hijab
Hijab (noun) means a headscarf worn by many Muslim women that covers the hair and neck. Example: “She wore a blue hijab to match her outfit.”
How to use hijab
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA headscarf worn for religious or cultural modesty, or the wider practice of modest dress it represents.
Word forms
hijabs plural
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She wore a blue _____ to match her outfit.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic ḥijāb, meaning "veil" or "curtain," from a root meaning "to cover" or "to conceal."
Frequently asked questions
What does “hijab” mean?
The word “hijab” means a headscarf worn by many Muslim women that covers the hair and neck. In plain terms, a headscarf worn for religious or cultural modesty, or the wider practice of modest dress it represents.
How do you pronounce “hijab”?
“Hijab” is pronounced hih-JAHB (/hɪˈd͡ʒɑːb/ in IPA).
How do you use “hijab” in a sentence?
Here is “hijab” used in a sentence: “She wore a blue hijab to match her outfit.”
What part of speech is “hijab”?
“Hijab” is a noun.
Where does the word “hijab” come from?
The word “hijab” comes from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic ḥijāb, meaning "veil" or "curtain," from a root meaning "to cover" or "to conceal.".
How many meanings does “hijab” have?
“Hijab” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a headscarf worn by many Muslim women that covers the hair and neck.
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