Arabic Expression · Intermediate
أبو الهول
sphinx
Pronunciation: say أبو الهول
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "sphinx".
Example
أَبَا الْهَوْلِ طَالَ عَلَيْكَ الْعُصُرْ / وَبُلِّغْتَ فِي الْأَرْضِ أَقْصَى الْعُمُرْ
I use the word "أبو الهول".
Practice tips
- Practice أبو الهول 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 expression is for intermediate-level learners.