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No. 4,093 in Arabic

دور

"دور" in English can mean "role," "turn," "phase," or "house," depending on context.

In a sentence

  • لكل شخص دور في المجتمع.

    Every person has a role in society.

    Here, "دور" (dawr) refers to a "role" or position that a person takes or performs in a context, emphasizing responsibilities or contributions.

  • عندما وصلت كان دوري لأدخل.

    When I arrived, it was my turn to enter.

    In this sentence, "دور" (dawr) indicates a "turn" in a sequence or order where actions are performed or privileges are granted.

  • بحثت عن مكان فارغ لكي ألعب دوراً.

    I looked for an empty place to act a role.

    In this context, "دور" (dawr) is used to mean a "role" or character that one assumes, often in a theatrical or performative sense.

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