Learn Farsi (Iranian Persian)
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Many people want to learn Iranian Persian, also known as Farsi, to connect with Iranian culture, prepare for travel to Iran, or talk with Farsi-speaking friends and family. But finding structured lessons that focus on real conversation can be difficult.
uTalk is the solution. We'll help you avoid:
- Struggling with the Persian alphabet and grammar when you just want to speak to people
- Relying on random YouTube videos and courses with no clear progression
- Mispronouncing words and phrases because you don't know how native Iranian speakers really speak
Learn to speak Persian today, and open the door to one of the world's richest cultures.
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Three Steps to Learn Farsi Fast
No teacher required. No complicated grammar. Just a simple path forward.
Start in minutes
Subscribe now, download the app, or visit our website. Choose Persian and select your first category.
Get StartedPractise real phrases
Learn through short lessons with native speaker audio and memory-boosting games. Reviews focus on the words you get wrong, so you can improve faster.
Speak like a local
Use your new Persian in conversation. Both beginners and more experienced learners can build practical spoken language skills and enjoy meaningful connections within Iranian culture.
Why uTalk is the Best Persian Learning App
uTalk teaches you how to speak and understand Farsi with practical, bite-sized lessons that are app-based and ready whenever you are.
Speak first
Focus on conversation and speaking before worrying about the Persian alphabet or Perso-Arabic script. It's perfect for beginners.
Authentic speakers
Learn Standard Persian by listening to authentic native speakers from Tehran, not computer voices. Every word you hear brings you closer to Iranian culture.
Beginner friendly, fun and effective
Master greetings, family words, travel phrases and everyday vocabulary through fun, game-based practice that helps you talk with confidence.
Learn Persian Online Today – Common phrases and audio
uTalk helps you learn how to speak and recognise key words and phrases. It's app-based, online and ready when you are.
لطفاَ یک قهوه به من بدید.
lotfan yek ghahve be man bedid.
I’d like a coffee, please.
سلام.
salām.
Hello.
آره.
āre.
Yes.
آره، ممنون.
āre, mamnun.
Yes please.
نه.
na.
No.
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نه، متشکرم.
na, motshakeram.
No thanks.
لطفا
lotfan
Please.
متشکرم.
motshakeram.
Thank you.
متشکرم.
motshakeram.
Thank you very much.
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خواهش می کنم.
khāhesh mikonam.
You’re welcome.
اتوبوس
otobus
bus
ماشین
māshin
car
تاکسی
tāksi
taxi
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قطار
ghatār
train
ایستگاه راه آهن
istgāhe rāh āhan
railway station
فرودگاه
forudgāh
airport
هتل
hotel
hotel
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گذرنامه
gozar nāme
passport
تلفن
telefon
telephone
ببخشید.
bebakhshid.
Excuse me.
ساعت چنده؟
sā'at chande?
What time is it?
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ممکنه لطفاً تکرار کنید؟
momkene lotfan tekrār konid?
Can you repeat that please?
لطفاً آرامتر صحبت کنید.
lotfan ārāmtar sohbat konid.
Please speak more slowly.
متوجه نمیشم.
motevajeh nemisham.
I don’t understand.
ببخشید.
bebakhshid.
Sorry.
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دستشویی کجاست؟
dast shuyi kojāst?
Where are the toilets?
دستشویی زنانه
dast shuyi zanāne
Ladies’ Toilet
دستشویی مردانه
dast shuyi mardāne
Gents’ Toilet
ساحل کجاست؟
sāhel kojāst?
Where is the beach?
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بانک کجاست؟
bānk kojāst?
Where is the bank?
قیمتش چنده؟
gheymatesh chande?
How much does this cost?
کارت اعتباری
kārte 'etebāri
credit card
خودپرداز
khod pardāz
cash machine
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خداحافظ.
khodāhāfez.
Goodbye.
استامینوفن
estāminifon
paracetamol
کلیدها
kelidhā
keys
نقشه
naghshehā
map
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چپ
chap
left
راست
rāst
right
یک
yek
one
دو
do
two
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سه
seh
three
Where is it spoken?
Iran
Number of speakers
55,000,000
Language family
Indo-European
Indo-Iranian
Iranian
Fun facts | Persian
- Persian is one of the few Indo-European languages - along with English - to lack gender. The same word is even used for 'he' and 'she'.
- 'I’m begging you' in Persian is 'my hand to your skirt'.
- When Persians see an extremely cute baby, they say, 'May a mouse eat you!'
- The term 'checkmate', used in chess, comes from Persian: 'shâh mât' literally means 'the King is dead'.
How our Persian lessons work
Learning the Persian language shouldn't be confusing. Your first lesson begins with essential greetings and high-frequency words. Then, when you're ready, you can move on to useful categories such as family, numbers and travel phrases. The short, engaging lessons are designed for beginners or students at intermediate level. You'll listen to native Iranian speakers and then test yourself to strengthen your memory. The focus is always on speaking and understanding real conversation, no matter where you are in your language learning journey.
Pick a category, and the app will guide you through the content in a logical order to ensure you make quick progress. The app automatically defaults to the language of your device, or you can choose from one of 140+ other languages. Work online or offline on any device, and switch categories whenever you like to suit your goals. If you need help, contact our friendly London-based team. We're here to answer your questions and help you join thousands of learners who've started speaking Persian with uTalk.
Persian vs. Farsi vs. Dari
Here’s a quick breakdown on the differences between the Persian, Farsi and Dari languages.
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Key points
- Persian is the formal name for a group of closely related and largely mutually intelligible varieties spoken by over 110 million people across Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and diaspora communities worldwide. It belongs to the Iranian branch of the Indo-European language family.
- In Iran, people call their language Farsi, which is simply the Persian word for Persian. In English, the language is traditionally known as Persian. They refer to the same language.
- Dari is the variety of Persian spoken in Afghanistan. It shares its grammar and roots with Iranian Persian, but its vocabulary and pronunciation has been influenced by Pashto.
- Tajiki is the variety of Persian spoken in Tajikistan. It's written in Cyrillic script rather than the Persian alphabet and is influenced by Russian vocabulary.
- uTalk teaches Standard Persian from Iran, so it's the contemporary Persian spoken in Tehran and understood across Iran.
Persian and languages from the region
- Persian is the dominant language of Iran, and it's also one of the major languages of the wider Persian-speaking world. Learning it provides a connection to Iranian culture, literature and millions of speakers across Central and Western Asia.
- Kurdish and Tajiki are also part of the Iranian language family. Kurdish is spoken in parts of Iran, Iraq, Turkey and Syria. Tajiki, as we've mentioned, is Persian spoken in Tajikistan, written in Cyrillic script.
- If you're interested in the region, uTalk also offers Kurmanji Kurdish, Sorani Kurdish, Dari, Pashto and Tajiki, so you can explore multiple languages from Iran and its neighbouring countries. Check our website to see our complete list.
“We make learning Persian simple”
"Trying to find quality resources for Persian can be frustrating when most apps and courses focus on major Western languages. At uTalk, we recorded Iranian Persian because we believe every language matters. We also understand that students need practical conversation skills, so we worked with native speakers from Tehran to help you learn the language as it's really spoken."
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uTalk Founder
Why learners trust uTalk
Our content is recorded by native speakers, and we support over 150 languages, including minority and regional varieties. The app is suitable for English speakers and for speakers of more than 140 other languages. Thousands of learners worldwide use uTalk courses, so check out our reviews to see how students turn practice into real progress with contemporary Iranian Persian and beyond.
Your Journey to Learn the Persian Language
If you'd like to explore Iranian culture, connect with Farsi-speaking family or prepare for travel to Iran, then you may struggle to find structured lessons that focus on speaking. But it doesn't have to be so frustrating.
Get StarteduTalk can help. Choose a category to start your first lesson, or begin with essential words such as سلام (salām) and متشکرم (motshakeram). Build practical vocabulary for real-life situations by listening to native speakers from Iran, recording yourself and comparing your pronunciation with theirs. Games make practice enjoyable for beginners, but our content is useful for anyone who is looking to improve their conversation skills. Learn online or offline, following a guided pathway or exploring the topics at your own pace. Help is available whenever you need it.
The outcome is clear. You'll speak Persian with growing confidence. You'll understand more in conversation. You'll use your skills with friends, family, colleagues or travellers. Learning Persian with uTalk fits around your life, wherever you are.
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Explore the Iranian language family
Persian belongs to the Iranian branch of the Indo-European language family, which connects it to a network of languages spoken from the Middle East to Central Asia. If you're curious to compare vocabulary, grammar or pronunciation patterns across the family, check out Dari, Kurdish (Kurmanji), Kurdish (Sorani), Pashto and Tajiki.
These languages share historical roots and sometimes have similar words or sounds, so cross-learning can feel natural once you start exploring. Use our website to find information on all the languages we offer.
Get StartedYour Persian questions, answered
Do you offer live online classes or is it just an app?
uTalk is an app and online language learning software. Lessons are digital, short and practical. If you want a tutor, the app still helps you prepare for class and review between sessions.
Can I start as a beginner?
Yes. The course begins with basic greetings and everyday words and phrases and takes you to an A1-A2 level on the CEFR scale. Some of our topics even cover material you’d learn as you grow your skills to B1 or B2.
What application languages do you support? Can I learn without English?
Yes. uTalk works for speakers of more than 140 languages. Choose the one that suits you in Settings.
How is content selected and ordered?
Topics are based on real life situations. You can select any category and the app suggests a smart learning order for beginners. You can change it at any time.
How does uTalk compare with YouTube lessons?
YouTube can be useful, but it’s hard to check pronunciation or get structured reviews. uTalk gives you native speaker audio, games that test tricky words more often and a clear path from basic to practical use.
Do I need to learn the Persian alphabet to speak Farsi?
No. uTalk focuses on speaking and listening. You'll learn practical conversation and vocabulary without needing to read or write the Perso-Arabic script. Many learners find this approach less intimidating and a more immediately useful starting point.
Is Persian the same as Farsi?
Yes. Farsi is the Persian word for Persian. In Iran, people call their language Farsi, while internationally, it's often called a variant of Persian. They're the same language. uTalk teaches Standard Persian from Iran.
What's the difference between Iranian Persian and Dari?
Iranian Persian and Dari (also called Afghanistan Persian) share the same grammar and roots. Dari is spoken in Afghanistan and has vocabulary influenced by Pashto. Iranian Persian, taught in uTalk, is contemporary Persian based on the Tehran dialect and widely understood across Iran and among Persian speakers worldwide.
How long does it take to learn to speak Persian?
Many learners handle basic conversations and introduce themselves in Persian after a few weeks of consistent practice. Short, regular sessions work best. Your progress depends on how often you practise and review. The app adapts to help you learn more quickly, focusing on vocabulary and phrases you find challenging.
Can I learn Persian for free with uTalk?
Getting started with uTalk is easy, and you can cancel whenever you want. We want you to love uTalk, so we even offer a 28-Day Money Back Guarantee if you're not satisfied. Click to register and start your subscription today.
Where can I learn Persian with uTalk?
We’re available on iOS, Android, web, Mac and PC. Get started now and you’ll be directed to download uTalk for your device.
Topics
- First Words
- Transport
- Restaurant
- Food and Drink
- Cooking
- Places
- Directions
- Illness
- Doctor
- Body
- Emergencies
- Social Phrases
- Leisure
- Likes and Dislikes
- Football Match Abroad
- Football Commentary
- Sports
- Shopping Words
- Fruit
- Vegetables
- Clothes
- Ingredients
- Home
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Tools
- Family
- Occupations
- Animals
- Animals' Bodies
- Farming
- Technology
- School
- Business
- Numbers up to Twenty
- Numbers up to Ten Million
- Essential Phrases
- Adjectives
- Prepositions
- Colours
- Countries
- Calendar
- Time
- Timetable
- Outdoors
- Holiday
- Skiing
- Camping
- Golf
- Sailing
- Driving
- Olympics
- Summer Olympics
- Winter Olympics
- Military Commands
- Military Peace Keeping
- Military Intelligence
- Accommodation
- Shopping Phrases
- Travelling
- Free Starter Words
- Disaster Relief - Volunteers
- Natural Disasters
Get by with basic greetings, words and phrases including 'hello', 'thank you' and 'I'd like a coffee please'.