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Gorilla
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الغوريلا (al-ghūrīllā) is the Arabic term for 'gorilla,' a large primate native to Africa. This is a borrowed word from English that has been fully adopted into modern Standard Arabic and is used in scientific, educational, and everyday contexts. It refers specifically to the powerful, intelligent great ape known for its strength and social behavior.
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شاهدت الغوريلا في حديقة الحيوان وكانت مثيرة للإعجاب.
Shāhadt al-ghūrīllā fī hadīqat al-hayawān wa-kānat muthīrah lil-i'jāb.
I watched the gorilla at the zoo and it was impressive.
الغوريلا حيوان ذكي جداً وقوي.
Al-ghūrīllā hayawān dhakī jiddan wa-qawī.
The gorilla is a very intelligent and strong animal.
تعيش الغوريلا في الغابات الاستوائية بأفريقيا.
Ta'īsh al-ghūrīllā fī al-ghābāt al-istiwā'īyah bi-Afrīqiyā.
Gorillas live in tropical forests in Africa.
الغوريلا الذكر أكبر حجماً من الإناث.
Al-ghūrīllā al-dhkar akbar hajman min al-ināth.
Male gorillas are larger in size than females.
يجب حماية الغوريلا من الانقراض.
Yajib himāyat al-ghūrīllā min al-inqirād.
We must protect gorillas from extinction.
The word الغوريلا is a direct loanword from English, reflecting how modern Arabic adopts international scientific terminology. In Arab countries, gorillas are encountered primarily through zoos, documentaries, and educational materials rather than in natural habitats. The word has become standard in Arabic media and educational institutions across the Arab world.
This word is a feminine noun in Arabic (الغوريلا), so adjectives and verbs must agree with feminine gender. When discussing gorillas in formal or scientific contexts, you may hear it used with the definite article (الغوريلا). It's commonly used in educational content about wildlife and nature documentaries popular in the Arab world.
الغوريلا (al-ghūrīllā) is the Arabic word for 'gorilla,' the large African primate. This term is classified as a borrowed word (لفظ مستعار) from English that has been fully integrated into modern Standard Arabic (Fusha). The word is used consistently across all Arabic-speaking regions when referring to this specific animal species.
In Arabic, الغوريلا is a feminine singular noun, as indicated by the ta marbuta (ة) ending, though in this case it's written as a full alif lam (ال) with the word. When using this noun:
Adjectives describing a gorilla must agree in gender and number. For example: "غوريلا قوية" (a strong gorilla - feminine) or "الغوريلات الذكية" (intelligent gorillas).
The word الغوريلا appears frequently in contemporary Arabic contexts:
Unlike some borrowed words that might have classical Arabic alternatives, الغوريلا has become the standard and widely understood term across all Arabic-speaking communities.
When discussing gorillas in Arabic, you might encounter these related terms:
In Arab countries, gorillas are primarily known through zoos located in major cities, wildlife documentaries, and educational programs. Unlike in Western countries where gorillas might be more commonly discussed, gorillas in the Arab world are often encountered in formal educational contexts. Arabic nature documentaries, particularly those from international broadcasters like Al Jazeera, frequently use the term الغوريلا when discussing wildlife conservation and endangered species.
The adoption of this English loanword reflects the global nature of scientific terminology in modern Arabic. Rather than creating a new classical Arabic term, linguists and educators chose to adopt the internationally recognized name, making it easier for Arabic speakers to engage with international scientific discourse.
Here are some common sentences using الغوريلا:
When learning to use الغوريلا:
Understanding الغوريلا helps English speakers recognize how modern Arabic integrates international terminology, making it easier to learn specialized vocabulary in scientific and educational fields.