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==Introduction==
== Lesson 2: Introducing yourself and others ==
 
Welcome to the second lesson of the "Complete 0 to A1 Iranian Persian Course". In this lesson, we will learn how to introduce ourselves and others, and to ask about names and professions. Proper introductions are an important part of Persian culture, and they can help you establish a good first impression and build relationships with people. We will also learn some interesting facts about Persian names and naming practices.


In this lesson, you will learn how to introduce yourself and others in Iranian Persian. Introductions are an important part of any conversation and can help you establish connections with new people. You will also learn how to ask about names and professions, which are common questions when meeting someone for the first time. Let's get started!


<span link>Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Iranian-persian/Vocabulary/School|School]] & [[Language/Iranian-persian/Vocabulary/People-with-positive-qualities|People with positive qualities]].</span>
=== Vocabulary ===
==Vocabulary==


Let's start by learning some basic vocabulary for introducing ourselves and others:
First, let's learn some basic vocabulary related to introductions:


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! Iranian Persian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Iranian Persian !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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| سلام || salam || Hello
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| خوش آمدید || khosh amadid || Welcome
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| من || man || I
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| تو || to || You
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| سلام || salam || Hello
| او || u || He/She
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| خداحافظ || khodaa haafez || Goodbye
| ما || ma || We
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| من || man || I (me)  
| شما || shoma || You (formal)
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| تو/شما || to/shomaa || You (singular/informal/plural/formal)
| آنها || anha || They
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|-
| او/اون || u/oon || He/She (pronouns are gender-neutral in Persian)
| نام || nam || Name
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|-
| اسم || esm || Name
| فامیل || famil || Surname
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| حرفه || harefe || Profession  
| حرفه || harefe || Profession
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| دانشجو || daneshjoo || Student
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| معلم || moallem || Teacher
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| پزشک || pezeshk || Doctor
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| مهندس || mohandes || Engineer
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Here are some useful phrases that you can use when introducing yourself or others:
=== Introducing Yourself ===
 
When introducing yourself in Iranian Persian, you can say "من" (man) followed by your name. For example, if your name is Ali, you would say "من علی هستم" (man Ali hastam), which means "I am Ali."
 
You can also include your profession when introducing yourself. For example, if you are a teacher, you would say "من علی معلم هستم" (man Ali moallem hastam), which means "I am Ali, a teacher."
 
Let's practice some examples:
 
* من سارا هستم. (Man Sara hastam.) - I am Sara.
* من امیر حسین هستم. (Man Amir Hossein hastam.) - I am Amir Hossein.
* من مهسا معلم هستم. (Man Mahsa moallem hastam.) - I am Mahsa, a teacher.
 
=== Introducing Others ===
 
To introduce someone else, you can use the phrase "او" (u) followed by their name. For example, if you want to introduce your friend Ali, you would say "او علی است" (u Ali ast), which means "He is Ali."
 
You can also include their profession when introducing them. For example, if Ali is a doctor, you would say "او علی دکتر است" (u Ali doctor ast), which means "He is Ali, a doctor."
 
Let's practice some examples:
 
* او مریم است. (U Maryam ast.) - She is Maryam.
* او رضا مهندس است. (U Reza mohandes ast.) - He is Reza, an engineer.
* او محمد حسین دانشجو است. (U Mohammad Hossein daneshjoo ast.) - He is Mohammad Hossein, a student.
 
=== Asking About Names ===
 
When asking someone's name in Iranian Persian, you can say "نامتان چیست؟" (nametan chist?), which means "What is your name?"


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To ask someone's surname, you can say "فامیلتان چیست؟" (familetan chist?), which means "What is your surname?"
<li>من … هستم. (Man … hastam) / I am … (name).</li>
<li>من … هستم. حرفه‌ام … است. (Man … hastam. Harefeyeam … ast.) / I am … (name). My profession is … .</li>
<li>این … است. (In … ast) / This is … .</li>
<li>آیا اسم شما چیست؟ (Aayaa esm-e shomaa chist?) / What's your name?</li>
<li>اسم شما چیست؟ (Esm-e shomaa chist?) / What's your name?</li>
<li>لطفاً خودتان را معرفی کنید. (Lotfan khodetoon ra mo'arrefi konid) / Please introduce yourself.</li>
</ul>


==Cultural insights==
Let's practice some examples:


In Persian culture, names are very important and often have significant meanings associated with them. Many Persian names are derived from Arabic, Persian or ancient Zoroastrian vocabulary and have religious or cultural significance. Iranians are also proud of their family names and attach great importance to their family's genealogy.
* نامتان چیست؟ (Nametan chist?) - What is your name?
* فامیلتان چیست؟ (Familetan chist?) - What is your surname?


It is customary to address people using their first name followed by their title, such as "Mohammad Agha" (Mr. Mohammad) or "Maryam Khanoom" (Ms. Maryam). Addressing someone by their first name alone may be considered too informal or impolite, especially in formal or public settings.
=== Asking About Professions ===


Professions and occupations are also an important aspect of Persian identity and social status. It is common to ask about people's professions as a way of showing interest and respect. In Iran, there are many professions that are traditionally associated with certain regions or communities, such as carpet weaving in Kashan or music in Kerman.
To ask someone's profession in Iranian Persian, you can say "حرفه‌تان چیست؟" (harefetan chist?), which means "What is your profession?"


==Exercise: Introducing ourselves==
Let's practice some examples:


Now let's practice introducing ourselves in Persian. Choose a Persian name and a profession or hobby that you like, and use the vocabulary and phrases we learned to create a short introduction.
* حرفه‌تان چیست؟ (Harefetan chist?) - What is your profession?
* شغل شما چیست؟ (Shoghl-e shoma chist?) - What is your occupation?


For example: "من سارا هستم. حرفه‌ام معلم است." (Man Sara hastam. Harefeyeam malem ast.) / I am Sara. My profession is teaching.
=== Cultural Tips ===


==Exercise: Introducing others==
- In Iranian Persian culture, it is common to address people by their first names, even in formal settings. However, in more conservative or professional environments, using titles and last names may be more appropriate.


Now let's practice introducing others in Persian. Imagine that you are introducing your friend to someone else. Use the vocabulary and phrases we learned to create a short introduction.  
- Iranians value politeness and respect when interacting with others. When meeting someone for the first time, it is customary to greet them with a warm smile and a handshake.


For example: "این علی است. حرفه‌اش دانشجوی پزشکی است." (In Ali ast. Harefeash daaneshjoo-ye pezeshki ast.) / This is Ali. His profession is medical student.
- Iranians often inquire about a person's health and well-being as a way of showing concern and empathy. It is common to ask "حال شما خوب است؟" (hal-e shoma khoob ast?), which means "Are you well?"


==Conclusion==
- When introducing yourself or others, it is polite to wait for your turn to speak and not interrupt others. This shows respect and consideration for the person speaking.


Congratulations! You have learned how to introduce yourself and others in Persian, as well as some interesting cultural insights about Persian names and professions. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary, and you will soon be able to make conversations with Persian speakers!
=== Practice ===


==Sources==
Now it's time to practice what you have learned. Use the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson to introduce yourself and others. You can practice with a friend, a family member, or even by speaking to yourself in front of a mirror. The more you practice, the more confident you will become in using these greetings and introductions.
<ul>
<li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Persian_name">Persian name - Wikipedia</a></li>
<li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_culture#Communication">Iranian culture - Wikipedia</a></li>
</ul>


=== Conclusion ===
In this lesson, you learned how to introduce yourself and others in Iranian Persian. You also learned how to ask about names and professions. Practice these phrases and vocabulary regularly to improve your conversational skills. In the next lesson, we will continue to build on these skills by learning how to talk about daily routines. Stay motivated and keep up the good work!


<span link>Now that you've completed this lesson, don't stop learning! Check out these related topics: [[Language/Iranian-persian/Vocabulary/Trees|Trees]] & [[Language/Iranian-persian/Vocabulary/At-the-Beach|At the Beach]].</span>
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Iranian Persian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Unit 1: Basic greetings and introductions → Lesson 2: Introducing yourself and others

Lesson 2: Introducing yourself and others

In this lesson, you will learn how to introduce yourself and others in Iranian Persian. Introductions are an important part of any conversation and can help you establish connections with new people. You will also learn how to ask about names and professions, which are common questions when meeting someone for the first time. Let's get started!

Vocabulary

First, let's learn some basic vocabulary related to introductions:

Iranian Persian Pronunciation English Translation
سلام salam Hello
خوش آمدید khosh amadid Welcome
من man I
تو to You
او u He/She
ما ma We
شما shoma You (formal)
آنها anha They
نام nam Name
فامیل famil Surname
حرفه harefe Profession
دانشجو daneshjoo Student
معلم moallem Teacher
پزشک pezeshk Doctor
مهندس mohandes Engineer

Introducing Yourself

When introducing yourself in Iranian Persian, you can say "من" (man) followed by your name. For example, if your name is Ali, you would say "من علی هستم" (man Ali hastam), which means "I am Ali."

You can also include your profession when introducing yourself. For example, if you are a teacher, you would say "من علی معلم هستم" (man Ali moallem hastam), which means "I am Ali, a teacher."

Let's practice some examples:

  • من سارا هستم. (Man Sara hastam.) - I am Sara.
  • من امیر حسین هستم. (Man Amir Hossein hastam.) - I am Amir Hossein.
  • من مهسا معلم هستم. (Man Mahsa moallem hastam.) - I am Mahsa, a teacher.

Introducing Others

To introduce someone else, you can use the phrase "او" (u) followed by their name. For example, if you want to introduce your friend Ali, you would say "او علی است" (u Ali ast), which means "He is Ali."

You can also include their profession when introducing them. For example, if Ali is a doctor, you would say "او علی دکتر است" (u Ali doctor ast), which means "He is Ali, a doctor."

Let's practice some examples:

  • او مریم است. (U Maryam ast.) - She is Maryam.
  • او رضا مهندس است. (U Reza mohandes ast.) - He is Reza, an engineer.
  • او محمد حسین دانشجو است. (U Mohammad Hossein daneshjoo ast.) - He is Mohammad Hossein, a student.

Asking About Names

When asking someone's name in Iranian Persian, you can say "نامتان چیست؟" (nametan chist?), which means "What is your name?"

To ask someone's surname, you can say "فامیلتان چیست؟" (familetan chist?), which means "What is your surname?"

Let's practice some examples:

  • نامتان چیست؟ (Nametan chist?) - What is your name?
  • فامیلتان چیست؟ (Familetan chist?) - What is your surname?

Asking About Professions

To ask someone's profession in Iranian Persian, you can say "حرفه‌تان چیست؟" (harefetan chist?), which means "What is your profession?"

Let's practice some examples:

  • حرفه‌تان چیست؟ (Harefetan chist?) - What is your profession?
  • شغل شما چیست؟ (Shoghl-e shoma chist?) - What is your occupation?

Cultural Tips

- In Iranian Persian culture, it is common to address people by their first names, even in formal settings. However, in more conservative or professional environments, using titles and last names may be more appropriate.

- Iranians value politeness and respect when interacting with others. When meeting someone for the first time, it is customary to greet them with a warm smile and a handshake.

- Iranians often inquire about a person's health and well-being as a way of showing concern and empathy. It is common to ask "حال شما خوب است؟" (hal-e shoma khoob ast?), which means "Are you well?"

- When introducing yourself or others, it is polite to wait for your turn to speak and not interrupt others. This shows respect and consideration for the person speaking.

Practice

Now it's time to practice what you have learned. Use the vocabulary and phrases from this lesson to introduce yourself and others. You can practice with a friend, a family member, or even by speaking to yourself in front of a mirror. The more you practice, the more confident you will become in using these greetings and introductions.

Conclusion

In this lesson, you learned how to introduce yourself and others in Iranian Persian. You also learned how to ask about names and professions. Practice these phrases and vocabulary regularly to improve your conversational skills. In the next lesson, we will continue to build on these skills by learning how to talk about daily routines. Stay motivated and keep up the good work!

Table of Contents - Iranian Persian Course - 0 to A1


Unit 1: Basic greetings and introductions


Unit 2: Sentence structure and basic verb conjugation


Unit 3: Talking about daily routines


Unit 4: Object pronouns and possessive pronouns


Unit 5: Persian culture and customs


Unit 6: Food and drink


Unit 7: Past tense and regular verbs conjugation


Unit 8: Persian literature and arts


Unit 9: Travel and transportation


Unit 10: Imperative mood, infinitives and complex sentences


Unit 11: Persian history and geography


Unit 12: Leisure and entertainment



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