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iman

Iman (noun) means Devoted faith and belief within Islam. Example: “Scholars describe iman as the inner conviction that underlies outward religious practice.”

noun
1
Devoted faith and belief within Islam.
"Scholars describe iman as the inner conviction that underlies outward religious practice."
2
A person who holds this faith; a believer.
"The community welcomed every iman regardless of background."

How to use iman

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In plain EnglishReligious faith in Islam, or someone who holds it.

Word forms

imans plural, Imans plural

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Etymology

From Arabic "iman," itself from a verb meaning "to believe" or "to trust."

Origin: Arabic

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Frequently asked questions

What does “iman” mean?

The word “iman” means devoted faith and belief within Islam. In plain terms, religious faith in Islam, or someone who holds it.

How do you use “iman” in a sentence?

Here is “iman” used in a sentence: “Scholars describe iman as the inner conviction that underlies outward religious practice.”

What part of speech is “iman”?

“Iman” is a noun.

Where does the word “iman” come from?

The word “iman” comes from Arabic. From Arabic "iman," itself from a verb meaning "to believe" or "to trust.".

How many meanings does “iman” have?

“Iman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: devoted faith and belief within Islam.

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