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sawm

/sɔːm/

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noun

/sɔːm/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее исламскую практику поста, особенно в месяц Рамадан, которая включает воздержание от еды, питья и других физических удовольствий от рассвета до заката.

A noun referring to the Islamic practice of fasting, particularly during the month of Ramadan, which involves abstaining from food, drink, and other physical pleasures from dawn until sunset.

uncountable

  1. Islamic fastingB2formal

    The third pillar of Islam, involving abstinence from food, drink, and other physical needs from dawn until sunset, especially during the month of Ramadan.

    ruИсламский пост

    • Sawm is observed by Muslims worldwide during the holy month of Ramadan.
    • The practice of sawm teaches self-discipline and empathy for the less fortunate.
    • During sawm, believers refrain from eating, drinking, and other physical pleasures from sunrise to sunset.

    Synonymsfastfasting