Divan

Pronunciation: /daɪˈvæn/

Definitions of divan

noun a collection of poems or other literary works.

Example Sentences

A1 I have a comfortable divan in my living room.

A2 She likes to relax on the divan while reading her favorite book.

B1 The divan in the hotel room was big enough for two people to sleep on.

B2 The antique divan in the museum was beautifully preserved.

C1 The divan in the executive suite was elegantly upholstered with luxurious fabric.

C2 The divan in the palace's reception hall was a masterpiece of intricate craftsmanship.

Examples of divan in a Sentence

formal The divan in the living room adds an elegant touch to the decor.

informal Let's chill on the divan and watch some TV.

slang I love lounging on the divan, it's so comfy.

figurative The divan of knowledge is where I seek wisdom and enlightenment.

Grammatical Forms of divan

• past tense: divaned
• plural: divans
• comparative: more divan
• superlative: most divan
• present tense: divans
• future tense: will divan
• perfect tense: have divaned
• continuous tense: is divaning
• singular: divan
• positive degree: divan
• infinitive: to divan
• gerund: divaning
• participle: divaning

Origin and Evolution of divan

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Persian

Story behind the word: The word 'divan' originated from the Persian language, where it referred to a council of state or a royal court.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'divan' evolved to also refer to a type of long, low sofa or couch, typically without a back or arms. It has also been used to describe a book of poems or a collection of works by a single author.