Meaning & use
talaq
In Islamic law, a divorce initiated by a husband through a formal spoken or written declaration.
See it in a sentence
Under classical Islamic law, talaq must generally follow specific steps before it becomes final.
Scholars debate how modern courts should interpret talaq alongside national family law.
A note on using this word
A specialized legal and religious term; its exact procedures and validity vary across countries and legal schools.
Words with a similar meaning
This term is best learned through its definition and examples.
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “talaq”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.