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How do you say "arrow" in Arabic?
سهم
Sahm
In Arabic, "arrow" is سهم.
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Pronunciation
One syllable: 'SAHM' with a short 'a' sound. The word is punchy.
Writing and usage
The word uses 'seen', 'ha', 'meem'. It's a simple three-letter root. No end markers.
Example sentence
السهم في القوس
The arrow is in the bow.
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How to remember سهم
Sahm sounds like it's pointing straight. Arrows point in one direction.
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- horse riding ركوب خيل Rukoob kheel
- jump rope نط الحبل Natt ilhabl
- skiing تزلج Tazaloug
- table tennis تنس طاولة Tinis tawla
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Questions about سهم
How do you say "arrow" in Arabic?
In Arabic, "arrow" is سهم. It is a noun.
How is سهم written in Arabic?
The word uses 'seen', 'ha', 'meem'. It's a simple three-letter root. No end markers.
How is سهم used in a sentence?
Use سهم as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: السهم في القوس (The arrow is in the bow.).
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