Arabic · Family & People
أخ
akh
Brother
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
A male sibling.
Example
أخي أكبر مني بثلاث سنوات.
My brother is three years older than me.
Etymology
'أخ' (akh) means 'brother' and comes from the same root as terms denoting kinship in Arabic. It reflects the importance of brotherhood in Arab culture historically.
How & Where It’s Used
'akh' is prevalent in both spoken and written Arabic, used in various registers from casual conversation to literary contexts, often serving as a term of endearment and camaraderie.
Literary Heritage
It is referenced in many Arabic poems and proverbs that celebrate the bond of brotherhood.