Definitions

1. noun

A hamza is a diacritic mark in the Arabic alphabet, consisting of a superscript dot placed above or below a letter.

“The Arabic text uses a hamza to indicate a glottal stop in pronunciation.”

2. proper noun

Hamza is also the name of a character from Islamic mythology, often depicted as a demon or devil.

“In the hadith, Hamza is said to have been a companion of Iblis.”

3. noun

Hamza can also refer to a person’s name, often of Arabic origin.

“Hamza is a common name in many Middle Eastern countries.”