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farsi

noun · adjective

Simple meaning

From or relating to Iran.

Pronunciation

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fahrsee

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈfɑɹsi

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Definition

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noun

  1. proscribed

    Synonym of Persian ("The Persian language").

  2. proscribedinformal

    Iranian Persian, as opposed to Dari (Afghan Persian) and Tajik (Tajik Persian).

adjective

  1. proscribed

    Persian

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

Word Aura™

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: (proscribed, informal) Iranian Persian, as opposed to Dari (Afghan Persian) and Tajik (Tajik Persian).

Farsi is a neutral language name commonly used for the form of Persian spoken mainly in Iran.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

Where it naturally appears

  • Everyday conversation
  • Academic writing

Usage note

In English writing, “Persian” is the usual name for the language as a whole; “Farsi” points to its Iranian form.

Nearby words

  • Persian , the broader traditional English name for the language
  • Dari , the variety spoken mainly in Afghanistan

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Synonyms

Sense: persian

persian

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