noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
Afghan; of Afghanistan
Used attributively to describe people, culture, or things from Afghanistan. Often appears in compounds like アフガン料理 (Afghan cuisine).
アフガンの伝統的な料理を食べてみたい。
I want to try traditional Afghan food.
彼はアフガン難民を支援する団体で働いている。
He works for an organization that supports Afghan refugees.
noun
Afghanistan
Abbreviation of アフガニスタン. Common in news headlines and casual conversation.
See also: アフガニスタン
アフガンでは長年紛争が続いている。
Conflict has continued for many years in Afghanistan.
noun
afghan blanket; afghan shawl
Refers to a type of knitted or crocheted blanket or shawl. Less common than the country-related meanings.
祖母が編んだアフガンをソファにかけている。
I have an afghan my grandmother knitted draped over the sofa.