Keith Brink
Jasara Meaning

Hello,

I am wondering what the meaning is of جَسَرَ (jasara), and if it would be a name that could be used for a business or person? Does it have positive or negative connotations for a native Arabic speaker?

Thanks,

Keith

May 19, 2018 6:54 PM
Comments · 5
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It means that someone has the courage to do something..
It's English equivalent is (dare)
It could be used as a boy name (جاسر) and it is very famous especially in the gulf
August 2, 2018
1

جَسَرَ is a verb that relates to bravery and courage: to have the courage (to do something). It's not a common word, though.

PS: Seeing that this is posted in the Levantine Arabic section, I'd like to point out that this is a Standard Arabic word. I cannot speak for Levantine Arabic.

May 20, 2018
1
Yea it usually means bridge. I looked it up in the dictionary. As a verb it means to dare or take a risk. But I never heard it used like that.
May 20, 2018
1
Do mean جِسْر bridge. That's the only thing that comes to mind
May 19, 2018
OK, so you just think of a typical bridge going over some water? I've read it can also mean bold or foolhardy.
May 19, 2018
Keith Brink
Language Skills
Arabic (Levantine), English
Learning Language
Arabic (Levantine)
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