Update Date: July 14, 2024
The letter Ch in Farsi “چ” is the 7th letter in the Farsi alphabet. It is called “che” and is used in many Persian words. In this post, you will learn how to write and pronounce the letter “چ”.
The shape of “چ” is easy to recognize. It looks like a small hook with three dots below it. When writing, you start from the top, make a small curve, and add the three dots underneath. Pronouncing letter Ch in Farsi is simple. It sounds like “ch” in the English words “cheese” or “chair”. Practice saying “che” to get comfortable with the sound.
In this post, we will show you step-by-step how to write “چ” in different positions within words: at the beginning, in the middle, and at the end. You will also see examples of common Persian words that use the letter “چ.”
Keep reading to master the letter “چ” and improve your Farsi skills. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refresh your knowledge, this guide will help you understand and use “چ” confidently.
Types of Ch in Farsi
Letter Ch in Farsi is pronounced che and, based on its position, takes two shapes, including:
- چـ
- چ
In the following parts we will explain each one in detail.
Letter Ch in Farsi- چـ
The shape چـ is the initial and medial form of the Persian letter چ (ch). This form is used when چ appears at the beginning or in the middle of a word. It can connect to the letters before and after it, making it versatile in forming words. For example, in چاپ (chāp, meaning “print”) and چپ (chap, meaning “left”), the چـ is joined with the following letters. Learning this shape is essential for reading and writing Persian words correctly.
Letter Ch in Farsi- چ
The letter چ ch in Farsi is unique. It is the Persian equivalent of the English “ch” sound, as in “chip.” This letter can connect to the letters before it but never to those that follow, meaning it always takes the final position in a word. For example, in the words پِچ پِچ (whisper), the letter چ appears at the end of each letter, showing its inability to join with the next letter. In this video you can letter the letter ch with a native Persian teacher:
Practice Time
Are you ready to practice whatever you have learned in this article? Let’s go through it:
…………..:چـ
………….:چ
………:چاپ
………..:چپ
………:پِچ پِچ
Master Letter Ch in Farsi
Congratulations on completing the lesson on the letter چ (Ch) in the Farsi alphabet! You’ve now learned how to write and pronounce this important letter, which sounds like “ch” in “chess.” Understanding the unique shape and usage of چ in various word positions is a great step forward in mastering the Persian script.
Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep writing and pronouncing words with چ to strengthen your skills. The more you practice, the more confident you’ll become in reading and writing Farsi.
This lesson is part of a series designed to help you learn the Persian alphabet. We invite you to explore our other free lessons to master all the letters. Each lesson builds on the previous one, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the Farsi language.
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