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النهف

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily concerns the state of being confused, bewildered, or lost. It describes a mental state of uncertainty and inability to find one's way or make a decision.

Derived headwords

النَّهَفnoun
  1. 1.
    Bewildermentclassical

    A state of confusion or perplexity, often leading to a loss of direction or inability to decide.

تَحَيَّرَverb
  1. 1.
    To be bewilderedboth

    To become confused, perplexed, or lost, unable to find a way or make a decision.

Parallel reading

النهف: التحير.
Bewilderment: Confusion.