jubbah
- noun
- /ˈdʒʌbə/
- The tailor carefully stitched the decorative trim onto the new jubbah.
Examples
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He wore a white jubbah to the mosque for Friday prayers.
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Many men in Saudi Arabia prefer to wear a jubbah.
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In some regions, a jubbah is worn during special religious ceremonies.
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He wore a jubbah during the ceremony.
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He wore a traditional jubbah during the festival, which highlighted the cultural attire of his community.
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The man in the jubbah stood out in the crowd with his bright colors and intricate patterns.
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In many Middle Eastern countries, it is common for men to don a jubbah for formal occasions.
Synonyms
A long loose coat worn in South Asia, often by men
A long loose robe that men in the Middle East wear
A long loose robe with a hood that people wear in North Africa and the Middle East
A long loose robe with a hood worn in North Africa
A long loose outer robe from Sudan often worn by men or for religious reasons
How Long
Surface Forms
Etymology
Jubbah comes from the Arabic word jubba, which meant a 'long robe' or 'outer garment'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture a long, loose robe worn over other clothes for prayers or special ceremonies, which is exactly why jubbah means a long, loose outer garment today.