Jann Meaning in English

word

US

ˈdʒæn

JAN

UK

dʒæn

JAN

Definition

A jann is a supernatural being or spirit in Arabic mythology, often described as a type of jinn made of air who is generally benevolent.

Usage & Nuances

'Jann' is used mainly in discussions of mythology, fantasy literature, or role-playing games. It is not commonly used in everyday English. Don't confuse with 'jinn' or 'genie', which are related but broader terms.

• Spanish: jann (espíritu en el folclore árabe) - genio blanco
• Portuguese (BR): jann (espírito do folclore árabe)
• Portuguese (PT): jann (espírito do folclore árabe)
• Chinese (Simplified): 贾恩（阿拉伯传说中的精灵）
• Chinese (Traditional): 賈恩（阿拉伯傳說中的精靈）
• Hindi: जान्न (अरबी लोककथा में आत्मा)
• Arabic: جانّ (روح في الفولكلور العربي)
• Bengali: জান্ন (আরব পৌরাণিক আত্মা)
• Russian: джанн (мифологический дух)
• Japanese: ジャン（アラブ神話の精霊）
• Vietnamese: jann (linh hồn thần thoại Ả Rập)
• Korean: 잔 (아라비아 신화의 정령)
• Turkish: jann (Arap mitolojisinde ruh)
• Urdu: جَن (عربی اساطیری مخلوق)
• Indonesian: jann (roh mitologi Arab)

Example Sentences

A jann is a type of spirit in Arabic legends.

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People believed the jann lived in the desert.

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The jann are usually friendly to travelers.

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In many stories, a jann helps heroes by giving advice.

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Some fantasy games let you summon a jann for protection.

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He collects figurines of mythical creatures like the jann.

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