Arabic · Body & Health

أذن

udhun

Ear

Beginnernoun · feminine

Definition

The part of the body used for hearing.

Example

للأرنب أذنان طويلتان.

The rabbit has long ears.

Etymology

The Arabic word 'أذن' (udhun) derives from the root أ-ذ-ن, which relates to hearing and perception. It captures both the physicality of the ear and the metaphorical aspects of listening.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in both formal and informal contexts, it appears in medical terminology and casual conversations across different Arabic dialects.

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