Naqshe

Naqshe, also transliterated Naqsh or Naqsheh, is a term of Persian origin derived from the Arabic naqsh, meaning engraving, stamp, or pattern. In Persian usage, naqsh (naghsh) refers broadly to marks, designs, or figures. The form Naqshe is frequently encountered in compound phrases and as a stylistic descriptor in Persian art and culture.

In art and architecture, naqsh denotes decorative patterns, reliefs, inlays, and tilework found in buildings, manuscripts, and metalwork. It is also used in numismatics and heraldry to describe coin designs, seals, and emblems. In cartography and geography, naqsh can refer to maps or chart-like representations, though more common terms for maps exist in modern Persian.

As a proper noun, Naqshe appears in Persian-speaking regions as a personal name and, occasionally, as part of place names or organization names. The spelling and pronunciation vary by transliteration, including Naqsh and Naqsheh.

The term reflects broader linguistic borrowing and the cultural importance of design and inscription in the region. For precise meanings, dictionaries of Persian and Arabic provide context and examples.