Persian · Work & Business
پول
pul
Money
Beginnernoun
Definition
Money — counted in tomans in daily life, rials on paper.
Example
پول کافی ندارم.
I don't have enough money.
Etymology
'پول' (pul) is derived from the Arabic 'فلوس' (fulūṣ) and has been assimilated into Persian with a broader sense encompassing currency. Its use reflects both economic and cultural exchanges in Persian history.
How & Where It’s Used
The term 'پول' is used in both formal and informal contexts, predominantly in spoken language but often appears in written texts related to finance and commerce. It is widely used across Persian-speaking regions.