divan

• Substantiv, das ein langes, niedriges Sofa oder eine Ruheliege bezeichnet, oft ohne Rücken- oder Armlehnen und meist an der Wand stehend. In historischem Kontext bezeichnete es auch einen Ratssaal oder eine Gedichtsammlung in der persischen und arabischen Literatur.

A noun referring to a long, low sofa or couch, often without a back or arms, typically placed against a wall. In historical contexts, it also referred to a council chamber or a collection of poems in Persian and Arabic literature.

1. Long sofa or couchB2formal

   A long, low sofa or couch, typically without a back or arms, often placed against a wall.

   Divan

   • She lounged on the divan while reading a book.
   • The antique divan was covered in silk cushions.
   • He placed the divan against the far wall of the living room.

   Synonymecouchsofa

2. Bed or sleeping couchB2formalbritish

   A type of bed or couch used for sleeping, often with a mattress.

   Divan

   • The guest room had a comfortable divan for visitors.
   • He slept on a divan in the study.
   • The divan was converted into a bed for the night.

   Synonymebedchaise longuecouchdaybedsofa bed

3. Historical council or courtC1formal

   In historical contexts, a council of state or a court of justice in Middle Eastern countries.

   Divan (Staatsrat)

   • The sultan convened the divan to discuss matters of state.
   • The divan issued a decree regarding trade regulations.
   • Ambassadors were received by the imperial divan.

   Synonymecouncilcourt