تأخير

Word of the Day: “تأخير”

• Type: Noun

• Meaning: Delay

• Pronunciation: taʾkhīr

How it’s used:The word تأخير refers to something happening later than planned or expected. It is commonly used for transport, appointments, work, and daily situations. The verb form is أخّر (to delay).

Examples:

• حدث تأخير في الرحلة. — There was a delay in the flight.

• أعتذر عن التأخير. — I apologize for the delay.

• التأخير في العمل يسبب مشاكل. — Delay in work causes problems.

• لا يوجد تأخير في الموعد. — There is no delay in the appointment.

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