Iranian Translations (Direct)
A phrase that directly translates to "snake poison."
Zahre mar
As the host of a dinner party or gathering, it is your job to constantly do this to everyone.
Tarof
This stew is made primarily with walnuts and pomegranates.
This Iranian is a prominent journalist and the Chief International Anchor for CNN.
Christiane Amanpour
This Iranian singer has sometimes been called 'Queen of Persian pop.'
Googoosh
An endearing statement that directly translates to "I want to eat your liver."
Jigareto bokhoram
What do you call your family friends?
Amoo or Khaleh
Which fruit is traditionally eaten for Shabe Yalda?
Pomegranate
This Iranian is a NASA astronaut and the mission commander for SpaceX Crew-7.
Jasmin Moghbeli
What province is Persepolis in?
Fars Province
This phrase directly translates to "with salt" or "salty" and is used to describe someone with charm.
Ba namak
What is a gift that is equivalent (in the minds of Iranians) to Gold? Hint: Iran produces a lot of it.
Saffron
What meal is traditionally eaten on Nowruz?
Sabzi polo ba mahi
This Iranian is the CEO of Uber- and also spoke for IAPN!
Dara Khosrowshahi
Iran's official currency is the ____.
Rial
This Persian phrase means you were tricked, but directly translates to "they put a hat on my head."
Saram kola gozashtan
After sharing a meal with someone at a restaurant, it is your duty as an Iranian to do this.
Fight over the bill (tarof)
What traditional dish is made with sheep head?
Kale Pache 🤢
Representative Stephanie Bice
This 'revolution' in Iran that started in 1963 consisted of a series of vast reforms and modernization efforts.
The White Revolution
This phrase is used to let someone know you have their back but directly translates to "I have your weather."
Havato Daram
Your _____ calls you _____ (same word).
Baba
Total trade in agri-food goods between the EU and Iran amounted to €__ billion in 2020.
4.5 (4-5 is correct)
This Iranian is the owner of the fashion brand, Cult Gaia.
Jasmin Larian
List three ethnic groups in Iran.
Persian, Azeri, Kurd, Lur, Baloch, Arab, Turkmen, etc.