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How do you say "ink" in Arabic?
حبر
Hibr
In Arabic, "ink" is حبر.
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Pronunciation
One syllable: 'HIBR' with a short 'i' at the start. The word is clipped and punchy.
Writing and usage
This three-letter word uses 'ha', 'ba', and 'ra'. It's a foundational word in Arabic for writing and color.
Example sentence
الحبر أسود
The ink is black.
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How to remember حبر
Hibr is ink. It's short, sharp, and leaves a mark, just like ink does on paper.
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Questions about حبر
How do you say "ink" in Arabic?
In Arabic, "ink" is حبر. It is a noun.
How is حبر written in Arabic?
This three-letter word uses 'ha', 'ba', and 'ra'. It's a foundational word in Arabic for writing and color.
How is حبر used in a sentence?
Use حبر as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: الحبر أسود (The ink is black.).
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