Mastering Hospital Vocabulary in Arabic: Your Comprehensive Guide

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Introduction:

In today’s globalized world, linguistic skills are invaluable, especially in medical settings. This article delves into the intricacies of Hospital Vocabulary in Arabic, equipping you with essential phrases for seamless communication. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a language enthusiast, or someone preparing for a medical journey abroad, mastering Arabic medical terminology is vital. Let’s embark on this linguistic journey together.

Essential Phrases for Everyday Communication in Medical Settings

Understanding Hospital Vocabulary in Arabic

Navigating a medical environment requires a robust vocabulary. We’ll explore common medical terms, enabling you to comprehend and use them confidently. Through real-life examples and contextual learning, you’ll grasp the nuances of Arabic medical terminology effortlessly.

  • First Aid: تقطيب الجرح (taqteeb al-jurh)
  • CPR: الإسعافات الأولية (al-is’afat al-awwaliya)
  • Mouth to Mouth: إنعاش فم لفم (in’ash fam lafam)

Essential Phrases for Everyday Communication

Effective communication in hospitals goes beyond clinical jargon. Discover indispensable phrases for patient interactions, explaining symptoms, and understanding medical instructions. Emphasizing pronunciation and cultural context, we’ll ensure you’re well-prepared for diverse medical conversations.

Here are a few examples of these Arabic phrases in a Story الكلمات في جمل مفيدة من خلال قصة

Omar: Are you feeling okay?
Omar Transliteration: Omar: Hal anta bikhair?
Omar Arabic: عمر: هل أنت بخير؟
Zyad: No, something doesn’t feel right.
Zyad Transliteration: Zyad: La, shay’un ma laysa ‘ala ma yuram.
Zyad Arabic: زياد: لا، شيء ما ليس على ما يرام.
Omar: Don’t worry, I’ll call an ambulance.
Omar Transliteration: Omar: La taqlaq, sa’attasil bisayyarat is’af.
Omar Arabic: عمر: لا تقلق، سأتصل بسيارة إسعاف.
Zyad: Thank you, Omar. I appreciate your help.
Zyad Transliteration: Zyad: Shukran, Omar. Ana mumtanun li mosa’adatik.
Zyad Arabic: زياد: شكرًا، عمر. أنا ممتن لمساعدتك.
Omar: The ambulance is on its way. Stay with me, Zyad.
Omar Transliteration: Omar: Al is’af fi at-tariq. Ibqa ma’i, Zyad.
Omar Arabic: عمر: الإسعاف في الطريق. ابقى معي، زياد.
An ambulance arrives and Zyad is taken to the hospital.
Arabic Text: تصل الإسعاف ويتم نقل زياد إلى المستشفى.
Doctor: We need to perform an X-ray immediately.
Doctor Transliteration: “Ad-doktor: Zyad bi haajatin ila ‘amaliya jirahiya ‘ajila.”
Doctor Arabic: الدكتور: زياد بحاجة إلى عملية جراحية عاجلة.”
Omar: I’ll be here for you, Zyad, every step of the way.
Omar Transliteration:Omar: Sa’akuunu huna min ajlika, Zyad, fi kulli khutwatin ‘ala at-tariq.”
Omar Arabic: “عمر: سأكون هنا من أجلك، زياد، في كل خطوة على الطريق.”
Nurse: How are you feeling after the surgery, Zyad?
Nurse Transliteration: “Al momarrida: Kayfa tash’uru ba’da al-‘amaliya, Zyad?”
Nurse Arabic:الممرضة: كيف تشعر بعد العملية، زياد؟”
Zyad: I’m a bit sore, but I think I’m getting better.
Zyad Arabic:زياد: أشعر بألم بسيط، ولكن أعتقد أني أتحسن تدريجيًا.”
Zyad Transliteration: “Zyad: Ash’uru bishway, walakin a’taqidu anni atatawaraqu tada.”
Nurse: That’s natural. Let me check your temperature to see how you’re doing.
Nurse Transliteration: “Al momarrida: Thalika tabi’i. Da’ni atahqaqo min darajati harartika li ‘ara kayfa halak.”
Nurse Arabic:الممرضة: ذلك طبيعي. دعني أتحقق من درجة حرارتك لأرى كيف حالك.”
Nurse checks Zyad’s temperature with a thermometer.
Arabic Text: الممرضة تقيس حرارة زياد باستخدام محرار.
Nurse: Your temperature is normal, which is a good sign. Here’s your medicine.
Nurse Arabic:الممرضة: حرارتك طبيعية، وهذا أمر جيد. إليك دواؤك.”
Nurse Transliteration: “Al momarrida: Hararatok tabi’iya, wathalika amrun jayyid. ilayka da’waoka.”
Zyad: Thank you. I appreciate your care and attention.
Zyad Arabic:زياد: شكرًا. أنا ممتن لرعايتك واهتمامك.”
Zyad Transliteration: “Zyad: Shukran. Ana mutannun li ri’ayatiki wa ihtimamiki.”
Nurse: You’re welcome, Zyad
Nurse Transliteration: “Afuwan, Zyad.”
Nurse Arabic: الممرضة: عفوًا، زياد.

Every once in a while, one may have to visit some relatives or friends in the hospital. So let us learn some commonly used Arabic vocabulary related to healthcare:

hospital in ArabicEmergency in ArabicAmbulance in Arabic
Hospital | mustachfā |       مستشفى Emergency | Altawari’ / Al musta’jalāt |       الطوارئ / المستعجلات Ambulance | is’āf / sayārat al is’āf |       سيارة الإسعاف / إسعاف
Doctor in ArabicAn Image of a Pharmacy Signagea pile of pills sitting next to each other on top of a table
Doctor | tabīb(m) / tabība(f) |       طبيب / طبيبة Pharmacy | saidaliya |       صيدلية Medicine | dawaa’ / ‘adwia(pl) |       دواء / أدوية
Patient| marīd(m) / marīda(f) |       مريض / مريضة Syringe | mihqana |       محقنة Wheelchair | korsi mutaharrik |       كرسي متحرك
black and white abstract paintingNurse in Arabic
Stethoscope | sammā’at attabīb |       سماعة الطبيب X-ray| al’achi’a assīnia |       الأشعة السينية Nurse | momarrid(m) / momarrida(f) |       ممرض / ممرضة
Operating room in ArabicBed in ArabicSergon in Arabic
Operating room | ghorfat al ‘amaliāt |       غرفة العمليات Bed/Beds | sarir / assirra(pl.) |       سرير / أسرة Surgeon| jarrāh |       جراح

Essential Phrases for Everyday Communication

Effective communication in hospitals goes beyond clinical jargon. Discover indispensable phrases for patient interactions, explaining symptoms, and understanding medical instructions. Emphasizing pronunciation and cultural context, we’ll ensure you’re well-prepared for diverse medical conversations.

EnglishTransliterationArabic Translation
Clinic‘iyāda      عيادة
Polyclinicmostawsaf      مستوصف
Patient roomghorfat almarīd      غرفة المريض
Operating roomghorfat al ‘amaliāt      غرفة العمليات
waiting roomghorfat al intizār      غرفة الإنتظار
Recovery roomghorfat alin’āch      غرفة الانعاش
Bandagedimāda      ضمادة
Ray machinejihāz alachi’a      جهاز الأشعة
Surgery‘amalia jirāhia      عملية جراحية
Anesthesiaattakhdīr      التخدير
Anestheticbanj      بنج
Examiningkachf / fahs      كشف / فحص
Sterilizationta’qīm      التعقيم
Woundjorh      جرح
Birthwilāda      ولادة
Coughkohha      كحة
Pharmacistsaidali      صيدلي
Receptionistiqbāl      استقبال
Insurance cardbitaqat atta’mīne      بطاقة التأمين
Scalewazn      وزن
Doctor’s officemaktab attabīb      مكتب الطبيب
Diagnosistachkhīs      تشخيص
Prognosistanabbo’      تنبؤ
Prescriptionwasfa tippiya      وصفة طبية
Overdosejor’a mofrita / za’ida      جرعة مفرطة / زائدة
Intensive careal ‘inaya almorakkaza / alfa’iqa      العناية المركزة / الفائقة
Anatomytachrīh      تشريح

Conclusion:

Mastering Hospital Vocabulary in Arabic is indispensable for effective communication in medical settings. By incorporating these essential phrases into your language repertoire, you will enhance your ability to navigate diverse healthcare scenarios. Practice, cultural sensitivity, and linguistic proficiency are the keys to successful communication in the medical field.

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