Language/Standard-arabic/Vocabulary/Parts-of-the-Body

Body Parts in Arabic

Going to the doctor when visiting Morocco, Saudi Arabia or any other Arabic-speaking country is more common than you might think. This basic vocabulary in Arabic will help you to explain what you are suffering from or say where it hurts to the doctor. In this lesson, we will learn the names of some common body parts in Arabic. We will also explore some cultural insights related to these body parts. Here is a list of Arab words involving the body parts with English translation, transliteration & Arabic writing.

Words in English & Arabic

• The body is written الجسم (al-jism) in Arabic.

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English	Arabic (transliteration)	Arabic (writing)
The body	al-jism	الجسم
Ankle	kahil	كاحل
Arm	Dhirae	ذراع
Back	zahar	ظهر
Breast	sadr	صدر
Cheeks	Khdood	خدود
Chest	sadar	صدر
Chin	dhaqan	ذقن
Ear	Othon	اذن
Elbow	kue	كوع
Eye	ayn	عين
Eyebrow	alhajib	الحاجب
Eyes	Ain	عين
Face	Wajah	وجه
Finger	Al’iisbe	الإصبع
Fingernail	zufur	ظفر
Forehead	Jabiyn	جبين
Hair	Sh’ar	شعر
Hand	Yad	يد
Head	Ra’s	رأس
Hip	khasira	خاصرة
Jaw	fak	فك
Knee	Rakba	ركبة
Leg	Qadam	قدم
Lip	shifa	شفة
Mouth	Fam	فم
Nail	dhofr	ظفر
Neck	Raqabah	رقبه
Nose	Anf	أنف
Shoulder	kataf	كتف
Stomach	batan	بطن
Teeth	Asnan	أسنان
Thumb	‘iibham	إبهام
Toe	‘iisbae qadam	إصبع قدم
Tongue	lisan	لسان
Waist	wasat	وسط
Wrist	risgh	رسغ

Cultural Insights related to body parts

1. رأس (ra's) - head The head is an important body part in Arabic culture. It is considered a symbol of intelligence and wisdom. It is also a sign of respect to touch or kiss someone on their forehead, as it shows reverence for their knowledge and wisdom.
2. عين (‘ayn) - eye Eyes are seen as a window to the soul in Arabic culture. It is believed that they reveal a person's true intentions and emotions. It is considered rude to stare at someone for a long time in Arabic culture, as it can be seen as invasive.
3. أذن (’udhun) - ear Ears are associated with listening and learning in Arabic culture. It is believed that one should listen carefully to others and take their advice. It is also considered rude to speak loudly in public places, as it can disturb others who are trying to listen or concentrate.
4. فم (fam) - mouth The mouth is associated with speech in Arabic culture. It is believed that one should use their words wisely and avoid saying hurtful things to others. It is also important to keep the mouth clean and fresh, as bad breath can be seen as a sign of poor hygiene.
5. يد (yad) - hand Hands are seen as a symbol of power and action in Arabic culture. It is considered disrespectful to touch someone with the left hand, as it is traditionally seen as the hand used for unclean tasks. The right hand is the preferred hand for shaking hands, giving gifts, and eating.
6. قدم (qadam) - foot Feet are seen as a symbol of humility and respect in Arabic culture. It is customary to remove one's shoes before entering a mosque or someone's home. It is also considered impolite to show the soles of one's feet to others, as it is seen as a sign of disrespect.

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