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تبعية (noun)

The state of being dependent on or controlled by someone or something else; dependency.

💬 Example

"تسعى الدول النامية لتقليل التبعية الاقتصادية."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'tab' (تب) on a leash, 'i' (ي) followed by 'yah' (ة). The 'tab' represents something being led, and the leash...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
اعتماد خضوع انقياد اتكال
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'تبعية' for simple reliance. → Using 'اعتماد' for simple reliance.

Confusing 'تبعية' with 'تابع' (follower). → 'تابع' is a person or entity that follows; 'تبعية' is the state of being dependent or subordinate.

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