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afreet

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /əˈfriːt/

KK: /əˈfrēt/

noun
Definition

A strong and malevolent spirit or demon from Arabic folklore, often depicted as a giant or monstrous being.


Example

In the tale, the afreet emerged from the shadows, wreaking havoc on the unsuspecting villagers.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of an afreet?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think they're like evil spirits from Arabic mythology, right?
Sloth A
Exactly! They're often described as gigantic and monstrous.
Sloth B
That's so interesting! I love learning about different mythologies.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jinni
demon
fiend
Antonyms
angel
hero
savior
Root Explanation

Afreet originates from Arabic 'ifrit' (meaning a powerful demon or spirit). The term refers to a supernatural being in folklore, often depicted as malevolent or mischievous.

Memory Tip

Imagine a powerful spirit or demon when you think of 'afreet', as it directly connects to the Arabic word for a formidable supernatural being.

Visually Confused Words
freet
zafree
freety
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fret
free
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