Persian · Common Verbs
خریدن
kharidan
To buy
Beginnerverb
Definition
To purchase — kharid, shopping, is the noun.
Example
از بازار سوغاتی خریدم.
I bought souvenirs from the bazaar.
Etymology
The verb 'خریدن' (kharidan), meaning 'to buy', originates from Old Persian and aligns with similar concepts in the Indo-European language family, emphasizing trade and commerce as fundamental social interactions.
How & Where It’s Used
'خریدن' is frequently used in both informal and formal settings, primarily in conversations involving purchases or transactions, relevant across various regions of Iran.