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هفتسین
haft-sin
Haft-sin table
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The Nowruz spread of seven items starting with S — sabzeh, senjed, sib, sir, samanu, somāq, serkeh.
Example
سفرهی هفتسین را چیدیم.
We set the haft-sin table.
Etymology
'هفتسین' (haft-sin) translates to 'seven S's', signifying the seven symbolic items starting with the letter 'س' (s) displayed during Nowruz. The tradition has roots in ancient Zoroastrian customs.
How & Where It’s Used
'هفتسین' is primarily used in cultural and festive contexts, particularly during Nowruz celebrations. It is commonly discussed in both spoken and written forms.