Medina

[mə-ˈdē-nə]
nounfeminine
Medina
1. The second holiest city in Islam, located in Saudi Arabia, where the Prophet Muhammad established the first Islamic community
Medina is one of the most sacred cities in the Islamic faith.
Medina é uma das cidades mais sagradas da fé islâmica.
2. The old medina; a traditional Arab city or the old quarter of a North African city, typically with narrow winding streets and traditional architecture
We wandered through the medina of Marrakech exploring the local markets.
Percorremos a medina de Marrakech explorando os mercados locais.
Medina holds profound religious significance in Islam as the city where Prophet Muhammad fled and established the first Muslim community. In contemporary usage, 'medina' also refers to the traditional quarters of North African cities, particularly in Morocco and Tunisia, characterized by bustling souks, narrow alleyways, and traditional craftsmanship. This term is widely recognized in both Brazil and Portugal in historical, cultural, and religious contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
kasbahcasbahold townIslamic city

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Medina
Used when referring to the Islamic city or traditional Arab quarters
Portugal
Medina
Same usage as in Brazil; commonly used in historical and cultural contexts

Related Words

mosqueIslamhajjSaudi ArabiaMuhammadsoukArab

Related Idioms & Phrases

pilgrimage to Medina
streets of the medina
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