ياقوت
yaqut
The English word ruby is translated into Arabic as ياقوت (yaqut).
ياقوت refers to the type of gemstone known as a ruby.
Meaning: type of gem (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
yaqut
When do people say it?
The word ياقوت is the term used in Classical Arabic.
Did you know?
- In Arabic, ياقوت can refer to both rubies and sapphires, as the term historically described various precious corundums regardless of color.
- The Arabic word ياقوت is a loanword that traveled a long distance, coming from the Ancient Greek word 'huákinthos' possibly via the Sogdian language of Central Asia.
- The word ياقوت is used as a masculine given name in some Arabic-speaking cultures, symbolizing preciousness and value.
Examples in context
- قلادة من ياقوتA necklace made of ruby
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ياقوت, CC BY-SA 4.0.
