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Rhinoceros
الكركدن (al-kirkadun) is the Arabic word for rhinoceros, a large African and Asian mammal known for its thick skin and prominent horn. This noun is commonly used in both classical and modern Arabic to refer to this impressive animal, whether in educational, zoological, or literary contexts. The word is derived from Greek and Persian origins, reflecting historical trade and cultural exchanges.
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الكركدن حيوان ضخم يعيش في أفريقيا وآسيا.
Al-kirkadun hayawan dakhm ya'ish fi Afrîqya wa Asya.
The rhinoceros is a massive animal that lives in Africa and Asia.
شاهدنا الكركدن في حديقة الحيوانات بالقاهرة.
Shahidna al-kirkadun fi hadîqat al-hayawanât bi-al-Qahira.
We saw the rhinoceros at the Cairo Zoo.
قرن الكركدن يُستخدم في الطب التقليدي.
Qarn al-kirkadun yustakhdam fi al-tibb al-taqlîdî.
The rhinoceros's horn is used in traditional medicine.
الكركدن مهدد بالانقراض بسبب الصيد الجائر.
Al-kirkadun muhadda bi-al-inqirâd bisabab al-sayd al-jâ'ir.
The rhinoceros is threatened with extinction due to poaching.
يبلغ وزن الكركدن حوالي خمسة أطنان.
Yablugh wazn al-kirkadun hawali khamsat atnan.
A rhinoceros weighs approximately five tons.
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While rhinoceroses are not native to the Arab world, they have been known through trade routes and are featured in Arabic literature and folklore. The word الكركدن appears in classical Arabic texts and poetry, often symbolizing strength and power. Today, the animal is primarily encountered through zoos, documentaries, and educational materials in Arabic-speaking countries.
الكركدن is a masculine noun in Arabic and takes masculine adjectives and verbs. It's used as a standard count noun, so you can say 'كركدن واحد' (one rhinoceros) or 'عدة كركادين' (several rhinoceroses, using the plural form). When learning this word, associate it with related wildlife vocabulary to build context.