Persian · Family & People
همسر
hamsar
Spouse
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Husband or wife — a gender-neutral, respectful word.
Example
همسرم مهندس است.
My spouse is an engineer.
Etymology
'همسر' (hamsar) means 'spouse' and is derived from the compound forms encompassing 'ham' (together) and 'sar' (head or partner), illustrating the union of individuals.
How & Where It’s Used
Applied in both formal and informal contexts, 'همسر' is widely used in writing and conversation alike, with variations across dialects potentially reflecting cultural differences in marital structures.