Arabic Word · Intermediate
قفلوط
shallot (Allium cepa var
Pronunciation: /qa.fa.luːtˤ/
Meaning
shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum)
Example
القفلوط هو الكرّاث الشأمي من الطبّ الملوكي، هكذا صحّحتُه على أبي الفتوح بالقاف والباء.
Shallot is Syrian leek according to Rhazis Medicine of Kings. I mended it thus after the model of Abū l-Futūḥ with q and b.
Practice tips
- Practice قفلوط out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Arabic word is for intermediate-level learners.