nejd

Thân thiện

The map shows the arid plateau of the Nejd in central Arabia.

Definition

Proper noun: A central plateau region of the Arabian Peninsula. Historically, it was an independent sultanate until 1932, when it united with the region of Hejaz to form the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Usage

"Nejd" is used as a proper noun to refer to a specific geographical and historical region. It is typically used in historical, geographical, or cultural contexts.

Examples

• The traditional culture of Nejd is distinct from that of the coastal regions of Arabia.
• Riyadh, the modern capital of Saudi Arabia, is located in the heart of the Nejd plateau.
• The unification of Nejd and Hejaz was a pivotal event in Saudi history.

Advanced Usage

• The Najdi dialect: Refers to the group of Arabic dialects spoken in the Nejd region, which form the basis of Modern Standard Arabic.
  • The poet's work is written in a pure Najdi dialect.
• Najdi: (Adjective) Of or relating to the Nejd region.
  • The museum exhibits feature traditional Najdi architecture.

Variants and Related Words

• Najd: An alternate transliteration of the Arabic name for the region.
• Najdi: (Adjective) Pertaining to Nejd. (Noun) A person from Nejd.

Synonyms

• Central Arabia
• Arabian Plateau (This is a broader geographical term that includes Nejd.)

Notes on Meaning

This word refers exclusively to the specific region in the Arabian Peninsula. It does not have other general meanings in English.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a central plateau region of the Arabian Peninsula; formerly an independent sultanate until 1932 when it united with Hejaz to form the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Nejd
• Najd