گدا (Gedā)
What does گدا (Gedā) mean? گدا (Gedā) is a Farsi (Persian) moderate that translates to “beggar, cheapskate, moocher” in English.
Literal Translation
beggar
Meaning & Usage
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"beggar, cheapskate, moocher"
Calling someone a beggar — implying they're cheap, desperate, and without dignity. In a culture where generosity is a core virtue (Iranian hospitality is famous), being called 'gedā' attacks one of the most valued social qualities. It can mean literally poor but more often means stingy, mooching, or lacking self-respect.
Examples in the Wild
'Gedā, har dafeh man bāyad hesāb konam?' — cheapskate, should I pay every time? 'Mesle gedā-hā raft-ār mikoneh' — he behaves like a beggar.