Persian · Food & Drink
قند
ghand
Sugar cube
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The sugar cube held between the teeth while sipping tea, Iranian style.
Example
چای را با قند میخورم.
I drink tea with a sugar cube.
Etymology
'قند' (ghand) comes from an Arabic root, through trade routes where sugar became a desirable commodity, shaping its incorporation into Persian culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'قند' is commonly used in both spoken and written Persian, particularly in culinary contexts, and is understood across various regions.