Here's why and what you can say instead:
* Shalom is a Hebrew word meaning "peace," "well-being," or "goodbye." It's used as both a greeting and a farewell.
* Farsi (Persian) has a similar concept of "peace" but uses different words depending on the context.
Here are some options for saying "Shalom" in Farsi, depending on the situation:
Greetings:
* Salam (سلام): This is the most common greeting in Farsi, meaning "peace." It can be used for both hello and goodbye.
* Salamati (سلامتی): This means "health" and is a friendly greeting expressing well-being.
Farewells:
* Khodahafez (خداحافظ): This is the most common goodbye in Farsi, meaning "God protect you."
* Be khoobi (به خوبی): This means "well-being" and is a warm farewell wishing someone well.
You can also use "Shukran" (شکران), which means "thank you," as a way to express gratitude and bid farewell.
Remember that context is key when choosing the right word. If you're unsure, it's always best to err on the side of caution and use a more general greeting or farewell.