Persian · Nature & Environment

کویر

kavir

Desert

Intermediatenoun

Definition

The desert — central Iran's starlit salt plains.

Example

شب‌های کویر بی‌نظیرند.

Desert nights are matchless.

Etymology

The word 'کویر' (kavir) comes from Middle Persian 'kābir,' meaning 'desert,' a term reflecting the arid landscapes of Iran.

How & Where It’s Used

'کویر' (kavir) is predominantly used in written contexts when discussing geographical aspects of deserts, but may also appear in spoken discourse.

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