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Noun — The thirteenth letter of several Semitic alphabets, including Hebrew, Aramaic, and Arabic.

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Etymology

From Phoenician mem, originally meaning "water" — the letter shape is thought to derive from a stylised drawing of waves.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mem” mean?

The word “mem” means the thirteenth letter of several Semitic alphabets, including Hebrew, Aramaic, and Arabic. In plain terms, a letter used in Hebrew, Arabic, and related alphabets.

How do you pronounce “mem”?

“Mem” is pronounced mehm (/mɛm/ in IPA).

How do you use “mem” in a sentence?

Here is “mem” used in a sentence: “The Hebrew word for "water" begins with mem.”

What part of speech is “mem”?

“Mem” is a noun.

Related words

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