Arabic Word · Intermediate
طرفاء
tamarisk (Tamarix spp.)
Pronunciation: /tˤar.faːʔ/
Meaning
tamarisk (Tamarix spp.)
Example
وأما غراسة الأرز وهو الذي يسمى السرول قال هو نوعان أحدهما يشبه الطرفاء والآخر يشبه العرعر
About the planting of the cedar which is called cypress there are two kinds, one resembles the tamarisk and the other resembles the juniper.
Practice tips
- Practice طرفاء 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.