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Sahara

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Name — The vast desert covering most of North Africa, the largest hot desert in the world.

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Etymology

From Arabic sahara ("deserts"), the plural of a word meaning desert.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sahara” mean?

The word “Sahara” means the vast desert covering most of North Africa, the largest hot desert in the world. In plain terms, the huge desert stretching across North Africa.

How do you pronounce “Sahara”?

“Sahara” is pronounced suh-HAH-ruh (/səˈhɛɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Sahara” in a sentence?

Here is “Sahara” used in a sentence: “Temperatures in the Sahara can swing dramatically between day and night.”

What part of speech is “Sahara”?

“Sahara” is a name.

Where does the word “Sahara” come from?

The word “Sahara” comes from Arabic. From Arabic sahara ("deserts"), the plural of a word meaning desert.

Is “Sahara” a common word?

“Sahara” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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