Aladdin
|A-lad-din|
B2
/əˈlædɪn/
magical adventures
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Aladdin' originates from Arabic, specifically the name 'علاء الدين' (ʿAlāʾ ad-Dīn), where 'علاء' (ʿAlāʾ) meant 'nobility' and 'الدين' (ad-Dīn) meant 'of the faith'.
Historical Evolution
'علاء الدين' transformed into the French word 'Aladin' and eventually became the modern English name 'Aladdin'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a noble person of faith, but over time it evolved into the name of a fictional character known for his magical adventures.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a character from a famous Middle Eastern folk tale, known for his magical lamp and adventures.
Aladdin found a magical lamp that changed his life.
Last updated: 2025/06/11 15:36