Arabic Loanwords in English
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The word 'algebra' comes from the Arabic 'al-jabr.' What does 'al-jabr' roughly translate to?
About Arabic Loanwords in English
Discover English words that trace their roots back to the Arabic language — from algebra to zero! Arabic Loanwords in English packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
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1. The word 'algebra' comes from the Arabic 'al-jabr.' What does 'al-jabr' roughly translate to?
Answer: The reunion of broken parts
2. Which common English word for a type of fabric comes from the Arabic city name 'Dimashq' (Damascus)?
Answer: Damask
3. The English word 'zero' ultimately derives from which Arabic word?
Answer: Sifr
4. Which word for a type of sweet syrupy drink comes from the Arabic 'sharab,' meaning 'to drink'?
Answer: Sherbet
5. The word 'algorithm' is derived from the name of which famous Arabic mathematician?
Answer: Al-Khwarizmi
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