jinn

Meanings

• noun

  Beings in Arabian folklore and Islam believed to be made of smokeless fire. They can influence human life, often for good but also for evil.

  - "Jinn are mentioned in many stories and legends from the Middle East."
  - "Some people believe that jinn can grant wishes if they are pleased."
  - "The protagonist in the Arabian Nights encounters a malevolent jinn."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with jinn
gin , win

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Variants

List of all variants of jinn that leads to same result
djinn , djinni , djinns , jinn , jinni , jinns

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Etymology

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From the Arabic word 'jinn' meaning 'hidden' or 'concealed'. In Islamic belief, jinn are created from smokeless fire.

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Trivia

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1. Jinn are mentioned in the Quran more than 100 times.

2. The word 'jinn' is also used in modern Arabic to refer to humans collectively.

3. Some scholars believe that jinn were created before humans.

4. Jinn are believed to be able to take on various shapes and forms.

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Related Concepts

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1. Genies: The term 'genie' is derived from 'jinn' and refers to a specific type of jinn who grants wishes. Genies are often depicted as powerful and benevolent beings.

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Culture

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Jinn have been a significant part of Arabian folklore and Islamic tradition for centuries. They are often depicted as supernatural beings with various powers and abilities. Jinn are believed to inhabit the desert and are mentioned in the Quran and Hadith. In literature, jinn have been portrayed in various ways, from mischievous and playful to powerful and malevolent.

How to Memorize "jinn"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a being made of fire or smoke.
   - Imagine a creature from Arabian folklore with supernatural powers.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'jinn' with the Middle East and Arabian folklore.
   - Think of a supernatural being with various powers and abilities.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Jinn start with the letter 'J', just like 'jumping jack' or 'jelly'.

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