Persian · Food & Drink
berenj
Rice (uncooked)
Rice grain — cooked it becomes polo or chelo, crowned with crispy tahdig.
برنج ایرانی معطر است.
Iranian rice is fragrant.
The term 'برنج' (berenj) likely originates from the Sanskrit word 'वृहि' (vṛhi), which means rice, revealing the long history of rice cultivation and its significance in Persian culture.
'برنج' is widely used in spoken and written language, often associated with meals and culinary contexts. It is a staple food item and often discussed informally among family and friends.