Persian · Common Verbs
رفتن
raftan
To go
Beginnerverb
Definition
To go — miravam, I go; boro, go!
Example
به بازار میروم.
I am going to the bazaar.
Etymology
The verb 'رفتن' (raftan), which means 'to go', has its roots in Old Persian and is linked to the Proto-Indo-European root 'gʰer-', meaning 'to grasp' or 'to take'. Over time, it evolved into a fundamental verb in the Persian lexicon.
How & Where It’s Used
'رفتن' is a versatile verb used in both informal and formal settings in everyday speech and writing. Its usage is consistent across different regions of Iran, serving as a basic action word in various social contexts.