jjinn

Meanings

• noun

  In Arabic mythology, a type of supernatural being or genie.

  - "The jjinn appeared to the travelers in the desert and offered them food and water."
  - "The jjinn granted the hero three wishes."
  - "The story of the jjinn and the merchant's daughter is a popular Arabic folktale."

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Variants

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djinn , djinni , djinns , jinni , jinn , jinns

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Etymology

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Derived from the Arabic root 'jnn' meaning 'hidden' or 'concealed'.

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Trivia

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1. The jjinn are mentioned in the Quran, the holy book of Islam.

2. The term 'jjinn' is also used in the context of computer programming to refer to a type of software entity.

3. The jjinn are often depicted as having a strong connection to fire.

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Related Concepts

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1. Djinn: An alternate English spelling of the Arabic word 'jjinn'.

2. Genie: A magical being, often depicted as a servant or helper, originating from Arabic mythology. The term 'genie' is derived from 'jjinn'.

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Culture

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The jjinn are important figures in Arabic and Islamic mythology. They are often depicted as powerful beings with magical abilities who can grant wishes or cause mischief. They are believed to inhabit deserts, mountains, and other remote places. In Arabic literature, the jjinn are a common motif in folktales and poetry.

How to Memorize "jjinn"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a swirling sandstorm, and in the center, a powerful figure appears. This is a jjinn.
   - Visualize a tall, muscular figure with glowing eyes and a long beard. This is a common depiction of a jjinn.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the jjinn with the desert and the Arabian Nights.
   - Think of the jjinn as powerful, magical beings who can grant wishes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that jjinn starts with the letter 'j' and has the sound of 'gin' in 'genie'.
   - Think of the jjinn as 'j'-shaped beings, with a long body and a curved tail.

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