Amharic · Body & Health
ዓይን
ayn
Eye
Beginnernoun
Definition
The part of the body used for seeing.
Example
ቆንጆ ዓይኖች አሏት።
She has beautiful eyes.
Etymology
'ዓይን' (ayn) originates from ancient roots denoting sight and vision, which are viewed as precious gifts in many cultures, including Ethiopian.
How & Where It’s Used
'ዓይን' is used in various contexts from formal discussions regarding health and anatomy to informal conversations about vision or sight, accessible in both spoken and written forms.