful phrases:
Iranian Persian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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نام شما چیست؟ | Nam-e shoma chist? | What is your name? |
نام من <your name> است. | Nam-e man <your name> ast. | My name is <your name>. |
او <his/her name> است. | Oo <his/her name> ast. | His/Her name is <his/her name>. |
این آقا/خانم <his/her name> است. | In agha/khanom <his/her name> ast. | This is Mr./Ms. <his/her name>. |
Professions[edit | edit source]
Knowing how to ask about someone's profession or occupation is an important part of introducing oneself or others. Here are some common professions in Iranian Persian:
Iranian Persian | Pronunciation | English Translation |
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دانشجو | Daneshjoo | Student |
معلم | Moallem | Teacher |
پزشک | Pezeshk | Doctor |
مهندس | Mohandes | Engineer |
وکیل | Vakil | Lawyer |
خبرنگار | Khabarnegar | Journalist |
هنرمند | Honarmand | Artist |
بازیگر | Bazigar | Actor/Actress |
کارمند | Karmand | Employee |
کارگر | Kargar | Worker |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Now that we have learned some essential vocabulary, let's practice using it in a dialogue. In this dialogue, Sara introduces herself to Ali and asks him about his name and profession.
Sara: سلام، من سارا هستم. شما چه نامی دارید؟ (Salam, man Sara hastam. Shoma che nami darid?) Hello, my name is Sara. What is your name?
Ali: سلام، من علی هستم. من مهندس هستم. شما چه کار میکنید؟ (Salam, man Ali hastam. Man mohandes hastam. Shoma che kar mikonid?) Hello, my name is Ali. I am an engineer. What do you do?
Sara: من دانشجو هستم. در رشته روانشناسی تحصیل میکنم. (Man daneshjoo hastam. Dar reshte ravanshenasi tahsil mikonam.) I am a student. I am studying psychology.
Ali: خیلی عالی است. بهترین شغل است. موفق باشید! (Kheili ali ast. Behtarin shoghl ast. Movaffagh bashid!) That's great. It's the best profession. Good luck!
Grammar Point: Asking Questions[edit | edit source]
In the dialogue above, we used question words to ask about someone's name and profession. Question words are essential in forming questions in Iranian Persian. Here are some common question words:
- چه (che) - What
- چه کسی (che kasi) - Who
- چرا (chera) - Why
- کی (ki) - When
- کجا (koja) - Where
- چطور (chetor) - How
- چند (chand) - How many
To form a question, simply place the question word at the beginning of the sentence. For example:
- چه کار میکنید؟ (Che kar mikonid?) - What do you do?
- کی میآید؟ (Ki miayad?) - When is he/she coming?
- چند سال دارید؟ (Chand sal darid?) - How old are you?
Practice[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to practice what you have learned. Use the vocabulary and grammar discussed in this lesson to introduce yourself and ask others about their names and professions. Here are some suggested questions to get you started:
- سلام، من <your name> هستم. شما چه نامی دارید؟
(Salam, man <your name> hastam. Shoma che nami darid?) Hello, my name is <your name>. What is your name?
- سلام، من <your name> هستم. من <your profession> هستم. شما چه کار میکنید؟
(Salam, man <your name> hastam. Man <your profession> hastam. Shoma che kar mikonid?) Hello, my name is <your name>. I am a <your profession>. What do you do?
- من <your name> هستم. من <your profession> هستم. چطور میتوانم به شما کمک کنم؟
(Man <your name> hastam. Man <your profession> hastam. Chetor mitavanam be shoma komak konam?) I am <your name>. I am a <your profession>. How can I help you?
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have completed Lesson 2 of the "Complete 0 to A1 Iranian Persian Course." In this lesson, you have learned how to introduce yourself and others, and to ask about names and professions. Practice using the vocabulary and grammar points covered in this lesson to enhance your conversational skills. In the next lesson, we will continue to build on what we have learned so far by exploring sentence structure and basic verb conjugation. Keep up the good work!
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Reptiles
- Say Yes
- Negative feelings
- Christmas
- Pharmacy
- Phrases to sound educated
- Doctor or Dentist
- Count from 1 to 10
- Martial Arts
- Idiomatic Expressions
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