Arabic · Work & Business
زبون
zabun
Customer
Intermediatenoun · masculine
Definition
A person who buys goods or services.
Example
الزبون دائما على حق.
The customer is always right.
Etymology
The term 'زبون' (zabun) comes from the Arabic root 'ز-ب-ن' (z-b-n), which conveys the sense of a customer or buyer. Its evolution reflects the importance of commerce and customer relations in Arabic-speaking communities.
How & Where It’s Used
'زبون' is commonly used in informal and formal contexts, especially in retail and business environments. It appears in spoken and written Arabic across various dialects.