Arabic · Work & Business

زميل

zamil

Colleague

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

A person you work with.

Example

أتغدى مع زملائي كل يوم.

I have lunch with my colleagues every day.

Etymology

The term 'زميل' (zamil) comes from the root 'ز-م-ل' (z-m-l), which signifies companionship or fellow-feeling. Over time, it has come to refer to colleagues or associates in various settings.

How & Where It’s Used

'زميل' is prevalent in both formal and informal contexts, often used in workplace discussions and written communications. It is widely recognized across different Arabic-speaking regions.

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