Arabic · Daily Life
استحم
istahamma
To take a shower
Beginnerverb
Definition
To wash your body.
Example
أستحم كل مساء قبل النوم.
I take a shower every evening before bed.
Etymology
The term 'استحم' (istahamma) derives from the root 'ح م م' (h-m-m), which refers to washing. It has evolved to specifically denote the action of taking a shower.
How & Where It’s Used
'استحم' is typically used in both informal and formal registers, involving discussions about hygiene in everyday conversation and healthcare contexts.