عباءة
'aba'ah
The English phrase "abaya" is translated into Arabic as عباءة ('aba'ah).
The term عباءة refers specifically to the outer garment worn over clothing for modesty. It describes a long, loose-fitting robe worn by some women in many Muslim cultures.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Morocco, جلابية refers to a different traditional garment.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of عباءة is عباءات.
How do you pronounce it?
'aba'ah
Did you know?
- While often associated with women, the term عباءة also describes a traditional cloak or mantle worn by men, though the design and cultural usage are distinct.
- In certain Arabic contexts, the word عباءة is used metaphorically to describe someone's protection or social dignity, essentially meaning that a person is under the 'cloak' of another.
- The عباءة can serve as a silent visual language, where specific embroidery patterns and styles signal a woman's regional identity or social rank to others.
Examples in context
- اشتريت عباءة جديدة اليوم.Ishtaraytu abaya jadida al-yawm.I bought a new abaya today.
