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شنز

Root entry · 3 derived lemmas

This root primarily refers to a specific type of seed, commonly known as black cumin. It originates from Persian and is identified by its characteristic black color.

Derived headwords

الشينيزnoun
  1. 1.
    black cumin seedboth

    Refers to the seed of the plant, specifically the black cumin seed, which is known for its dark color.

الشونيزnoun
  1. 1.
    black cumin (Persian name)classical

    The Persian name for black cumin, indicating the origin of the term and the plant.

البزرnoun
  1. 1.
    seedboth

    A general term for seed, used here to contextualize the specific type of seed being discussed.

Parallel reading

الشينيز من البزر
Al-shinīz is from the seeds.
هذه الحبة السوداء
This is the black seed.
وهو فارسي الأصل
And it is of Persian origin.
والفرس يسمونه الشونيز
And the Persians call it Al-shūnīz.