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حنحن

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily relates to sounds and vocalizations, specifically those made by animals or humans expressing certain emotions or states. It encompasses sounds of distress, complaint, or affection.

Derived headwords

حَنَحَنَverb
  1. 1.
    to make a sound of complaintboth

    To utter a sound, often a low murmur or whimper, expressing complaint, distress, or supplication.

  2. 2.
    to make a sound of affectionclassical

    To make a soft, repetitive sound, often associated with animals like camels or horses, indicating affection or a desire for attention.

حَنِيحٌnoun
  1. 1.
    a sound of complaintclassical

    The sound or vocalization made by someone or something complaining or expressing distress.

Parallel reading

ابن الأعرابي حنحن إذا أشفق.
Ibn al-A'rabi said 'hanhana' when he felt pity/compassion.