ملاكمة
mulākama
The English word "boxing" is translated into Arabic as ملاكمة (mulākama).
The term refers to the combat sport of boxing.
Meaning: the sport of boxing (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
ملاكمة is a feminine noun, so any adjective used to describe the sport must also be in its feminine form. You can also derive the noun for a person who practices the sport from this word by using the masculine form ملاكم, which means "boxer".
How do you pronounce it?
mulākama
Did you know?
- The root ل ك م refers to a forceful impact, and in classical Arabic, it specifically describes a punch delivered with the knuckles.
- Arabic grammar allows the word ملاكم to be used as both a professional athlete and a descriptive adjective for someone who is 'pugnacious' or prone to fighting.
- In historical Arabic texts, the act of لكم was often discussed in the context of chivalry and strength before the modern sport of boxing was standardized.
Examples in context
- هل تشاهد مباراة ملاكمة الليلة؟hal tushāhid mubārat mulākamah al-laylah?Are you watching a boxing match tonight?
