Arabic · Work & Business
راتب
ratib
Salary
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
The money you earn from your job.
Example
الراتب في هذه الشركة جيد.
The salary at this company is good.
Etymology
The word 'راتب' (ratib) is derived from the Arabic root 'ر-ت-ب' (r-t-b), which relates to order and arrangement. It has evolved to signify salary or regular income, reflecting economic structures in Arabic societies.
How & Where It’s Used
'راتب' is mainly used in formal contexts related to employment and finance. It appears in written documents, contracts, and discussions about compensation in various dialects.