Arabic · Work & Business
حاسوب
hasub
Computer
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
An electronic machine used for work and the internet.
Example
حاسوبي لا يعمل اليوم.
My computer is not working today.
Etymology
The word 'حاسوب' (hasub) is a modern term formed from the Arabic root 'ح-س-ب' (ḥ-s-b), meaning to calculate or compute. It was adopted in the late 20th century to refer to computers as technology advanced in the Arab world.
How & Where It’s Used
'حاسوب' is used in formal, educational, and technical contexts, primarily in written texts related to computing and IT. It is recognized in both spoken and written forms in various Arabic dialects.