Arabic · Nature & Environment
سماء
sama'
Sky
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
The space above the earth where clouds and stars appear.
Example
السماء صافية بدون غيوم.
The sky is clear without clouds.
Etymology
The term سماء (sama') derives from the root س-م-ا (s-m-ʾ), which refers to height or elevation. It historically has meant the dome of the sky.
How & Where It’s Used
سماء is used in both written and spoken contexts and can appear in various styles from poetry to everyday conversation.
Literary Heritage
Frequently found in romantic poetry and religious texts.