Irán (en. Iran)

/iˈɾan/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Sovereign state in Asia, formerly known as Persia.
Iran has a rich cultural history.
Irán tiene una rica historia cultural.
Nation that is part of the Middle Eastern region.
The diplomatic relations between Iran and other countries are complex.
Las relaciones diplomáticas entre Irán y otros países son complejas.
Country famous for its geographical and cultural diversity.
Art and literature in Iran are highly regarded.
El arte y la literatura en Irán son muy apreciados.

Etymology

The name Iran comes from the ancient Persian 'Aryānām', which means 'land of the Aryans'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The Iranian Revolution
Refers to the events of 1979 that led to the fall of the Shah and the establishment of the Islamic Republic.
La Revolución Iraní
Persian culture
Refers to the traditions and customs of the ancient Persian Empire that still endure in Iran.
Cultura persa
Iran's nuclear program
Refers to the nuclear program that has been the subject of international controversy.
Nuclear de Irán

Related Words

Persian
Related to the culture, language, or peoples of Persia.
persa
Tehran
Capital of Iran.
Teherán
Islamism
Political and religious movement that has influenced Iran's policies.
islamismo

Slang Meanings

Irano
In some contexts, 'irano' is used to refer to something that is peculiar to Iran.
En algunos contextos, se usa 'irano' para referirse a algo que es peculiar de Irán.
Yankees of the East
Iran is sometimes jokingly referred to as the 'Yankees of the East' due to comparisons with the United States.
A veces se menciona a Irán como los 'yankees de Oriente' en tono de broma debido a las comparaciones con Estados Unidos.