hakim
Hakim (noun) means a physician, especially one practicing traditional or herbal medicine in South Asia or the Middle East. Example: “The village hakim treated most illnesses with herbal remedies.”
How to use hakim
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional doctor, or historically a judge, in South Asian and Middle Eastern contexts.
Word forms
hakims plural, hakims plural, Hakims plural
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The village _____ treated most illnesses with herbal remedies.
Etymology
From Arabic hakim, "wise" or "learned," passed into Persian and Hindustani.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
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.
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