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Ankh: meaning, definitions and examples

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ankh

 

[ รฆล‹k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ancient symbol

The ankh is an ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol representing life. It is often depicted as a cross with a loop at the top. The ankh is associated with gods and the afterlife, symbolizing eternal life and immortality. In modern times, the ankh has been adopted as a symbol in various cultures and spiritual beliefs, representing the concept of life and death. Its design is often used in jewelry and art, conveying a sense of spirituality and connection to ancient traditions.

Synonyms

cross, crux ansata, key of life

Examples of usage

  • The ankh is commonly seen in ancient Egyptian tombs.
  • She wore an ankh necklace as a symbol of life.
  • In hieroglyphics, the ankh represents eternal life.

Translations

Translations of the word "ankh" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เค–

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ankh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฝั…

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒณkh

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ankh

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ankh

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ˆํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู†ุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ankh

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ankh

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎ‰ๅ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฝะบั…

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒœแƒ™แƒฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ankh

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ankh

Etymology

The word 'ankh' originates from ancient Egypt, where it is called '๐“‹น' in hieroglyphics. The ankh symbol dates back to around 3000 BCE and was initially used in hieroglyphic writing. It combines the T-shaped cross (representing life) with a loop to symbolize continuity. The ankh has been found in myriad artifacts, including tombs, temples, and amulets, often held by deities like Isis and Osiris, signifying their control over life and death. Over centuries, various cultures have adopted the ankh, often linking it to themes of life, rebirth, and spiritual significance. Due to its rich history and deep symbolism, the ankh remains a popular emblem in modern spiritual practices and jewelry.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,711, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.