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نخا

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily deals with concepts of pride, arrogance, and boasting. It describes a sense of self-importance and a haughty demeanor, often expressed through words or actions.

Derived headwords

النخوةnoun
  1. 1.
    arrogance and grandeurboth

    arrogance and grandeur

انتخىverb
  1. 1.
    he boastedboth

    he boasted

Parallel reading

النخوة: الكبر والعظمة.
Pride: arrogance and grandeur.
انتخى فلان علينا، أي افتخر وتعظم.
So-and-so acted proudly towards us, meaning he was proud and arrogant.