تَعَدُّد
The state of being multiple, diverse, or consisting of many parts or elements. In academic contexts, it refers to plurality in cultures, opinions, or biological types.
Examples
3 of 5يجب مراعاة تَعَدُّد الآراء عند اتخاذ القرار.
Multiplicity of opinions must be considered when making a decision.
هناك تَعَدُّد في الخيارات المتاحة للطلاب.
There is a multiplicity of options available to students.
يؤدي تَعَدُّد المصادر إلى فهم أعمق للموضوع.
A multiplicity of sources leads to a deeper understanding of the topic.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Adad' (number). Ta'addud is having many numbers of something.
Quick Quiz
يتميز العصر الحديث بـ ___ الوسائل الإعلامية.
Correct!
The correct answer is: تعدد
Examples
يجب مراعاة تَعَدُّد الآراء عند اتخاذ القرار.
formalMultiplicity of opinions must be considered when making a decision.
هناك تَعَدُّد في الخيارات المتاحة للطلاب.
academicThere is a multiplicity of options available to students.
يؤدي تَعَدُّد المصادر إلى فهم أعمق للموضوع.
everydayA multiplicity of sources leads to a deeper understanding of the topic.
تَعَدُّد المهام قد يقلل من الإنتاجية أحياناً.
businessMultitasking can sometimes reduce productivity.
ناقش الباحث تَعَدُّد الأسباب وراء هذه الظاهرة.
academicThe researcher discussed the multiplicity of reasons behind this phenomenon.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
على تَعَدُّد أشكاله
in its many forms
تَعَدُّد الوظائف
multi-functionality
سياسة تَعَدُّد
pluralism policy
Often Confused With
Tanuwu' emphasizes diversity in kind, while Ta'addud emphasizes the sheer number or plurality.
Usage Notes
Used frequently in TOEFL readings regarding biology (species diversity) or sociology (cultural pluralism).
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'tathir' (many) when the formal noun 'ta'addud' (multiplicity) is required in academic writing.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Adad' (number). Ta'addud is having many numbers of something.
Word Origin
Derived from the root ع-د-د (A-D-D) meaning to count.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Often discussed in the context of 'Ta'addud al-zawjat' (polygamy) in legal contexts, but broadly academic elsewhere.
Quick Quiz
يتميز العصر الحديث بـ ___ الوسائل الإعلامية.
Correct!
The correct answer is: تعدد
Related Vocabulary
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توافق
B1The state of having the same opinion or being consistent and harmonious with something else; consensus or compatibility.
متزايد
B2Increasing in size, amount, degree, or intensity over time.
مُقَوِّمَات
B2The essential elements, foundations, or basic components necessary for the success or existence of something.
تَقْلِيدِيّ
B2Relating to or based on long-established customs, styles, or methods; conventional.
تنامي
B2The gradual increase or growth of something, often used to describe trends, feelings, or social phenomena.
بشري
B1Relating to or characteristic of humankind. It is frequently used in academic contexts to discuss demographics, resources, and the impact of human activity on the environment.
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