hakim
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hakim, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A physician, especially one practicing traditional or herbal medicine in South Asia or the Middle East.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Arabic hakim, "wise" or "learned," passed into Persian and Hindustani.
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What does “hakim” mean?
The word “hakim” means a physician, especially one practicing traditional or herbal medicine in South Asia or the Middle East. In plain terms, a traditional doctor, or historically a judge, in South Asian and Middle Eastern contexts.
How do you pronounce “hakim”?
“Hakim” is pronounced huh-KEEM (/həˈkiːm/ in IPA).
How do you use “hakim” in a sentence?
Here is “hakim” used in a sentence: “The village hakim treated most illnesses with herbal remedies.”
What part of speech is “hakim”?
“Hakim” is a noun.
Where does the word “hakim” come from?
The word “hakim” comes from Arabic. From Arabic hakim, "wise" or "learned," passed into Persian and Hindustani.
How many meanings does “hakim” have?
“Hakim” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a physician, especially one practicing traditional or herbal medicine in South Asia or the Middle East.