پتو
patu[pʰæ.t̪ʰúː]
The English word 'blanket' is translated into Persian as پتو (patu). Wiktionary also lists کمپل (kampal).
Meaning: fabric (noun)
Ways to say it
| Persian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| پتو | patu | [pʰæ.t̪ʰúː] (Iran, formal, narrow) |
| کمپل | kampal | [kʰäm.pʰál] (Dari, formal, narrow) |
How do you pronounce it?
patu
Did you know?
- Both Persian words for 'blanket', پتو and کمپل, were borrowed from languages of the Indian subcontinent rather than originating from Old Persian.
- In traditional Persian rural life, the کمپل was not just for bedding but often served as an outer wrap for warmth during travel.
- In some Persian dialects, words for 'blanket' can overlap with terms for 'rug' or 'coverlet', as the distinction between floor and bed coverings was historically fluid.
Examples in context
- یک پتو برای بچه بیاور.yek patu barāye bach-che biyāvar.Bring a blanket for the child.
- این پتو خیلی گرم و نرم است.in patu kheyli garm o narm ast.This blanket is very warm and soft.
Example conversation
Niloofar and Ali are getting ready for bed in a cold room.
- نیلوفر Niloufarعلی، هوا خیلی سرد است.Ali, havā kheyli sard ast.Ali, the weather is very cold.
- علی Aliآیا پتو لازم داری؟Āyā patu lāzem dāri?Do you need a blanket?
- نیلوفر Niloufarبله، لطفاً یکی بیاور.Bale, lotfan yeki biyāvar.Yes, please bring one.
- علی Aliبیا، این پتو برای تو است.Biyā, in patu barāye to ast.Here, this blanket is for you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “blanket” translations and entries پتو, کمپل, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries پتو, کمپل, CC BY-SA 4.0.
