Persian · Food & Drink
انار
anār
Pomegranate
Beginnernoun
Definition
The ruby fruit of Persian poetry, eaten on Yaldā night.
Example
شب یلدا انار میخوریم.
On Yalda night we eat pomegranate.
Etymology
'انار' (anār) comes from the Middle Persian 'anar', referring to the pomegranate that has played a vital role in Persian art, literature, and agriculture.
How & Where It’s Used
'انار' is commonly used in various contexts, including informal spoken language and formal writing, celebrating its richness in both culinary and symbolic terms.
Literary Heritage
It appears in many Persian poems and proverbs, symbolizing abundance and prosperity.