Arabic Word · Intermediate
غيبة
backbiting, bad-mouthing, maligning, harmful or slanderous gossip, speaking badly of a person in his absence
Pronunciation: /ɣiː.ba/
Meaning
backbiting, bad-mouthing, maligning, harmful or slanderous gossip, speaking badly of a person in his absence
Example
أستخدم كلمة "غيبة".
I use the word "غيبة".
Practice tips
- Practice غيبة out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Arabic word is for intermediate-level learners.