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波斯
Proper nounBōsī
Description
波斯是伊朗以前的名字，是一个很古老的国家。
波斯 is the former name of Iran, an ancient country.
我们常常听到波斯地毯和波斯猫。
We often hear about Persian carpets and Persian cats.
Meanings
波斯Bōsī
Persia; the historical name for Iran
波斯以前是很大的帝国。
Persia used to be a large empire.
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Notes
- Etymology
transcription of "Persia"; 波 (bō) and 斯 (sī) used for their sounds.
- Nuance
refers to old Persia/Iran and its culture, like 波斯地毯 (Persian carpet).
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