Arabic · Body & Health
أذن
udhun
Ear
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
The part of the body used for hearing.
Example
للأرنب أذنان طويلتان.
The rabbit has long ears.
Etymology
The Arabic word 'أذن' (udhun) derives from the root أ-ذ-ن, which relates to hearing and perception. It captures both the physicality of the ear and the metaphorical aspects of listening.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, it appears in medical terminology and casual conversations across different Arabic dialects.