How do you say hi in Iran?

The Persian word “Salam” means “Hello”.
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What is Salam in Persian?

سلام Salam is a salutation meaning "hello" in Persian that can be used at any time of the day, anywhere and by anyone.
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How do I say thank you in Iran?

Iran is no different. In Persian, “Thank you” is تشکر می‌کنم Tashakkor Mikonam. The first word, Tashakkor تشکر ,means “thanks.” After this comes Mikonam می‌کنم , meaning “I do thank you.”
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How do Iranians answer the phone?

To answer the phone

Usually, Iranians answer the phone with alo?, but if you know who's on the other end of the line and it's someone you're particularly close to (like your mom or any loved one) you can answer with jânam or joonam (my soul) instead.
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What is not allowed in Iran?

Homosexual behaviour, adultery and sex outside of marriage are illegal under Iranian law and can carry the death penalty. See our information and advice page for the LGBT community before you travel. Women's magazines and DVDs or videos depicting sexual relations are forbidden. There are occasional clampdowns.
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What does Mama Joon mean?

As for the restaurant's name, the word Maman means “mom" and the word Joon means “soul, spirit of life." Used in a modern day to mean “dear", as a gesture of close kinship and hospitality. So all together Maman Joon, means DEAR MOM!
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What do you call your Persian girlfriend?

1. aziz-am. This is one of the most common Persian terms of endearment, and simply means 'my dear. ' You'll hear Iranians say this all the time, whether to lovers, friends, or family alike, and even to people they're not very close to.
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What does Eshgham mean?

Eshgham means “my love” and is another term of affection that can be romantic or not.
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Do they say merci in Iran?

Say "merci" (mərsɪ).

This term may seem like it's French, and it is, but it's actually quite commonly used in Persian as well! Merci is written as مرسی in the Persian alphabet. While it's not originally Persian and you may be confused on why you'd use French, the word is quite useful, especially in Iran.
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How do you say goodbye in Iranian?

Ghorbunet [beram]

But it's just so universally used, including to say goodbye.
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What is your name in Persian?

شما اهل اینجا هستید؟
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What is Hello Iraq?

In recent years, it's especially common to greet a stranger or mostly a friend with “Halo” (هلو), which differs slightly from the English pronunciation of hello. Other religiously neutral greetings in Arabic include “Marhaba” (Hello), “Haleh” (Welcome), and “Shlonich?” (How are you?).
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What is considered rude in Iran?

When someone offers something to you (e.g. tea, sweets), refuse it initially out of politeness before accepting. It is rude to put your feet on the table. Burping and sniffing in front of others is considered rude. One should not touch people of the opposite gender unless they are very close family or friends.
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What does Fadat besham mean?

4. Fadat besham (فدات بشم) The ultimate expression of affection, this phrase means “I am willing to sacrifice myself for you.” Use this expression the next time someone says something super adorable that makes your heart melt.
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What does JigarAm mean?

jigar is the informal form of the word JEGAR witch means liver. in Farsi it is some how similar to heart in English (symbol of being alive). JigarAm means my liver. you can use it when you are so so close to some one and if you use it in formal situations it could be considered as a villain uncivilized behavior.
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Is Persian romantic?

Persian is one of the oldest Indo-European languages in the world. It's soft-sounding, romantic and full of passion.
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Is Persian the most beautiful language?

Persian is a soft, poetic language and it has been described as one of the most beautiful language's in the world.
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How do you say my love in Afghanistan?

The verb “to love” in Dari is دوست داشتن Dost Daashtan. This verb can be used for both male and female the same way without undergoing any changes. The sentence, “I love you” in Dari is دوستت دارم Dostat daaram.
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What does Janam mean in Persian?

Joonam is another extremely common term of endearment, and perhaps a little more fun to say, because even the act of saying it causes your lips to pucker as if getting prepared for a kiss. Joon is the word for life or soul. Because Persians are prone to drama and exaggeration, this terms is also used quite liberally.
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What does Jan mean in Arabic?

Jan (Persian: جان, pron.: Jaan) is the Persian word for soul. [Pashtun]. It is also a honourable name in afgan(pashto) It is also used as a diminutive suffix attached to names and titles, and in this case it means "[my] dear".
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What is Persian Tarof?

Taarof is the customary back-and-forth of polite gestures and cultural pleasantries used when giving and receiving gifts, food, money, and more. Considered an art form by some, proper use can amaze a Persian audience at best and offend them at worst.
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