Irani

American

[i-ran-ee, ahy-, -rahn-] / ɪˈræn i, aɪ-, -ˈrɑn- /

adjective

of or relating to Iran, its people, or their language; Iranian.

noun

a native or inhabitant of Iran.

Example Sentences

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Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led Tehran's delegation in Pakistan, said Tehran would "not bow to any threats", while navy chief Shahram Irani called Trump's blockade "ridiculous".

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Mrs. Irani offers advice on many aspects of the business: How to build efficient teams, create a harmonious environment and avoid high turnover.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

That's how many in India are describing Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates' appearance in an iconic Hindi TV drama with actress and former federal minister Smriti Irani.

From BBC • Oct. 24, 2025

“If she’s in the White House, let there be samosas and let the chai flow freely,” Irani mused.

From Salon • Sep. 9, 2024

Witnesses: Nadin, son of Marduk, descendant of Irani; Nergal-iddina, son of Nabû-kaṣir, descendant of Êpeš-îli; and the scribe, Ana-Bêl-upâqu, son of Bêl-šum-iškun, descendant of the mead-dealer.

From The Old Testament In the Light of The Historical Records and Legends of Assyria and Babylonia by Pinches, Theophilus Goldridge

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