What does HAMZA mean?

Hamza

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Hamza is a letter in the Arabic alphabet that represents a glottal stop. It is written as a small diagonal stroke above or below a letter.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈhæmzə/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈhæmzə/

Origin and Usage: The word "hamza" comes from the Arabic language, where it means "cutting" or "breaking." It is used in the Arabic script to indicate the presence of a glottal stop sound in words.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Alif, Baith, Tha, Jeem, Haa

Example Sentences:

• Hamza is one of the letters in the Arabic alphabet.
• The word "hamza" comes from the Arabic language.
• In the word "ʾabū," the hamza appears above the letter alif.