Árabes (en. Arabs)
/ˈaɾaβes/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Ethnic group that identifies with Arab culture.
Arabs have a rich cultural heritage.
Los árabes tienen una rica herencia cultural.
People who speak Arabic as their native language.
Arabs are distributed across several countries in the Middle East.
Los árabes se distribuyen por varios países de Oriente Medio.
A people that has significantly influenced world history and culture.
Arabs have contributed to the development of sciences and arts.
Los árabes han contribuido al desarrollo de las ciencias y las artes.
Etymology
From Classical Arabic 'عرب' ('ʿarab'), which means 'desert' or 'nomad'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Arab culture
A set of customs and traditions shared by Arab peoples.
La cultura árabe
Arab landscape
Geographical and climatic characteristics typical of Arab countries.
Paisaje árabe
Arab world
Regions where Arabic is spoken and cultural traditions are shared.
Mundo árabe
Related Words
Arab
A person belonging to or related to the Arab people.
árabe
Arab-Islamic
Related to Arab and Muslim culture and civilization.
arabo-islámico
Pan-Arabism
A movement that advocates for the unity of all Arabs.
panarabismo
Slang Meanings
Colloquial term for referring to people of Arab origin.
In some regions, friends are called 'Arab brothers.'
En algunas regiones se les llama 'hermanos árabes' a los amigos.
Informal use of 'Arab' to describe something exotic or related to Arab culture.
That food has a very distinctive Arab flavor.
Esa comida tiene un sabor árabe muy distintivo.