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salaam in Arabic

سَلَام salām

/səˈlɑːm/

salaam in Arabic: سَلَام (salām). In English, salaam means a respectful ceremonial greeting used mostly by Muslims.

Arabic words for salaam

a Muslim greeting
سَلَام salām

English meaning of salaam

  1. interjection A respectful ceremonial greeting used mostly by Muslims.
  2. noun A low bow as a ceremonial act of deference.
  3. verb To perform a salaam to (someone).

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Questions about salaam in Arabic

What is the meaning of salaam in Arabic?
Salaam in Arabic is سَلَام (salām).
ما معنى كلمة salaam؟
Salaam: سَلَام (salām).
What does salaam mean in English?
Salaam means a respectful ceremonial greeting used mostly by Muslims.

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