ark
word
/ˈɑɹk/
ark
/ˈɑːk/
ahk
Definition
A large boat or vessel, especially one described in the Bible that saved Noah, his family, and animals from a great flood. Sometimes used for any big, protective boat.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily seen in religious, historical, or literary contexts, especially with 'Noah's ark'. Rarely used for modern boats. Can symbolize safety or rescue in a broader sense.
Spanish: arca - arca de NoéPortuguese (BR): arca - arca de NoéPortuguese (PT): arca - arca de NoéChinese (Simplified): 方舟Chinese (Traditional): 方舟Hindi: पोत - नोआ का जहाज़Arabic: فُلْك - سفينة نوحBengali: নৌকা (আরক) - মহাজাহাজ (ধর্মীয় বা ঐতিহাসিক)Russian: ковчегJapanese: 方舟Vietnamese: tàu (chứa động vật, như trong Kinh Thánh) - con tàu cứu nạnKorean: 방주Turkish: gemi (Nuh'un gemisi) - sandık (dini kullanımlarda)Urdu: کشتی (نوح کی کشتی)Indonesian: bahtera
Example Sentences
Noah built an ark to save his family from the flood.
basic
The animals entered the ark two by two.
basic
The story of the ark is famous around the world.
basic
After the flood, the ark came to rest on a mountain.
natural
That barn looks so old and big, it reminds me of an ark.
natural
Some people believe a modern ark could help save endangered animals.
natural