Sabaean

/ səˈbiːən /

noun

1. an inhabitant or native of ancient Saba
2. the ancient Semitic language of Saba

adjective

1. of or relating to ancient Saba, its inhabitants, or their language

Word History and Origins

Origin of Sabaean¹

C16: from Latin Sabaeus, from Greek Sabaios belonging to Saba (Sheba)

Example Sentences

The Sabaean dynasty later succumbed to challenges from other kingdoms and the Great Dam gave away in the 6th century A.D.

From Washington Times

There is not much left to see of the ancient capital of the kingdom of Sheba: a few columns of rammed clay, a few Sabaean inscriptions that can be made out on the stones of the buildings.

From National Geographic

Daily Saudi air strikes do not differentiate between military, civilian or archaeological targets and they have caused severe damage to the ancient Sabaean city of Sirwah, situated between the Yemeni highlands to the west and the vast empty quarter to the east.

From Time

In the middle stood – and stand – the two longest and most important Sabaean inscriptions so far found in Yemen.

From Time

The ruins of Sirwah are just as impressive as those of the more accessible and celebrated Sabaean city of Marib, just 30 miles to the east.

From Time