World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesmadrasa
Pronunciation / Transliteration: madrasa
"De nombreux étudiants fréquentent une madrasa pour approfondir leur compréhension du Coran."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A school for the study of Islamic theology and religious law.
"Many students attend a madrassa to deepen their understanding of the Quran." - 2
An educational institution in some Muslim countries, often providing both religious and secular education.
"The madrassa also offers courses in mathematics and science alongside religious studies."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'madrassa' originates from the Arabic word 'مَدْرَسَة' (madrasa), which means 'school'. It has been used since the medieval period to refer to educational institutions in the Islamic world, evolving to denote various types of schools that teach Islamic theology and law.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Madrassa"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Madrassa" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
madrasa
Transliteration: madrasa
"De nombreux étudiants fréquentent une madrasa pour approfondir leur compréhension du Coran."
Madrasa
Transliteration: Madrasa
"Die Madrasa bietet auch Kurse in Mathematik und Wissenschaft an."
madrasa
Transliteration: madrasa
"Molti studenti frequentano una madrasa per approfondire la loro comprensione del Corano."
madrasa
Transliteration: madrasa
"Muchos estudiantes asisten a una madrasa para profundizar su comprensión del Corán."
madrassa
Transliteration: madrassa
"Muitos alunos frequentam uma madrassa para aprofundar sua compreensão do Alcorão."
मदरस्सा
Transliteration: madarsā
"कई छात्र कुरान की समझ को गहरा करने के लिए मदरस्सा जाते हैं।"
宗教学校
Transliteration: zōngjiào xuéxiào
"许多学生参加宗教学校以加深对古兰经的理解。"
마드라사
Transliteration: madeurasa
"많은 학생들이 꾸란에 대한 이해를 깊이기 위해 마드라사에 다닙니다."
マドラサ
Transliteration: madorasu
"多くの学生がコーランの理解を深めるためにマドラサに通っています。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsTo question someone thoroughly about a completed mission, project, or undertaking.
A document or electronic record issued by a carrier or shipping company confirming that goods have been received and dispatched for transport to a specified destination.
Apt to shoot without sufficient provocation or before fully assessing a situation.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Madrassa"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.