Arabic · Nature & Environment
جبل
jabal
Mountain
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
A very high hill, often with steep sides.
Example
تسلقنا الجبل في الصباح.
We climbed the mountain in the morning.
Etymology
The word جبل (jabal) comes from the root ج-ب-ل (j-b-l), referring to mountains or hills. Its historical significance is seen in geography and symbolic representation.
How & Where It’s Used
جبل is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, frequently appearing in descriptions of landscapes and natural features.
Literary Heritage
Mentioned in classical literature, folklore, and religious texts.