Salaamed: meaning, definitions and examples

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salaamed

 

[ sษ™หˆlษ‘ห.mษ™d ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

greeting gesture

Salaamed is a term derived from the Arabic word 'salaam,' which means peace. It typically refers to a form of greeting, where an individual bows their head or raises their hands while expressing goodwill. The term embodies the notion of respect and can also signify the hope for peace between individuals. In various cultures, a salaam is not just a verbal greeting but also includes specific gestures that reinforce its meaning.

Synonyms

acknowledge, greet, salute.

Examples of usage

  • He salaamed to the elders as a sign of respect.
  • When entering the room, she salaamed to everyone present.
  • The group salaamed to each other before starting the meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "salaamed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น saudaรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฎเคธเฅเคคเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช GrรผรŸ Gott

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ salam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธะฒั–ั‚ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ powitanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒจๆ‹ถ (ใ‚ใ„ใ•ใค)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท salutation

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saludo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท selam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณู„ุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pozdrav

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pozdrav

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้—ฎๅ€™ (wรจnhรฒu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pozdrav

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kveรฐja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ะปะตะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒฏแƒแƒ‘แƒ (gamardjoba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salam

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ saludo

Etymology

The term 'salaamed' comes from the Arabic root 's-l-m,' which is related to peace and greetings. The Arabic word 'salaam' has been used for centuries in various cultures as a way of wishing peace upon others. The practice of salaaming can be traced back to early Islamic traditions, where it served not just as a greeting but also as a fundamental expression of goodwill and community. Over time, this gesture transcended religious boundaries and became incorporated into various social customs in regions influenced by Arabic culture, including parts of Africa, Asia, and beyond. The act of salaaming involves a specific set of gestures, often a bow or inclination of the head, accompanied by a verbal expression of the word 'salaam' or its equivalents in other languages. As a result, 'salaamed' has evolved into a term that conveys respect and tradition in many communities around the world.