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They are most likely calling Osama bin Laden Usama Bin Laden because they could have made a spelling error or They thought it was usama because its sounds close to usama.
Osama and Usama are the same name. In Arabic, the same letter (waw) can be pronounced somewhat closer to an "O" or closer to a "U" in English depending on accent. The transcription in English marks this difference, but it is the same name. (This is the same as the differences between Mohammed and Muhammad).
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What is the difference between Usama and Osama?
Arabic names in English: multiple spellingsWhen Arabic names are translated into English, there are often multiple spellings. The leader of Al Qaeda's name was most frequently spelled Osama bin Laden but it has also been reported as Usama bin Laden by the FBI, CIA and news organizations. Other variations on Osama bin Laden's name:- Usama bin Laden- Usama bin Ladin- Ussamah Bin Ladin- Oussama Ben Laden
Who was recently captured by American Navy Seals?
The answer you are looking for is Osama (or Usama) Bin Laden
Is his name spelled Osama bin laden or Usama bin laden?
Osama Bin Laden. ;] They're spelling it Usama instead of Osama because people get it mixed up with OBAMA! Osama and Usama are the same name. In Arabic, the same letter (waw) can be pronounced somewhat closer to an "O" or closer to a "U" in English depending on accent. The transcription in English marks this difference, but it is the same name. (This is the same as the differences between Mohammed and Muhammad).
What were the places usama Osama bin Laden bombed?
first of all, it's osama. and he attacked the USA, London, and Kenya.
Where is the dead body of usama Osama bin Laden we dont see the dead body of laden so why we trust and say that laden is dead?
yes you are write laden is not dead we really don't' see the body of laden. its rumour that his body is in the sea. where is the dead body of laden?
Is usama bin ladendead?
I don't think there is anyone named usama bin laden. maybe osama you mean? and no. Some people speculate he is already dead but there is no proof.
Where did they kill osama bin laden?
Osama (Usama) bin Laden was killed May 2, 2011 (Pakistan is one day ahead) or May 1, 2011 (US date). He was killed about 30 miles northeast of the capital.
What are the release dates for The Hunt for Usama Bin Laden - 2014?
The Hunt for Usama Bin Laden - 2014 was released on: USA: 2014 (internet)
What can you find in abbotobad?
Usama Bin Laden
What were some of the attacks from Osama bin Laden?
one of the main attacks that usama bin laden had made was attck the twin towers known as the world trade center. he orginized this years ago and had his plan come true.
Where does usama bin laden reside?
We hope in HELL!!
Is it Osama bin Laden or Usama bin Laden?
It is the same, they are both the same name and the same person just different spellings. Osama and Usama are the same name. In Arabic, the same letter (waw) can be pronounced somewhat closer to an "O" or closer to a "U" in English depending on accent. The transcription in English marks this difference, but it is the same name. (This is the same as the differences between Mohammed and Muhammad).
