arab
word
/ˈæɹəb/, /ˈeɪɹəb/
A-ruhb, AY-ruhb
/ˈærəb/, /ˈeɪrəb/
A-ruhb, AY-ruhb
Definition
An Arab is a person from the Arab world, which includes countries in the Middle East and North Africa, and who usually speaks Arabic as a native language.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly as a noun for people; adjective use ('Arab culture') is less common in modern English and usually replaced with 'Arabian' for things related to the Arabian Peninsula. Neutral and formal; avoid using as a general label outside factual or respectful contexts to prevent offense.
Spanish: árabePortuguese (BR): árabePortuguese (PT): árabeChinese (Simplified): 阿拉伯人Chinese (Traditional): 阿拉伯人Hindi: अरबArabic: عربيBengali: আরবRussian: арабJapanese: アラブ人Vietnamese: người Ả RậpKorean: 아랍인Turkish: ArapUrdu: عربIndonesian: orang Arab
Example Sentences
Many Arabs live in Saudi Arabia.
basic
My friend is an Arab from Egypt.
basic
An Arab usually speaks Arabic.
basic
He is proud of his Arab heritage.
natural
The Arab world is full of rich traditions.
natural
She learned to cook from an Arab chef.
natural