Persian · Nature & Environment

زمستان

zemestān

Winter

Beginnernoun

Definition

The cold season — opened by Yaldā, its longest night.

Example

زمستان‌های تبریز سرد است.

Tabriz winters are cold.

Etymology

The term 'زمستان' (zemestān) is derived from Middle Persian 'zamestān,' meaning 'winter', maintaining its connection to the cold season.

How & Where It’s Used

'زمستان' (zemestān) is commonly found in both spoken and written forms, typically in discussions about seasonal changes and climate.

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