'sofa' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'ṣuffa,' where 'ṣuffa' meant 'bench or long seat.'

'ṣuffa' changed from the Arabic word 'ṣuffa' and eventually became the modern English word 'sofa'.

Initially, it meant 'bench or long seat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a long upholstered seat with a back and arms.'