Arabic · Food & Drink
ماء
ma'
Water
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
The clear liquid essential for life.
Example
أعطني كوب ماء من فضلك.
Give me a glass of water, please.
Etymology
'ماء' (ma') means 'water' and has ancient roots in Arabic, deeply tied to life and sustenance in desert cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'ma' is used universally in both spoken and written Arabic, across all regions and dialects, being a fundamental term in everyday life.