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How do you say please in Farsi?

There are a few ways to say "please" in Farsi, depending on the context and level of formality:

Formal:

* لطفا (lotfan): This is the most common and polite way to say "please". It is used in most situations, both written and spoken.

Informal:

* خواهشاً (khowaeshan): This is a less formal way to say "please" and is commonly used among friends and family.

* خواهش می کنم (khowaeshe mikonam): This translates to "I beg you" and is a very polite way to say "please". It's often used in situations where you are asking for a big favor or are particularly grateful for something.

Other phrases with "please":

* می‌شه... لطفا؟ (mishe... lotfan?): This means "Could you... please?" and is used when asking someone to do something for you.

* لطفاً... (lotfan...): You can also use "lotfan" after a request, like "Open the door, please".

It's important to note:

* The more formal the situation, the more likely you are to use "lotfan".

* In casual conversation, "khowaeshan" or "khowaeshe mikonam" are more common.

Remember, the best way to learn how to use "please" in Farsi is to practice and listen to native speakers!

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