hajj
Hajj (noun) means the pilgrimage to Mecca that observant Muslims are expected to make at least once, one of the five pillars of Islam. Example: “Millions of Muslims travel to Saudi Arabia each year to complete the hajj.”
How to use hajj
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe religious pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims aim to make once in their lifetime.
Word forms
hajjes plural
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Etymology
From Arabic hajj, meaning "pilgrimage," from a verb meaning "to set out" or "to journey toward."
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What does “hajj” mean?
The word “hajj” means the pilgrimage to Mecca that observant Muslims are expected to make at least once, one of the five pillars of Islam. In plain terms, the religious pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims aim to make once in their lifetime.
How do you pronounce “hajj”?
“Hajj” is pronounced haj (/hæd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hajj” in a sentence?
Here is “hajj” used in a sentence: “Millions of Muslims travel to Saudi Arabia each year to complete the hajj.”
What part of speech is “hajj”?
“Hajj” is a noun.
Where does the word “hajj” come from?
The word “hajj” comes from Arabic. From Arabic hajj, meaning "pilgrimage," from a verb meaning "to set out" or "to journey toward.".
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