jabha

Jabha, written in Arabic as جبهة, is a term that primarily designates the forehead—the front part of the head. In anatomical and everyday use, it refers to the frontal region of the face and, more broadly, to the front surface of an object or creature.

In addition to its literal sense, jabha is used metaphorically to denote the front or forepart of something. In political and military contexts, it commonly describes a front, front line, or faction. The term appears in discussions of alliances, blocs, or organized efforts presented as a cooperative front.

Transliteration varies, with forms such as jabha, jabhā, jabeha, or jabhaa reflecting different vowel conventions and the treatment of the hamza. Beyond its common noun usage, jabha may also appear as a personal name or surname within Arabic-speaking communities and in regions influenced by Arabic naming practices.

There are no widely adopted alternate meanings beyond these senses in major reference works, though jabha can appear in various compound phrases and toponyms in areas affected by Arabic language and culture.