Persian language
/pərˈʒɑːn ˈleɪndʒwɪdʒ/ · per.si.an lan.gu.age
noun
- A member of the Indo-European language family, spoken in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. The Persian language is known for its poetic and musical qualities.
- The official language of Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. Persian is the primary language used in government, education, and media in these countries.
- A language spoken by the ancient Persians, known for its use of cuneiform script. The Old Persian language was used for inscriptions and official documents in the Achaemenid Empire.
Did you know? The Persian language has a rich literary tradition, with famous poets such as Rumi and Hafez contributing to its rich cultural heritage.