Masri

Masri, written in Arabic as مصري, is a term meaning "Egyptian." In Modern Standard Arabic and among native speakers, it functions as both an adjective and a demonym for people from Egypt. The masculine form is Miṣri and the feminine Miṣriyya, with common English transliterations including Masri and Masry; variants such as Misri reflect alternative transliteration schemes.

As a demonym, Masri identifies nationality and origin, used to describe people, culture, and language associated with Egypt. The Egyptian Arabic dialect is often referred to as Masri (or Masry) by speakers and linguists, distinguishing it from other Arabic dialects as well as from Modern Standard Arabic.

Masri is also a relatively common surname and given name in Arab-speaking communities, particularly where Egyptian heritage is noted. In such use, it signifies origin rather than occupation or ethnicity and appears in formal documents as well as informal contexts.

In diaspora communities, Masri serves to express Egyptian identity and heritage. Spelling and pronunciation may vary by country and transliteration practices, but the underlying meaning remains the same: relating to Egypt and its people.