iranisch
Iranian
Relating to Iran, its people, its culture, or its language.
EXAMPLE
Die Ausstellung zeigt iranische Kunst aus dem 20. Jahrhundert.
The exhibition shows Iranian art from the 20th century.
iranisch
Iranian
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word formation
Adjectives that refer to countries are often formed with the ending '-isch' (-ian/-ic). 'Iranisch' (Iranian) is derived directly from the country name 'der Iran' (Iran).
EXAMPLE
Die iranische Wirtschaft ist stark vom Ölexport abhängig.
The Iranian economy is heavily dependent on oil exports.
Always written lowercase
Adjectives derived from geographical names and ending in '-isch' are always written in lowercase in German. This also applies when they appear at the beginning of a sentence.
EXAMPLE
Wir haben gestern einen sehr guten iranischen Film gesehen.
We saw a very good Iranian film yesterday.
Context: language
Although 'iranisch' (Iranian) can describe the languages of Iran, the more specific name 'Persisch' (Persian) or 'Farsi' is usually used for the country's main language.
EXAMPLE
Sie lernt Persisch, weil sie eine Reise in den Iran plant.
She is learning Persian because she is planning a trip to Iran.
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iranisch vs persisch
Persian
Both words can relate to present-day Iran and its culture. „Iranisch“ is the broader term for a connection with the country, its people, or its culture. „Persisch“ refers more specifically to the Persian language and the people and cultural tradition associated with it.
iranisch
Das iranische Kulturzentrum zeigt Kunst aus verschiedenen Regionen des Landes.
The Iranian cultural center displays art from various regions of the country.
persisch
Das persische Kulturzentrum bietet einen Kurs in persischer Sprache an.
The Persian cultural center offers a course in the Persian language.
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