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In the beautiful tapestry of languages, introducing oneself is a fundamental thread that connects us all. Whether you're traveling to Afghanistan, making new friends, or simply expanding your horizons, knowing how to introduce yourself in Dari can open doors to meaningful conversations. This lesson will not only teach you the essential phrases you need but also the cultural significance behind them.
 
In this lesson, we will explore:
 
* Basic phrases for introducing yourself.
 
* How to ask for someone's name.
 
* Sharing personal information such as where you're from and what you do.
 
* Engaging in simple dialogues that can occur during introductions.
 
By the end of this lesson, you will feel confident in your ability to introduce yourself and engage in basic conversations in Dari.


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==Introduction==
=== Basic Phrases for Introducing Yourself ===
 
When introducing yourself in Dari, it’s important to remember the structure of the sentences. A typical introduction includes your name, where you are from, and perhaps what you do. Here are some useful phrases:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
 
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| من [نام] هستم || man [nām] hastam || I am [name]


Welcome to the lesson on Introducing Yourself in Dari! By the end of this lesson, you will know how to introduce yourself and ask for someone's name in Dari, as well as give and understand basic personal information.
|-


Introducing yourself and others is the foundation of any conversation, so it is essential to master this skill. In this lesson, we will not only learn the basics of introducing oneself, but also some cultural information and interesting facts related to greeting in Dari.
| من از [کشور] هستم || man az [keshvar] hastam || I am from [country]


Let's get started!
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| من [شغل] هستم || man [shogl] hastam || I am a [profession]


<span link>Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: [[Language/Dari/Vocabulary/Food|Food]] & [[Language/Dari/Vocabulary/Telling-Time|Telling Time]].</span>
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==Greeting in Dari==


Like in any other country, greeting in Afghanistan is an integral part of their culture, and there are many Dari greetings that you should be aware of. Mastering Dari greetings sets the stage for a successful conversation, whether it's a simple greeting on the street, a formal business meeting, or a warm conversation between friends.
| نام شما چیست؟ || nām-e shomā chist? || What is your name?


Here are the most common Dari greetings:
|-


===Assalamu alaikum (السلام علیکم)===
| خوشبختم! || khoshbakhtam! || Nice to meet you!
The most commonly used greeting in Dari is "Assalamu alaikum," which means "Peace be upon you." It's both formal and informal, and it can be used at any time of the day. The response to this greeting is "Wa alaikum assalam" (و علیکم السلام), which means "And upon you be peace."


===Salam (سلام)===
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Another common greeting in Dari is "Salam," which means "Hello" or "Goodbye" and is used in both casual and formal situations.


===Khair Mubarak (خیر مبارک)===
| از ملاقات شما خوشحالم. || az mulāqāt-e shomā khoshhālam. || I’m glad to meet you.
During Islamic religious festivals such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, people greet each other by saying "Khair Mubarak," which means "Have a blessed Eid."


===Tashakkur (تشکر)===
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People usually say "Tashakkur" to express gratitude, which means "Thank you." We will learn more about expressing gratitude in a later lesson.


===Jumma Mubarak (جمع مبارک)===
| چه خبر؟ || che khabar? || What's new?
"Jumma" means Friday, which is a blessed day in Islam. People greet each other by saying "Jumma Mubarak" on Fridays, which means "Blessed Friday."


===Introducing Yourself===
|-


Now that we know a little about Dari greetings let's learn how to introduce ourselves in Dari:
| اینجا چه می‌کنید؟ || injā che mikonid? || What are you doing here?
To introduce oneself in Dari, you can say:


===Man ______ hastam. (من ______ اِست). ===
|-
The first word "Man" means "I", followed by the name, profession, or nationality.


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| من در [شهر] زندگی می‌کنم. || man dar [shahr] zendegi mikonam. || I live in [city].


Here are some examples:
|-
 
| من [سن] سال دارم. || man [sen] sāl dāram. || I am [age] years old.
 
|}
 
These phrases form the backbone of a simple introduction in Dari. Practice them to get comfortable with the pronunciation.
 
=== Asking for Someone’s Name ===
 
Asking someone's name is a crucial part of introductions. Here are some variations you can use:


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{| class="wikitable"
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
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|-
| من محمد هستم‎ || Man Mohammad hastam || I am Mohammad.
 
| نام شما چیست؟ || nām-e shomā chist? || What is your name?
 
|-
|-
| من دانشجو هستم‎ || Man daneshjuo hastam || I am a student.
 
| نامت چیست؟ || nāmat chist? || What is your name? (informal)
 
|-
|-
| من افغانی هستم‎ || Man Afghanie hastam|| I am Afghan.
 
| شما کجا زندگی می‌کنید؟ || shomā kujā zendegi mikonid? || Where do you live?
 
|-
 
| می‌توانم نام شما را بدانم؟ || mitavānam nām-e shomā rā bedānam? || May I know your name?
 
|}
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To ask somebody's name, you can use the following phrase:
These questions will help you engage with others and show your interest in learning about them.
===Shoma esmek chi hast? (شما اسمتون چیه؟)===
This translates to "What is your name?"


===Basic Personal Information===
=== Basic Personal Information ===


After you have introduced yourself and asked for someone's name, you may want to ask or give some basic personal information. Let's look at some examples:
Now that you know how to introduce yourself, let's delve into how to share personal information. This can include your age, where you live, and what you do. Here are more phrases that can be used:


<h4>Asking for Someone's Profession and Nationality</h4>
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-


To ask about someone's profession, you can use the following phrases:
| من [سن] سال دارم. || man [sen] sāl dāram. || I am [age] years old.


===Shoghli-e shoma chiye? (شغل شما چیه؟)===
|-
This translates to "What is your profession?"


To ask about someone's nationality, you can use the following phrases:
| من در [شهر] زندگی می‌کنم. || man dar [shahr] zendegi mikonam. || I live in [city].


===Shoma az kodam mamlakah astid? (شما از کدام مملکت هستید؟)===
|-
This translates to "Which country are you from?"


Here are some examples:
| من [شغل] هستم. || man [shogl] hastam. || I am a [profession].
 
|-
 
| من علاقه‌مند به [موضوع] هستم. || man alāqemand be [mozu] hastam. || I am interested in [subject].
 
|-
 
| من به [زبان‌ها] صحبت می‌کنم. || man be [zabān-hā] sohbat mikonam. || I speak [languages].
 
|}
 
Use these sentences to give a more rounded picture of who you are during your introduction.
 
=== Example Dialogues ===
 
Let’s look at some dialogues that incorporate the phrases we have learned. This will help you understand how they flow in conversation.
 
==== Dialogue 1: Meeting Someone New ====


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{| class="wikitable"
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
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| سلام! نام من جان است. || salām! nām-e man Jān ast. || Hello! My name is John.
|-
|-
| شغل شما چیه؟‎ || Shoghli-e shoma chiye? || What is your profession?
 
| خوشبختم جان! من سارا هستم. || khoshbakhtam Jān! man Sārā hastam. || Nice to meet you, John! I am Sara.
 
|-
|-
| شما از کدام مملکت هستید؟‎ || Shoma az kodam mamlakah astid? || Which country are you from?
|}
<h4>Giving Your Phone Number and Email Address</h4>


To give your phone number in Dari, you can say the following:
| از کجا هستی، سارا؟ || az kujā hasti, Sārā? || Where are you from, Sara?


===Shomare-ye telephon-e man ______ ast. (شماره‌ی تلفنِ من ______ است.)===
|-
This translates to "My phone number is ______."


To give your email address, you can say the following:
| من از کابل هستم. || man az Kābul hastam. || I am from Kabul.


===Email-e man ______ ast.‎ (ایمیل من ______ است.)===
|}
This translates to "My email address is ______."


Here are some examples:
==== Dialogue 2: At a Gathering ====


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! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
! Dari !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| شماره‌ی تلفنِ من ______ است‎ || Shomare-ye telephon-e man ______ ast || My phone number is ______.
 
| سلام! شما کی هستید؟ || salām! shomā ki hastid? || Hello! Who are you?
 
|-
 
| من احمد هستم. || man Aḥmad hastam. || I am Ahmad.
 
|-
 
| خوشحالم از ملاقات شما. || khoshhālam az mulāqāt-e shomā. || I'm glad to meet you.
 
|-
 
| شما کجا زندگی می‌کنید؟ || shomā kujā zendegi mikonid? || Where do you live?
 
|-
|-
| ایمیل من ______ است‎ || Email-e man ______ ast || My email address is ______.  
 
| من در هرات زندگی می‌کنم. || man dar Herāt zendegi mikonam. || I live in Herat.
 
|}
|}
==Conclusion==


Congratulations! You have now learned how to introduce yourself and ask for someone's name in Dari, as well as give and understand basic personal information.  
These dialogues can be used as models for your own introductions.


Remember, Dari greetings are an essential part of the culture, and it's always good to greet people with a smile and a friendly "Assalamu alaikum." Keep practicing and using these words and phrases, and they will soon become second nature to you.
=== Practice Exercises ===


Coming up in the next lesson, we will learn about personal pronouns in Dari.
To reinforce what you've learned, here are some practice exercises. Try to complete them on your own first, and then check your answers.


Until then, Khuda Hafiz! (خدا حافظ)
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====


Complete the sentences with your own information.
1. من __________ هستم. (I am __________.)
2. من از __________ هستم. (I am from __________.)
3. من __________ سال دارم. (I am __________ years old.)
* '''Solutions:'''
1. Fill in with your name.
2. Fill in with your country.
3. Fill in with your age.
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Phrases ====
Translate the following phrases into Dari.
1. My name is Anna.
2. I live in New York.
3. I am a teacher.
* '''Solutions:'''
1. نام من آنا است.
2. من در نیویورک زندگی می‌کنم.
3. من معلم هستم.
==== Exercise 3: Role Play ====
Pair up with a partner and practice introducing yourselves using the phrases learned in this lesson.
* '''Solutions:'''
Each participant introduces themselves, asks questions, and responds. Rotate roles.
==== Exercise 4: Create Your Own Dialogue ====
Write a short dialogue similar to the examples above using your own information.
* '''Solutions:'''
Share your dialogue with a classmate for feedback.
==== Exercise 5: Listening Comprehension ====
Listen to a recording of someone introducing themselves in Dari and write down what you understand.
* '''Solutions:'''
Discuss your findings with a partner and compare notes.
=== Conclusion ===
Congratulations! You've taken your first steps into the world of Dari introductions. Remember, practice makes perfect. Engage with others, use these phrases, and don't hesitate to make mistakes – it's all part of the learning process. As you continue your journey through the Dari language, you'll find that these simple introductions can lead to deeper connections and understanding.


<span link>With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: [[Language/Dari/Vocabulary/Days-of-the-Week|Days of the Week]] & [[Language/Dari/Vocabulary/Eating-Out|Eating Out]].</span>
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==Sources==
* [http://mylanguages.org/dari_phrases.php Dari Phrases]
* [https://www.17-minute-world-languages.com/en/dari/ Learn the 30 most important words in Dari!]




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Dari → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Introducing Yourself

In the beautiful tapestry of languages, introducing oneself is a fundamental thread that connects us all. Whether you're traveling to Afghanistan, making new friends, or simply expanding your horizons, knowing how to introduce yourself in Dari can open doors to meaningful conversations. This lesson will not only teach you the essential phrases you need but also the cultural significance behind them.

In this lesson, we will explore:

  • Basic phrases for introducing yourself.
  • How to ask for someone's name.
  • Sharing personal information such as where you're from and what you do.
  • Engaging in simple dialogues that can occur during introductions.

By the end of this lesson, you will feel confident in your ability to introduce yourself and engage in basic conversations in Dari.

Basic Phrases for Introducing Yourself[edit | edit source]

When introducing yourself in Dari, it’s important to remember the structure of the sentences. A typical introduction includes your name, where you are from, and perhaps what you do. Here are some useful phrases:

Dari Pronunciation English
من [نام] هستم man [nām] hastam I am [name]
من از [کشور] هستم man az [keshvar] hastam I am from [country]
من [شغل] هستم man [shogl] hastam I am a [profession]
نام شما چیست؟ nām-e shomā chist? What is your name?
خوشبختم! khoshbakhtam! Nice to meet you!
از ملاقات شما خوشحالم. az mulāqāt-e shomā khoshhālam. I’m glad to meet you.
چه خبر؟ che khabar? What's new?
اینجا چه می‌کنید؟ injā che mikonid? What are you doing here?
من در [شهر] زندگی می‌کنم. man dar [shahr] zendegi mikonam. I live in [city].
من [سن] سال دارم. man [sen] sāl dāram. I am [age] years old.

These phrases form the backbone of a simple introduction in Dari. Practice them to get comfortable with the pronunciation.

Asking for Someone’s Name[edit | edit source]

Asking someone's name is a crucial part of introductions. Here are some variations you can use:

Dari Pronunciation English
نام شما چیست؟ nām-e shomā chist? What is your name?
نامت چیست؟ nāmat chist? What is your name? (informal)
شما کجا زندگی می‌کنید؟ shomā kujā zendegi mikonid? Where do you live?
می‌توانم نام شما را بدانم؟ mitavānam nām-e shomā rā bedānam? May I know your name?

These questions will help you engage with others and show your interest in learning about them.

Basic Personal Information[edit | edit source]

Now that you know how to introduce yourself, let's delve into how to share personal information. This can include your age, where you live, and what you do. Here are more phrases that can be used:

Dari Pronunciation English
من [سن] سال دارم. man [sen] sāl dāram. I am [age] years old.
من در [شهر] زندگی می‌کنم. man dar [shahr] zendegi mikonam. I live in [city].
من [شغل] هستم. man [shogl] hastam. I am a [profession].
من علاقه‌مند به [موضوع] هستم. man alāqemand be [mozu] hastam. I am interested in [subject].
من به [زبان‌ها] صحبت می‌کنم. man be [zabān-hā] sohbat mikonam. I speak [languages].

Use these sentences to give a more rounded picture of who you are during your introduction.

Example Dialogues[edit | edit source]

Let’s look at some dialogues that incorporate the phrases we have learned. This will help you understand how they flow in conversation.

Dialogue 1: Meeting Someone New[edit | edit source]

Dari Pronunciation English
سلام! نام من جان است. salām! nām-e man Jān ast. Hello! My name is John.
خوشبختم جان! من سارا هستم. khoshbakhtam Jān! man Sārā hastam. Nice to meet you, John! I am Sara.
از کجا هستی، سارا؟ az kujā hasti, Sārā? Where are you from, Sara?
من از کابل هستم. man az Kābul hastam. I am from Kabul.

Dialogue 2: At a Gathering[edit | edit source]

Dari Pronunciation English
سلام! شما کی هستید؟ salām! shomā ki hastid? Hello! Who are you?
من احمد هستم. man Aḥmad hastam. I am Ahmad.
خوشحالم از ملاقات شما. khoshhālam az mulāqāt-e shomā. I'm glad to meet you.
شما کجا زندگی می‌کنید؟ shomā kujā zendegi mikonid? Where do you live?
من در هرات زندگی می‌کنم. man dar Herāt zendegi mikonam. I live in Herat.

These dialogues can be used as models for your own introductions.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

To reinforce what you've learned, here are some practice exercises. Try to complete them on your own first, and then check your answers.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with your own information.

1. من __________ هستم. (I am __________.)

2. من از __________ هستم. (I am from __________.)

3. من __________ سال دارم. (I am __________ years old.)

  • Solutions:

1. Fill in with your name.

2. Fill in with your country.

3. Fill in with your age.

Exercise 2: Translate the Phrases[edit | edit source]

Translate the following phrases into Dari.

1. My name is Anna.

2. I live in New York.

3. I am a teacher.

  • Solutions:

1. نام من آنا است.

2. من در نیویورک زندگی می‌کنم.

3. من معلم هستم.

Exercise 3: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a partner and practice introducing yourselves using the phrases learned in this lesson.

  • Solutions:

Each participant introduces themselves, asks questions, and responds. Rotate roles.

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue similar to the examples above using your own information.

  • Solutions:

Share your dialogue with a classmate for feedback.

Exercise 5: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

Listen to a recording of someone introducing themselves in Dari and write down what you understand.

  • Solutions:

Discuss your findings with a partner and compare notes.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You've taken your first steps into the world of Dari introductions. Remember, practice makes perfect. Engage with others, use these phrases, and don't hesitate to make mistakes – it's all part of the learning process. As you continue your journey through the Dari language, you'll find that these simple introductions can lead to deeper connections and understanding.

Table of Contents - Dari Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Greetings and Introductions


Pronouns and Verbs


Numbers and Time


Nouns and Articles


Family and Relationships


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Dari-speaking Countries and Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Questions and Negations


Weather and Seasons


Past and Future Tenses


Dari Literature and Media

Videos[edit | edit source]

Learn Dari - Lesson 4 (Greetings and Introductions) - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learning Dari - Lesson 1: Introduction - YouTube[edit | edit source]



Sources[edit | edit source]


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]




◀️ Basic Greetings — Previous Lesson Next Lesson — Personal Pronouns ▶️

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