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تُهمة، تُهَم — meaning in English: Charge, charges

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تُهمة، تُهَم
عِزّة
مَشرَف، مَشارِف
عافية
ʿāfiya
بَوْح
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formal common
Usage
Native speakers use the word تُهمة, تُهَم in legal contexts when discussing accusations or charges against individuals. For example, in a courtroom setting, a lawyer might refer to the تُهمة their client is facing, or in a media report, journalists might discuss the تُهَم brought against a public figure.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is اتهام (ittihām), which also means 'accusation.' However, تُهمة is often used to describe the formal charge in a legal context, while اتهام may imply a broader sense of accusation, often used in everyday conversations.
Culture
The word تُهمة has roots in the Arabic verb أَهَمَ, which means 'to accuse' or 'to blame.' Its usage reflects the importance of legal terminology in Arabic-speaking societies, where discussions of justice and charges are prevalent, especially in the context of social commentary or political discourse.
FAQ
Q.What does تُهمة mean in English?
تُهمة translates to 'charge' or 'accusation' in English, commonly used in legal contexts.
Q.How do you pronounce تُهمة?
تُهمة is pronounced as 'tuh-mah' with a stress on the first syllable, making it easy to remember.
Q.Are there different forms of the word تُهمة?
Yes, تُهمة is the singular form, while تُهَم is the plural. Use تُهَم when referring to multiple charges or accusations.
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