Persian · Greetings & Phrases
تعارف
ta'ārof
Taarof (ritual politeness)
Advancednoun
Definition
The famous Persian dance of courtesy — offering, declining, insisting — that shapes every exchange.
Example
تعارف نکن، راحت باش!
Don't stand on ceremony, be comfortable!
Etymology
'تعارف' (ta'ārof) is a Persian term that refers to a complex system of politeness and social etiquette unique to Iranian culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'تعارف' is used in both spoken and written contexts, primarily in formal social interactions, reflecting cultural norms of politeness.