noun
shura
Shura (noun) means a council that offers advice or guidance to a ruler or leader. Example: “The king consulted the shura before making his decision.”
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A council that offers advice or guidance to a ruler or leader.
"The king consulted the shura before making his decision."
How to use shura
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn advisory council, especially in Islamic or Middle Eastern governance.
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Etymology
From Arabic shūrā, "consultation."
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What does “shura” mean?
The word “shura” means a council that offers advice or guidance to a ruler or leader. In plain terms, an advisory council, especially in Islamic or Middle Eastern governance.
How do you use “shura” in a sentence?
Here is “shura” used in a sentence: “The king consulted the shura before making his decision.”
What part of speech is “shura”?
“Shura” is a noun.
Where does the word “shura” come from?
The word “shura” comes from Arabic. From Arabic shūrā, "consultation.".
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