Souvenirs & Gifts

in chande?

How much is this?

Use this simple form when pointing at an item in a market.

gheymate in chande?

What is the price of this?

A standard, clear way to ask for the price.

inja chi khube?

What's good here?

A relaxed way to ask for recommendations, good for markets or small shops.

mitunid ye chizi pishnahad konid?

Can you recommend something?

More polite; great for speaking to staff in nicer stores.

ye kado baraye dustam mikham.

I want a present for my friend.

Kado is the common everyday word for a present.

man yek hediye baraye dustam mikham.

I want a gift for my friend.

Hediye is slightly more formal but still very common in spoken Persian.

soghate marufe inja chiye?

What is the famous souvenir here?

Use this to find out what the region is most famous for.

ye chize jaleb baraye bache ha darid?

Do you have something interesting for children?

A natural way to ask if they carry items suitable for kids.

in kare daste?

Is this handmade?

Handmade crafts are popular souvenirs; use this to check authenticity.

hamino mibaram.

I'll take this one.

Literally I am taking this very one, used when making your final choice.

lotfan in ro kado konid.

Please gift wrap this.

A direct but perfectly standard way to ask for wrapping.

mitunid ino kado konid?

Can you gift wrap this?

A polite question asking if they offer gift wrapping service.