peri
3 synonyms for peri, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — In Persian folklore, a beautiful winged spirit or fairy-like being.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Persian pari via Ottoman Turkish peri, denoting a supernatural winged being in Persian myth.
Full origin of peri →Frequently asked questions
What does “peri” mean?
The word “peri” means in Persian folklore, a beautiful winged spirit or fairy-like being. In plain terms, a mythical winged spirit from Persian folklore, roughly comparable to a fairy.
How do you pronounce “peri”?
“Peri” is pronounced PEER-ree (/ˈpɪə.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “peri” in a sentence?
Here is “peri” used in a sentence: “The old poem describes a peri guarding the gates of paradise.”
What part of speech is “peri”?
“Peri” is a noun.
Where does the word “peri” come from?
The word “peri” comes from Persian. From Persian pari via Ottoman Turkish peri, denoting a supernatural winged being in Persian myth.
