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Harem: meaning, definitions and examples

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harem

 

[ หˆhษ›rษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical context

A harem traditionally refers to the separate part of a Muslim household reserved for the women of the family, including wives, concubines, and female relatives. This space was often associated with the idea of seclusion and privacy, where women lived apart from men. In a broader cultural context, harem can also refer to a genre in entertainment, particularly in anime and manga, where a single male character is surrounded by multiple female characters.

Synonyms

concubines, seraglio, women's quarters

Examples of usage

  • The sultan's harem was known for its beauty and luxury.
  • In the anime, the protagonist finds himself in a harem filled with various personalities.
  • Many historical novels depict the intrigues of women living in a harem.

Translations

Translations of the word "harem" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น harรฉm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคฐเฅ‡เคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Harem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ harem

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐั€ะตะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ harรฉm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒผใƒฌใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท harem

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ harรฉn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท haremlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜๋ ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฑุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ harรฉm

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ harรฉm

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽๅฎซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ harem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harem

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะฐั€ะตะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ haremlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ harรฉn

Etymology

The word 'harem' is derived from the Arabic term 'harฤซm', meaning 'forbidden' or 'sacred', reflecting the notion of a space reserved for women, which was culturally and traditionally protected. The concept of the harem dates back to ancient times and is often connected with the living arrangements of royalty in the Ottoman Empire and other Islamic societies. The women's quarters were not only a private space but also a center of power and influence, particularly for the mothers, wives, and daughters of powerful men. Over the years, the term has been adapted in various cultural contexts, especially in literature and entertainment, historically romanticizing the concept, while also presenting it in diverse storylines that reflect modern understandings of relationships and gender dynamics.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,004, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.