Discover the meaning of the word Nm (نم) in the Quran, with 1 verse in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.
نم
Nm
Root: ن - م
Quranic language 1 verse
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Nm
An-Namīmah refers to slander and gossip.
The Almighty says: 'Spreader of malicious gossip' (Al-Qalam 11).
An-nammām is the slanderer.
An-namm is carrying tales to sow discord.
Nm in the Quran (1)
Meccan: 1 Medinan: 0
Surah Al-Qalam : 11 Meccan
﴿هَمَّازٍۢ مَّشَّآءٍۭ بِنَمِيمٍۢ﴾
[And] scorner, going about with malicious gossip -
God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.