Persian
UK: ˈpɜː.ʒən | US: ˈpɜːr.ʒən
n. A native or inhabitant of Persia (modern-day Iran).
n. The Persian language (Farsi).
adj. Relating to Persia, its people, or its language.
The word Persian traces back to the Greek Persis, derived from Old Persian Pārsa, the name of the dominant ethnic group in ancient Persia. The suffix -ian (via Latin -ianus) was added in English to form demonyms. Over time, Persian evolved to describe the people, language, and culture of Persia, retaining its geographic and linguistic roots despite the region’s modern name change to Iran.
The Persian Empire was one of the largest in ancient history.
She studies Persian literature at university.
Persian carpets are renowned for their intricate designs.
He speaks fluent Persian and Arabic.
The restaurant serves authentic Persian cuisine.