دل

Definition

The heart of feeling — delam barāt tang shode, my heart has tightened for you: I miss you.

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Etymology

'دل' (del) derives from Middle Persian 'دل' (dil), with deep-rooted connections in expressing emotional and metaphorical concepts associated with the heart.

How & Where It’s Used

'دل' is used extensively in both formal and informal registers, primarily in spoken language, as it symbolizes emotions and sentiments.

Literary Heritage

A significant term in Persian poetry, it frequently appears in verses discussing love, yearning, and emotional states.

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