Amharic · Daily Life
መስኮት
meskot
Window
Beginnernoun
Definition
An opening in a wall with glass that lets in light.
Example
መስኮቱን ክፈት፣ ሞቃት ነው።
Open the window, it is hot.
Etymology
'መስኮት' (meskot) originates from the Semitic root meaning 'to see,' denoting an opening that allows light and visibility into a room. It has been retained throughout history with its primary meaning intact.
How & Where It’s Used
'መስኮት' is typically utilized in both spoken and written Amharic in formal and informal contexts. The term is widely recognized throughout Ethiopia, with limited regional variations.