Nunation
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /nʌˈneɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nunation is a noun meaning In Standard Arabic, The use of a suffix ("-n") signifying a lack of syntactical definiteness of the noun or adjective.
Meaning
In Standard Arabic, The use of a suffix ("-n") signifying a lack of syntactical definiteness of the noun or adjective.
More Meanings
- In Akkadian, the use of a suffix ("-n") in dual forms.
Word Forms
- nunations
- nunnation
Synonyms for nunation
Depending on context, synonyms include tanwin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sukun, sukkun, nuqta, noon, adnominalizer, halant.
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