مهرج
muharrij
The English word clown is مهرج (muharrij) in Arabic.
The word refers to a performance artist working in a circus.
Meaning: performance artist working in a circus (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
muharrij
Did you know?
- In many Arabic dialects, the word بهلوان (bahlawan) is used for 'clown', but it originally meant a 'strongman' or 'champion' in Persian.
- If you call someone a مهرج in a social setting, you aren't just saying they are funny, but are often implying they are a fool or someone who lacks seriousness.
- The root of مهرج is linked to the concept of 'mixing' or 'confusing' things. In a historical sense, a مهرج was someone who stirred up chaos or created a commotion to entertain a crowd.
Examples in context
- هو مهرج بارع جداً.huwa muharrij bari' jiddan.He is a very skilled clown.
- أريد أن أكون مهرجاً في السيرك.uridu an akuna muharrijan fi al-sirk.I want to be a clown in the circus.
