As the new year approaches, it’s the perfect time to learn how to say “Happy New Year” in different languages. In this guide, we will explore how to express this sentiment in Dari, also known as Afghan Persian. We’ll cover both formal and informal ways to greet someone on this festive occasion and provide you with regional variations that you might come across. So, let’s dive into the rich language and culture of Dari and discover how to wish someone a Happy New Year!
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1. Formal Greetings:
In formal settings or when addressing people with respect, you can use the following phrases to convey your wishes for a Happy New Year.
a. سال نو مبارک باشه (sal-e nu mobarak bash-e)
This is the most common phrase used to wish someone a Happy New Year in a formal context. It can be loosely translated as “May the new year be blessed.”
Example:
محمد، سال نو مبارک باشه! (Mohammad, sal-e nu mobarak bash-e!)
Mohammad, Happy New Year!
Note: In Dari, it is customary to address someone by their name followed by a comma before expressing your wishes.
2. Informal Greetings:
If you are greeting friends, family, or people you share a close relationship with, you can use more informal phrases to wish them a Happy New Year.
a. سال نوتون مبارک (sal-e noton mobarak)
This phrase is commonly used in informal situations and can be interpreted as “Happy New Year to you!” It is a warm and personal way to express your wishes.
Example:
مبارک، سال نوتون مبارک! (Mobarak, sal-e noton mobarak!)
Mubarak, Happy New Year to you!
3. Regional Variations:
Dari, as a language spoken in Afghanistan, has some regional variations in greetings. Here are a few examples:
a. نوروز مبارک (Nowruz Mubarak)
The term “Nowruz Mubarak” is used in some regions of Afghanistan to convey New Year greetings. “Nowruz” refers to the Persian New Year celebration, which is widely celebrated in various countries.
Example:
نبی، نوروز مبارک! (Nabi, Nowruz Mubarak!)
Nabi, Happy Nowruz!
b. سال نوتنه بخیر (sal-e nawtanah bkheyr)
In some parts of Afghanistan, such as Kunduz and Mazar-i-Sharif, people use the phrase “sal-e nawtanah bkheyr” to wish each other a Happy New Year. This phrase has a slightly different meaning: “May the new year be good for you.”
Example:
رحمان، سال نوتنه بخیر! (Rahman, sal-e nawtanah bkheyr!)
Rahman, Have a good New Year!
Conclusion:
Learning how to say “Happy New Year” in Dari allows you to connect with Afghan people and make them feel special during this festive season. By mastering both formal and informal greetings, you can tailor your wishes based on the context and the relationship you share with the recipient. Whether you say “سال نو مبارک باشه” (sal-e nu mobarak bash-e) or “سال نوتون مبارک” (sal-e noton mobarak), your warm wishes will surely be appreciated.
So, go ahead and spread joy by wishing your Dari-speaking friends and acquaintances a Happy New Year! سال نو مبارک باشه! (sal-e nu mobarak bash-e!)
