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Yusuf
Yusuf (noun) means a male given name from Arabic, the Islamic form of the name Joseph, also referring to the prophet of that name. Example: “Yusuf recited the story of the prophet from the Quran.”
noun
1
A male given name from Arabic, the Islamic form of the name Joseph, also referring to the prophet of that name.
"Yusuf recited the story of the prophet from the Quran."
2
The twelfth chapter (sura) of the Quran, named after the prophet Yusuf.
"Surah Yusuf tells the story of Joseph and his brothers."
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Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic يُوسُف (yūsuf), tracing back to the Biblical Hebrew name Yosef — the same root as "Joseph."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Yusuf” mean?
The word “Yusuf” means a male given name from Arabic, the Islamic form of the name Joseph, also referring to the prophet of that name.
How do you use “Yusuf” in a sentence?
Here is “Yusuf” used in a sentence: “Yusuf recited the story of the prophet from the Quran.”
What part of speech is “Yusuf”?
“Yusuf” is a noun.
Where does the word “Yusuf” come from?
The word “Yusuf” comes from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic يُوسُف (yūsuf), tracing back to the Biblical Hebrew name Yosef — the same root as "Joseph.".
Is “Yusuf” a common word?
“Yusuf” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Yusuf” have?
“Yusuf” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name from Arabic, the Islamic form of the name Joseph, also referring to the prophet of that name.
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