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دهي

Root entry · 6 derived lemmas

This root pertains to intelligence, shrewdness, and deep understanding of affairs. It encompasses concepts like astuteness, sagacity, and the ability to discern and manage complex situations.

Derived headwords

الدَّهِيnoun
  1. 1.
    Astutenessboth

    Possessing keen intelligence and shrewdness, particularly in understanding and navigating complex matters.

  2. 2.
    Sagacityboth

    Profound wisdom and good judgment, indicating a deep insight into affairs.

الدَّهَاءnoun
  1. 1.
    Shrewdnessboth

    A high degree of intelligence and cunning, often used to describe someone who is adept at managing situations.

  2. 2.
    Insightboth

    The quality of having a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation.

داهيةadjective
  1. 1.
    Astuteboth

    A person characterized by shrewdness and keen insight into affairs.

  2. 2.
    Shrewdboth

    Possessing a sharp intellect and the ability to discern and manage difficult situations effectively.

داهadjective
  1. 1.
    Shrewdboth

    Possessing a discerning and insightful nature, particularly in understanding matters.

دُهاةnoun
  1. 1.
    Astute peopleboth

    The plural of 'dahiyah', referring to individuals who are exceptionally intelligent and shrewd.

أَدَبnoun
  1. 1.
    Refinementclassical

    Good manners, cultivation, and a refined understanding of social conduct.

Parallel reading

الدهي، بالفتح، والدهاء، كسحاب.
Al-Dahiyy, with fatha, and al-Dahaa', like sahaab.
النكر وجودة الرأي.
Discernment and excellence of opinion.
يقال: رجل داهية بين الدهي والدهاء.
It is said: a shrewd person is between al-Dahiyy and al-Dahaa'.
الدهي: الأدب.
Al-Dahiyy: refinement/good manners.
ورجل داه وداهية: أي منكر بصير بالأمور.
And a man who is daah and daahiyah: meaning discerning and insightful about matters.
ج دهاة.
Plural: duhaah.