word
Mythology
Ma'at
MAH-aht
mɑːtListen
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Syllable breakdown
Ma'at
Dictionary meaning
Ancient Egyptian concept of truth, justice, balance, morality, harmony, law, and order; personified as a goddess wearing an ostrich feather.
History and origin
Ancient Egyptian — from the root 'mꜣꜥ' meaning 'straight, true, real'.
Examples
- The pharaoh was expected to govern according to the principles of Ma'at.
Common mispronunciations
MAY-atMAH-et
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