intj
salaam
suh-LAHM
intj
1
A greeting meaning "peace," used especially among Muslims and in parts of South Asia and the Middle East.
""Salaam," he said, pressing his hand to his chest."
noun
1
A ceremonial bow made as a gesture of deep respect.
"The servant offered a low salaam as the prince entered."
How to Use Salaam
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA respectful greeting or bow meaning "peace," related to the Hebrew "shalom."
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Word Forms
salaamed past tense, salaams plural, Salaams plural, salaams singular
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Etymology
From Arabic salām, "peace" — the same root that gives Hebrew "shalom."