Semitic

/səˈmɪtɪk/

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Ethnic Origin

Used to specify the ethnic roots of people from Middle-Eastern or North African backgrounds.

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Her family's Semitic origin can be traced back thousands of years.

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Language Families

Refers to a group of languages that are related through a historical ancestry.

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Amharic is another example of a Semitic language.

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Historical Context

Used when discussing the history and development of Semitic-speaking peoples.

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The ancient artifacts suggest a Semitic civilization once thrived here.

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