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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.

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:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Table of Contents - Dari Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Pronouns and Verbs

• Personal Pronouns
• Basic Verb Conjugation

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-20
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Articles

• Noun Gender and Plurals
• Definite and Indefinite Articles

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Describing People and Things
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Adverbs

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Food and Dining

• Common Food Items
• Eating Out

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Basic Prepositions
• Conjunctions

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Dari-speaking Countries and Traditions

• Afghanistan and Iran
• Holidays and Celebrations

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel-related Vocabulary

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Questions and Negations

• Asking Questions
• Negation

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Weather and Seasons

• Weather Vocabulary
• Seasons

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Past and Future Tenses

• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Dari Literature and Media

• Famous Dari Writers
• Dari Media

Sources

• Dari Phrases
• Learn the 30 most important words in Dari!

Other Lessons

• Express Surprise
• Food
• Seasons
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Animals
• Fruits
• Resources
• Colors
• Basic Greetings
• Telling Time

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