Persian · Common Verbs
آمدن
āmadan
To come
Beginnerverb
Definition
To come toward the speaker; biā — come!
Example
فردا به خانهی ما بیا.
Come to our house tomorrow.
Etymology
The verb 'آمدن' (āmadan), meaning 'to come', comes from Old Persian, reflecting similar Indo-European roots connected to movement or arrival. It is a fundamental verb that forms the basis of many expressions related to arrival or attendance in Persian.
How & Where It’s Used
'آمدن' is utilized widely in both spoken and written forms, appearing in everyday conversation and formal writing. The term is commonly found in literary contexts across all Iranian regions, indicating different forms of arrival.