Essential Persian Words and Phrases for Your Trip to Iran
Learn to Speak Persian before Traveling to Iran
During your trip to Iran, you will find out that the Iranians are amiable people, and it is so exciting to communicate with them. Also, on some occasions, you may need to speak Persian (Farsi) to the locals to address your basic needs as a traveler. Hence, it would be helpful and exciting to learn the essential Persian words and phrases for your trip to Iran and use them to communicate with Iranian natives.
In this blog, we have prepared a list of essential Persian words and phrases for different occasions with their English meanings and pronunciation in Farsi. On your trip to Iran, you will hear these words in the daily conversation and even respond and see the locals’ reactions.
Notably, the Persian language is an Indo-European language. Its alphabet is similar to Arabic, more or less but a dramatically different language. It is written from left to right. Here we mention the Persian words in English letters to make it more simple to learn.
Finally, if you have any questions about traveling to Iran, do not hesitate to contact us.
Greetings in Persian
It is exciting to start your communication with locals in Farsi. Here is the list of essential phrases for greetings in Persian.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hello | Salaam | Good Morning | Sobh Bekheyr |
| Good Evening | Asr Bekheyr | Good Day | Rooz Bekheyr |
| Good Night | Shab Bekheyr | How are you? | Chetori? / Khoubi? |
| I'm fine, thank you | Khoobam, Merci | Nice to meet you | Khosh Vaghtam |
| Thank you | Merci / Mamnoon / Moteshakeram | Thanks a lot | Kheyli Mamnoon |
| You're welcome | Khaahesh Mikonam | What is your name? | Esme Shoma Chie? |
| My name is Sara | Esme man Sara Hast | Where are you from? | Ahl-e Kojaee? |
| I'm from Canada | Man Ahl-e Canada Hastam. | I can't speak Farsi | Farsi Balad Nistam |
| Have a nice day | Rooze Khoobi Dashteh Bashi | Welcome | Khosh Aamadid |
| Bye | Khodahafez / Khoda Negahdar |
Greetings in Persian Playlist
Greetings in Persian Playlist
Daily Persian Phrases
The below phrases are common in daily communications in all languages. They are used to asking essential questions, getting others’ attention, showing courtesy and politeness, etc.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Baleh | No | Na |
| I | Man | You | To |
| Man | Mard | Woman | Zan |
| Madam | Khaanoom | Sir | Agha |
| Spouse | Hamsar | Friend | Doost |
| Bad | Bad | Good | Khoob |
| Here you are | Befarmaayid | Excuse me / Sorry | Bebakhshid |
| Please | Lotfan | Don't worry | Negaraan Nabaash |
| Where's the bathroom? | Dastshooyi Kojast? | I don't understand | Nemifahmam |
| I understand | Mifahmam |
Daily Persian Phrases Playlist
Daily Persian Phrases Playlist
The WH Questions in the Persian Language
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| What? | Chi? | Who? | Ki? |
| Where? | Koja? | Why? | Cheraa? |
| When? | Kei? |
The WH Questions in the Persian Language Playlist
The WH Questions in the Persian Language Playlist
Helpful Persian Phrases at the Airport
What worries the travelers at the Iranian airport is finding their way, flight gate, luggage, etc. Although the signs at the airport are in Persian and English and the airport staff can speak English, knowing some essential Persian words and phrases ease navigating at the airport.
Here is a list of the most common Persian words used at the airport. Terminal/ Gate/ Passport/ Visa- same words in the Persian language.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal | Terminal | Gate | Gate |
| Passport | Passport | Visa | Visa |
| Airport | Foroodgah | Flight | Parvaaz |
| Ticket | Bilit | On-time | Be Mogheh |
| Delayed | Ba Takhir | Canceled | Cancel |
| Luggage / Baggage | Chamedaan | Hand luggage | Bar-e Dasti |
| Counter | Baajeh | Visa Counter | Baajeye Visa |
| Travel insurance counter | Baajeye Bimeh Mosaferatri | Boarding Pass | Kart-e Parvaz |
Helpful Persian Phrases at the Airport Playlist
Helpful Persian Phrases at the Airport Playlist
Essential Persian Phrases for Transportation and Finding Directions in Iran
Transportation and finding an address is the vital part of your Iran trip. So, seek help and ask the locals when you face a problem in Iran; Iranians are friendly and help you.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station | Istgah | Bus | Otobus |
| Metro | Metro | Taxi | Taxi |
| Supermarket | Supermarket | Hotel | Hotel |
| Bank | Bank | Park | Park |
| Bazaar | Bazaar | Bathroom | Dastshooii |
| Street | Khiaabaan | Alley | Koocheh |
| Museum | Moozeh | Money Exchange | Saraafi |
| Where is | Kojast | Where is the metro station? | Istgah-e Metro Kojast? |
| I'm Lost | Man Gom Shodam | Entrance | Voroodi |
| Exit | Khorooji | Right | Raast |
| Left | Chap | Straight | Mostaghim |
Essential Persian Phrases for Transportation and Finding Directions in Iran Playlist
Essential Persian Phrases for Transportation and Finding Directions in Iran Playlist
Farsi Phrases Used for Shopping in Iran
Shopping in the colorful Persian Bazaars and buying Iranian souvenirs is one of the most interesting Iran travel experiences. Also, shopping opens the doors to communication with local sellers.
When you know essential Farsi Phrases, shopping is more fun, and you can even bargain on the prices. Here is the list of Farsi phrases that can help you have a better shopping experience in Iran.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| How much is it? | In Chandeh? | It's expensive! | Gerooneh! |
| Give some discount | Takhfif bedid | Can I try it on? | Mitoonam in ro Bepoosham? |
| Can I taste it? | Mitoonam in ro Bechesham? | How much should I pay? | Cheghadr Bedam? |
Farsi Phrases Used for Shopping in Iran Playlist
Farsi Phrases Used for Shopping in Iran Playlist
Persian Numbers
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yek | 2 | Do |
| 3 | Seh | 4 | Chahar |
| 5 | Panj | 6 | shesh |
| 7 | Haft | 8 | Hasht |
| 9 | Noh | 10 | Dah |
| 20 | Bist | 30 | See |
| 40 | Chehel | 50 | Panjaah |
| 60 | Shast | 70 | Haftaad |
| 80 | Hashtaad | 90 | Navad |
| 100 | Sad | 1000 | Hezaar |
Persian Numbers Playlist
Persian Numbers Playlist
Essential Persian Words and Phrases at A Restaurant
Another fascinating Iran travel experience is trying the delicious and various Persian foods.
In this regard, it is exciting to order your food in a restaurant in Farsi. On the other hand, perhaps the waiter does not know English, so handling a simple conversation in Farsi is a bonus.
The following Essential Persian words and phrases are applicable when you want to eat out in Iran.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menu, Please | Meno, Lotfan | I would like | Man Mikhaam |
| Food | Ghaza | I am allergic to tea | Be Chai Hasaasiat Daram |
| Drink | Nooshidani | Water | Aab |
| Bread | Naan | Tea | Chai |
| Coffee | Ghahveh | Breakfast | Sobhaaneh |
| Lunch | Naahaar | Dinner | Shaam |
| Take out | Biroon Bar | I'm a vegetarian | Man Giaah khaaram |
| I don't eat | Man Nemikhoram | It was delicious | Khoshmazeh Bood |
| Bon appetite | Noosh-e Jan | Check, please | Soorat Hesaab, Lotfan |
Essential Persian Words and Phrases at A Restaurant Playlist
Essential Persian Words and Phrases at A Restaurant Playlist
Essential Persian Words and Phrases for Emergency and Medicals Situations
Emergency and medical conditions can occur anywhere during your trip; Even where there is no access to people who know English. In this case, you have two options: waiting until someone who knows English shows up, which is wasting time; Or trying to communicate with local people with simple Persian phrases and asking them for help.
Therefore, it is better to learn essential Persian words and phrases before traveling to Iran for emergency and medical situations. Take a look at the following list.
| English | Pronunciation in Farsi | English | Pronunciation in Farsi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Help | Komak | Accident | Tasaadof |
| Call an Ambulance | Be Aambolaans Zang Bezanid | Pain | Dard |
| Injury | Aasib | Wound | Zakhm |
| Vomit | Estefragh | I have a headache | Sar Dard Daaram |
| I have a stomachache | Del Dard Daaram | I feel nauseous | Haalat Tahavo Daram |
| I have diarrhea | Eshaal Daaram | I am constipated | Yooboosat Daaram |
| Sanitary pad | Navaar Behdaashti | I feel better | Behtaram |
Essential Persian Words and Phrases for Emergency and Medicals Situations Playlist
Essential Persian Words and Phrases for Emergency and Medicals Situations Playlist
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