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What spanish words come from Arabic?

There are many Spanish words with Arabic origins, reflecting the historical influence of the Muslim Al-Andalus civilization in the Iberian Peninsula. Here are some examples categorized by theme:

Everyday Objects & Food:

* Algodón: Cotton (from Arabic "al-qutn")

* Aceite: Oil (from Arabic "az-zayt")

* Almíbar: Syrup (from Arabic "al-mishwar")

* Azúcar: Sugar (from Arabic "sukkar")

* Almendra: Almond (from Arabic "al-lūz")

* Ajo: Garlic (from Arabic "thūm")

* Arroz: Rice (from Arabic "ar-rūz")

* Berenjena: Eggplant (from Arabic "badingān")

* Jarabe: Syrup (from Arabic "sharab")

* Alfombra: Rug (from Arabic "al-jumla")

* Jarrón: Vase (from Arabic "jarra")

Places & Geography:

* Alhambra: Red fort (from Arabic "al-hamra")

* Aljarafe: High plain (from Arabic "al-jarafa")

* Alcázar: Fortress (from Arabic "al-qasr")

* Guadalquivir: Great river (from Arabic "wad al-kebir")

* Sierra: Mountain range (from Arabic "sirr")

Concepts & Words:

* Azar: Chance (from Arabic "azar")

* Albahaca: Basil (from Arabic "al-habq")

* Alférez: Second lieutenant (from Arabic "al-faris")

* Alquimia: Alchemy (from Arabic "al-kimya")

* Alcalde: Mayor (from Arabic "al-qādi")

Other:

* Antequera: Name of a town in Andalusia (from Arabic "al-qantara")

* Al-Andalus: The name for Muslim Spain (from Arabic "al-Andalus")

* Guadalcanal: Name of a town in Andalusia (from Arabic "wad al-qanā")

This is just a small sample of the many Spanish words with Arabic origins. You can find more examples in dictionaries and online resources.

Note: The pronunciations of Arabic words have changed slightly over time and through adaptation into Spanish.

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