mem
Mem (noun) means the thirteenth letter of several Semitic alphabets, including Hebrew, Aramaic, and Arabic. Example: “The Hebrew word for "water" begins with mem.”
How to use mem
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA letter used in Hebrew, Arabic, and related alphabets.
Word forms
mems plural
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
The Hebrew word for "water" begins with _____.
Etymology
From Phoenician mem, originally meaning "water" — the letter shape is thought to derive from a stylised drawing of waves.
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.