No. 635 in Arabic
دائرة
The Arabic word "دائرة" means "circle" or "district" in English, depending on the context.
In a sentence
رسمتُ دائرةً على الورقة.
I drew a circle on the paper.
Here, 'دائرة' refers to a geometrical shape, specifically a circle.
دائرة الأصدقاء لديها كبيرة.
Her circle of friends is large.
In this context, 'دائرة' metaphorically signifies a group or network, specifically her social connections.
يعمل والدي في دائرة حكومية.
My father works in a government department.
In this usage, 'دائرة' refers to a formal organization or administrative department.
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