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hadiyya
Gift
Something given to someone on a special occasion.
هذه هدية صغيرة لك.
This is a small gift for you.
The word 'هدية' (hadiyya) comes from the root 'ه د ي' (h-d-y), which indicates giving or gifting. It has maintained its meaning related to gifts throughout Arabic history.
'هدية' is prevalent in both spoken and written Arabic, used in formal occasions such as weddings and informal contexts like birthday celebrations.