Tehran

British  

/ tɛəˈrɑːn, -ˈræn /

noun

1. the capital of Iran, at the foot of the Elburz Mountains: built on the site of the ancient capital Ray, destroyed by Mongols in 1220; became capital in the 1790s; three universities. Pop: 7 352 000 (2005 est)

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Example Sentences

The strikes by the U.A.E. and Saudi Arabia came after Tehran attacked energy facilities and civilian infrastructure in both countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Beijing and Tehran have a relationship dating back decades and China is Iran's biggest trading partner.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The players, dressed in red and black tracksuits, were presented at a stage in the central Tehran square of Enghelab, where crowds of people cheered for them, according to videos aired on state TV.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

But with the U.S.-Iran conflict now in its third month and no resolution in sight, investors on Wall Street have been hoping that Washington can get Beijing to pressure Tehran into a deal.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

It took place on what began as a mundane afternoon in her home in Tehran.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi