فخر
fakhr
The English word pride is translated into Arabic as فخر (fakhr).
The term refers to a quality or state of being proud. Inordinate self-esteem. An unreasonable conceit of one's own superiority in talents, beauty, wealth, rank etc.
Meaning: quality or state of being proud, inordinate self-esteem, an unreasonable conceit of one's own superiority in talents, beauty, wealth, rank etc. (noun)
Which one should you use?
Arabic uses different words depending on the nuance of pride. While فخر often refers to positive pride or glory, the word كبرياء is more commonly used to denote the negative sense of pride, such as arrogance or conceit. The word اعتزاز is used when expressing a positive, healthy sense of pride or dignity in something one has achieved.
How does it change in a sentence?
فخر is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
fakhr
Did you know?
- In Arabic literature, a poet might use the term فخر to engage in a formal contest of pride against another poet, known as 'fakhr'.
- In Arabic, the concept of عزة النفس describes a type of pride that translates to 'honor of the self' and is considered a vital virtue for maintaining dignity.
- The word فخر is also the root of the word for 'spreading' or 'extolling' something, much like how one spreads their lineage or achievements to show them off.
Examples in context
- تعلّم التحكّم في فخرك.Just learn to swallow your pride.This sentence is useful for expressing the idea of swallowing one's فخر.Tatoeba #5835326 by OsoHombre, translation #5821507 by OsoHombre
- فخور بإنجازات فريقي في المشروع.I am proud of my team's achievements in the project.
- أشعر بالفخر لأنني جزء من هذا الفريق.I feel proud because I am part of this team.
- أنا فخور بأصدقائي في هذا الإنجاز.I am proud of my friends in this achievement.
- هي فخورة بنجاحها في الامتحانات.She is proud of her success in the exams.
- لا تدع فخرك يمنعك من الاعتذار.la tada' fakhraka yamna'uka min al-i'tidhar.Do not let your pride prevent you from apologizing.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
