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  1. Persians - Wikipedia

    They have a common cultural system and are native speakers of the Persian language. [6][7][8] In the Western world, "Persian" was largely understood as a demonym for all Iranians rather than as an …

  2. Persian | People, Language & Religion | Britannica

    5 days ago · Persian, predominant ethnic group of Iran (formerly known as Persia). Although of diverse ancestry, the Persian people are united by their language, Persian (Farsi), which belongs to the Indo …

  3. Iranian vs Persian: What's the Difference? - ThoughtCo

    Jul 26, 2024 · Iranian refers to nationality, while Persian relates specifically to a certain ethnic group in Iran. After the 1979 revolution, 'Iranian' became more common for political contexts, while 'Persian' is …

  4. Persian (Farsi) language and alphabet - Omniglot

    Persian is a member of the Western Iranian branch of the Indo-European language family. It is spoken by about 130 million people, mainly in Iran, Afghanistan and Tajikistan, and also in Uzbekistan, Iraq, …

  5. History of PersianPersian Languages and Literature at UCSB

    The history of the Persian language is divided into three eras: Old Persian (ca. 525 BC- 300 BC), Middle Persian (c. 300 BC- 800 AD), and Modern Persian (800 AD to the present day).

  6. Persians - Wikiwand

    Persians, or the Persian people, are an Iranian ethnic group from West Asia. They are indigenous to the Iranian plateau and comprise the majority of the populat...

  7. Persian Ethnicity People and Language | Destination Iran

    Feb 25, 2025 · The Persian ethnicity is the major ethnic group in Iran. Learn more about its origin, historical significance, religious history, and global contributions.

  8. Persian – The Languages

    Persian, also known as Farsi, is an Indo-European language predominantly spoken in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan, with significant speakers in diaspora communities worldwide.

  9. Persian language - Wikipedia

    Iranian Persian (Persian, Western Persian, or Farsi) is spoken in Iran, and by minorities in Iraq and the Persian Gulf states. Eastern Persian (Dari Persian, Afghan Persian, or Dari) is spoken in Afghanistan.

  10. Persian language | History, Countries, & Facts | Britannica

    Nov 21, 2025 · Persian language, also called Farsi, member of the Iranian branch of the Indo-Iranian language family. It is the official language of Iran, and two varieties of Persian known as Dari and …