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- US Pronunciation
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- [mah-dee]
- /ˈmɑ di/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [mah-dee]
- /ˈmɑ di/
Definitions of mahdi word
- noun plural mahdi the Muslim messiah, an expected spiritual and temporal ruler destined to establish a reign of righteousness throughout the world. 1
- noun plural mahdi any of various claimants to this role, especially Muhammad Ahmed, who established an independent government in the Anglo-Egyptian Sudan that lasted until 1898. 1
- noun mahdi the title assumed by Mohammed Ahmed. ?1843–85, Sudanese military leader, who led a revolt against Egypt (1881) and captured Khartoum (1885) 0
- noun mahdi any of a number of Muslim messiahs expected to convert all mankind to Islam 0
- noun mahdi a Muslim messianic leader; esp., such a leader and prophet expected by Muslims to appear on earth before the world ends 0
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Origin of mahdi
First appearance:
before 1790 One of the 43% newest English words
First recorded in 1790-1800, Mahdi is from the Arabic word mahdīy he who is guided
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Parts of speech for Mahdi
noun
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preposition
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mahdi popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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