Persian · Nature & Environment

کوه

kuh

Mountain

Beginnernoun

Definition

A mountain — Damāvand, Iran's mythic peak, rises over Tehran.

Example

دماوند بلندترین کوه ایران است.

Damavand is Iran's highest mountain.

Etymology

The word 'کوه' (kuh) traces back to Middle Persian 'kuh,' meaning 'mountain,' and has been consistent in its meaning through the centuries.

How & Where It’s Used

'کوه' (kuh) is used in both formal and informal settings, primarily in written texts, discussions about nature, or geographic contexts. It is universally recognized across Persian-speaking regions.

Literary Heritage

Commonly referenced in Persian poetry such as in the works of poets like Khayyam and Saadi.

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