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Pronunciation guide for taarof
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of taarof with real speech in context.
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- Real speech example
- The language of being human
(In Farsi: I'd like to translate the idea of "taarof.")
- Definition summary
- The intricate Persian system of etiquette and good manners, emphasising extreme deference, humility, and respect, especially in politely declining to do something (quote a price on something one is selling, eat more food, etc) so that another person can talk one into it.
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How to pronounce taarof
The language of being human
(In Farsi: I'd like to translate the idea of "taarof.")
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “taarof”
Meaning
- [Noun]
- The intricate Persian system of etiquette and good manners, emphasising extreme deference, humility, and respect, especially in politely declining to do something (quote a price on something one is selling, eat more food, etc) so that another person can talk one into it.
- A cultural communication style of indirect competitive flattery, generally of Middle Eastern origin.
Practice Nearby Words
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