حكمة
hikmah
The English phrase 'wisdom' is translated into Arabic as حكمة (hikmah).
The word refers to the ability to apply relevant knowledge in an insightful way.
Meaning: ability to apply relevant knowledge in an insightful way (noun)
Which one should you use?
The word فطنة is a formal way to say wisdom, referring to discernment and sharpness of mind.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is hikmah.
Did you know?
- The phrase حكيم is the adjective for 'wise', but it is also the standard word for a 'doctor' or 'physician' in older Arabic texts. This reflects a time when medicine was viewed as a branch of philosophical wisdom.
- The root of حكمة is also connected to the concept of a 'bit' used in a horse's mouth, a tool used to control and guide a creature.
- The Arabic word حكمة shares the same ancient root as the Hebrew word חָכְמָה, meaning they are linguistic cousins from the same Semitic family.
Examples in context
- إن الحكمة تأتي مع التجارب والتعلم المستمر.Wisdom comes with experience and continuous learning.
- لا يدل العمر على الفطنة، فالحكمة تأتي من تجارب الحياة.Age does not indicate wisdom, wisdom comes from life experiences.
- بتواضع وعقل سديد، تصبح صاحب حكمة.With humility and a sound mind, you become a wise person.
- في النهاية، الفهم هو أساس الحكمة والتطور الشخصي.Ultimately, understanding is the foundation of wisdom and personal growth.
- نحتاج إلى حكمة في اتخاذ القرار.Nahtaju ila hikma fi ittikhadh al-qarar.We need wisdom in making the decision.
- تظهر حكمة القائد في الأزمات.Tazharu hikmat al-qa'id fi al-azamat.The leader's wisdom appears in crises.
Example conversation
Nour and Yusuf are discussing a difficult work situation.
- نور Nourكيف نتعامل مع هذا الموقف الصعب؟Kayfa nata'amalu ma'a hadha al-mawquf al-sa'b?How do we deal with this difficult situation?
- يوسف Youssefنحتاج إلى حكمة كبيرة الآن.Nahtaju ila hikma kabira al-an.We need great wisdom now.
- نور Nourأنت رجل حكيم يا يوسف.Anta rajul hakim ya Yusuf.You are a wise man, Yusuf.
- يوسف Youssefشكراً لكِ يا نور.Shukran laki ya Nour.Thank you, Nour.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries حكمة, CC BY-SA 4.0.
