girih

Questions

What does girih mean?

Decorative Islamic geometric patterns used in architecture and handicrafts, consisting of angled lines that form an interlaced strapwork.

Where does girih come from?

From Classical Persian گره (giri, “knot”).

How to pronounce girih

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “girih”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “girih”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “girih” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.