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محفظة

mihfaza

Wallet

Beginnernoun · feminine

Definition

A small case for carrying money and cards.

Example

ضاعت محفظتي في السوق.

I lost my wallet in the market.

Etymology

The word 'محفظة' (mihfaza) originates from the root 'ح ف ظ' (h-f-z), conveying the idea of protection or safeguarding. It primarily refers to a wallet or purse.

How & Where It’s Used

Commonly used in both spoken and written Arabic contexts, 'محفظة' is appropriate for both formal discussions on finance and casual references to personal items.

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