What is another word for middle east?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪdə͡l ˈiːst] (IPA) 
The term "Middle East" generally refers to the region that spans from Egypt in the west to Iran in the east. However, there are several other synonyms that can be used to describe this region. One commonly used term is "Near East," which was popularized in the 19th century and generally refers to the region that lies to the east of the Mediterranean Sea. Another term is "Southwest Asia," which is frequently used to describe the region that spans from Turkey to Iran. "Arab world" is another term that is often used to refer to the Middle East, as the majority of the countries in this region are home to Arab populations.
