غسالة
ghassala
The Arabic word for washer is غسالة (ghassala).
This term refers to a washer, specifically in the sense of a flat annulus or ring-shaped object.
Meaning: flat annulus (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
ghassala
Did you know?
- To describe the flat, ring-shaped washer used in mechanics, an engineer would likely use the word وردة (warda), which literally means 'rose' or 'flower'.
- The word for a metal washer, وردة (warda), is used because the shape of the metal ring resembles the petals of a flower.
- In most Arabic dialects, the word غسالة (ghassala) refers exclusively to a washing machine rather than a flat ring-shaped washer.
Examples in context
- صديقي قام بشراء غسالة جديدة.My friend bought a new washing machine.
- يجب أن تراعي الحجم المناسب للغسالة في المطبخ.You should consider the appropriate size of the washing machine in the kitchen.
