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hukuma
Government
The group of people who govern a country or region.
بنت الحكومة مستشفى جديدا.
The government built a new hospital.
The word 'حكومة' (hukuma) is derived from the root ح-ك-م, which means to govern. It has historical significance in relation to political authority and governance.
Hukuma is employed in formal contexts, particularly in legal and political discussions, debates, and news. It is a universally recognized term in the Arab world.