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Persic

Persic

9.9
The language spoken in Persia, now called Iran, especially old forms
  • noun
translation icon : persa

Examples

  • She studied classical Persic to read ancient poetry in the original.

  • The manuscript was written in Persic and required translation for modern readers.

  • Many historical documents from the region are preserved in Persic.

  • He studied Persic literature in university.

  • Many ancient texts are written in Persic.

  • The classical literature in the Persic language has influenced many poets in the region.

  • Scholars often study the Persic texts to gain insights into ancient Persian culture.

  • Many of the historical documents are written in Persic, showcasing the richness of the language.

Synonyms

Persian language
vsPersic
1 4.3

The language people in Iran speak, often called Farsi

emphasizes classical and historical forms rather than modern usage
Persian
vsPersic
4.9

The language spoken in Iran, also called Farsi

focuses specifically on classical and historical forms rather than all stages

Surface Forms

Persic singular
Persics plural

Etymology

Persic can also mean the Persian language, especially its older or classical forms, and it shares the same root as Persian. So think of 'Persic' as the language of Persia, used in old poetry and books.