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جنگ

jang

War

Intermediatenoun

Definition

War — a word heavy with the memory of the Iran-Iraq War.

Example

صلح بهتر از جنگ است.

Peace is better than war.

Etymology

'جنگ' (jang) stems from Old Persian and has consistently referenced conflict or war throughout history, with traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to struggle.

How & Where It’s Used

'جنگ' is used in both formal and informal contexts, relevant in discussions of history, politics, and social issues, easily understood across different regions.

Literary Heritage

The concept of war is explored in many Persian literary works, such as the Shahnameh, often symbolizing the clash between good and evil.

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