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العربية
مَرجِع، مَراجِع — meaning in English: Reference, references
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ضَغْط، ضُغوط
مَرجِع، مَراجِع
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حَيّ، أحياء
مَغرَبيّ، مَغارِبة
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formal
common
Usage
Native speakers often use the word مَرجِع, مَراجِع in academic contexts, such as when citing sources in research papers or referencing books during discussion. It can also appear in everyday conversations, for example, when someone asks for reliable resources on a topic, prompting a response that includes a list of مَراجِع.
Synonyms & nuances
While مَرجِع is often used in a formal context to denote authoritative sources, the word مصدر (maṣdar) can also mean 'source,' but it tends to be broader and less formal. You would choose مَرجِع when discussing citations and academic references specifically.
Culture
The word مَرجِع has roots in the Arabic verb رَجَعَ, which means 'to return.' This reflects the concept of returning to a source for information or validation. In scholarly and educational settings, citing مَراجِع is essential, as it showcases credibility and the depth of research—an important aspect of Arab intellectual tradition.
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