What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fellah
Example
The fellahs in Egypt work hard in the fields to provide for their families. [fellahs: plural noun]
Example
He grew up as a fellah in a small village in Morocco. [fellah: singular noun]
farmer
Example
My grandfather was a farmer and grew corn and wheat on his farm. [farmer: noun]
Example
She studied agriculture in college and now works as a farmer in California. [farmer: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Farmer is much more commonly used than fellah in everyday language, especially outside of the Middle East and North Africa.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between fellah and farmer?
Farmer is a more versatile term that can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while fellah is more specific and may be considered more informal or regional.
