کچل
kačal/ka.ˈt͡ʃal/
The Persian word for bald is کچل (kačal). Wiktionary also lists طاس (tâs) and کل (kal).
Meaning: having little or no hair (adj)
Ways to say it
| Persian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| کچل | kačal | /ka.ˈt͡ʃal/ (Classical Persian) |
| طاس | tâs | /ˈtaːs/ (Classical Persian) |
| کل | kal | /ˈkal/ (Classical Persian) /ˈkull/ (Classical Persian) |
Which one should you use?
کچل is the most common, everyday way to say 'bald'. The word طاس often implies a head that is completely smooth or has been intentionally shaved, similar to a bowl. The word کل is also a form used to describe being bald.
How does it change in a sentence?
To change the adjective کچل into the noun meaning 'baldness', you can add the suffix ی to form کچلی.
How do you pronounce it?
kačal is pronounced /ka.ˈtʃal/. The syllable stress is on the second of two syllables.
Did you know?
- The word طاس has multiple possible origins, including a connection to an ancient Middle Persian word meaning 'to die'.
Examples in context
- کچل بودن حداقل یک سود دارد – در مصرف شامپو صرفهجویی میکنید.Being bald has at least one advantage – you save a lot on shampoo.This sentence is useful for illustrating the use of کچل in a lighthearted context regarding the advantages of being bald.Tatoeba #7559377 by cojiluc, translation #558501 by darinmex
- برادر من خیلی کچل شده است.barádare man kheyli kachol šode ast.My brother has become very bald.
Example conversation
Zahra and Reza are talking about a family photo.
- زهرا Zahraاین عکس کی است؟In aks ki ast?Whose photo is this?
- رضا Rezaاین عموی من است که کچل است.In amoo-ye man ast ke kachal ast.This is my uncle who is bald.
- زهرا Zahraخیلی شبیه تو شده است.Kheyli shabih-e to shode ast.He has become very similar to you.
- رضا Rezaامیدوارم من کچل نشوم!Omidvaram man kachal nashavam!I hope I don't go bald!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bald” translations and entries کچل, طاس, کل, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries طاس, کل, کچل, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
