🇮🇷 Persian phrases

How to Say "Bless you" in Persian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
خدا رحمتش کند
"Bless you" in Persian · say it like khodaa rahmatash konad

The most natural way to say "Bless you" in Persian is خدا رحمتش کند. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

سلامتی
used informally among friends
عافیت باشد
a more formal way to wish someone well

When to use it

You can use this phrase when someone sneezes as a polite response. It expresses a wish for their health and well-being. It is commonly used in both casual and formal settings.

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Examples in Persian

PersianEnglish
علی عطسه کرد و من گفتم خدا رحمتش کند.Ali sneezed and I said bless you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with a direct translation of 'bless you' which may not convey the same cultural meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear خدا رحمتش کند, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Persian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a different phrase for sneezing in a religious context?

Yes, in a religious context, people might say 'رحمت خدا بر تو' which means 'God's mercy be upon you.'

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