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سَحْب — meaning in English: Withdrawal

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وَزير، وُزَراء
بُلوغ
أشادَ
سَحْب
مُخاطِر
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neutral common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word سَحْب in financial contexts, such as when talking about withdrawing money from a bank account or an ATM. It can also appear in everyday conversations regarding taking back or retracting a statement or decision, making it versatile in both personal and formal settings.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is إلغاء (ilghā'), meaning cancellation, which is used when withdrawing an offer or an invitation. While سَحْب specifically refers to the act of withdrawal, إلغاء includes a broader sense of cancellation. You would choose سَحْب when discussing finances or physical withdrawals, whereas إلغاء fits better in social or formal contexts.
Culture
The word سَحْب comes from the Arabic root س ح ب, which means to draw or pull. This etymology reflects the action of drawing funds out or pulling back a statement. In many Arab cultures, discussions about finances are common, and understanding terms like سَحْب is essential for everyday transactions, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy.
FAQ
Q.What does سَحْب mean in Arabic?
The word سَحْب means 'withdrawal' in Arabic, commonly used in financial contexts to refer to taking money out of a bank account or ATM.
Q.How do you use سَحْب in a sentence?
You can use سَحْب in a sentence like: 'ذهبت إلى البنك لسحب المال' which translates to 'I went to the bank to withdraw money.'
Q.Is سَحْب used in everyday conversation?
Yes, سَحْب is frequently used in everyday conversations, especially when discussing finances or making personal decisions to retract something.
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