noun
mullah
MUU-luh
Mullah (noun) means a Muslim religious scholar or cleric, especially one trained in Islamic law. Example: “The local mullah led prayers at the mosque.”
noun
1
A Muslim religious scholar or cleric, especially one trained in Islamic law.
"The local mullah led prayers at the mosque."
"He studied for years to become a mullah."
How to use mullah
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Muslim cleric or religious teacher, roughly similar in role to a priest or rabbi in other faiths.
When to use it
In Western news media the word is sometimes used loosely or with negative connotations for conservative Islamic leaders — be aware of the context.
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Word forms
- Plural
- mullahs
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Etymology
From Persian mullā, borrowed from Arabic mawlan, meaning something like "guardian" or "master."
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What does “mullah” mean?
The word “mullah” means a Muslim religious scholar or cleric, especially one trained in Islamic law. In plain terms, a Muslim cleric or religious teacher, roughly similar in role to a priest or rabbi in other faiths.
How do you pronounce “mullah”?
“Mullah” is pronounced MUU-luh (/ˈmʊ.lə/ in IPA).
How do you use “mullah” in a sentence?
Here is “mullah” used in a sentence: “The local mullah led prayers at the mosque.”
What part of speech is “mullah”?
“Mullah” is a noun.
Where does the word “mullah” come from?
The word “mullah” comes from Arabic. From Persian mullā, borrowed from Arabic mawlan, meaning something like "guardian" or "master.".
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