Arabic · Work & Business

عمل

'amal

Work / Job

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

A job, or the activity of working.

Example

وجد عملا جديدا في الرياض.

He found a new job in Riyadh.

Etymology

The term 'عمل' (amal) comes from the Arabic root 'ع-م-ل' (ʿ-m-l), which signifies action or work. The word has developed to encompass various meanings related to labor and productivity across different contexts in Arabic culture.

How & Where It’s Used

'عمل' is used in both formal and informal contexts related to work and tasks. It appears in written texts, official documents, and everyday conversation, spanning different dialects and regions.

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