intj
Uncommon
salaam
suh-LAHM
Salaam (intj) means a greeting meaning "peace," used especially among Muslims and in parts of South Asia and the Middle East. Example: “Salaam," he said, pressing his hand to his chest.”
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
- Plural
- salaams
- Third person singular
- salaams
- Past tense
- salaamed
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Etymology
From Arabic salām, "peace" — the same root that gives Hebrew "shalom."
Rhymes for salaam
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What does “salaam” mean?
The word “salaam” means a greeting meaning "peace," used especially among Muslims and in parts of South Asia and the Middle East. In plain terms, a respectful greeting or bow meaning "peace," related to the Hebrew "shalom.".
How do you pronounce “salaam”?
“Salaam” is pronounced suh-LAHM (/səˈlɑːm/ in IPA).
How do you use “salaam” in a sentence?
Here is “salaam” used in a sentence: “"Salaam," he said, pressing his hand to his chest.”
What part of speech is “salaam”?
Depending on how it is used, “salaam” can be an intj and a noun.
Where does the word “salaam” come from?
The word “salaam” comes from Arabic. From Arabic salām, "peace" — the same root that gives Hebrew "shalom.".
Is “salaam” a common word?
“Salaam” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “salaam” have?
“Salaam” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a greeting meaning "peace," used especially among Muslims and in parts of South Asia and the Middle East.
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