Fundamental Steps: How to Write Good in Arabic from the Start?
Are you learning Arabic and want to express your thoughts clearly and accurately? Do you aim to communicate effectively with native speakers, whether in daily conversations or more formal settings? Mastering Arabic writing isn’t just an extra skill; it’s a key to unlocking new doors in cultural understanding and effective communication. In this article, we’ll […]
Arabic Essentials for Apartment Hunting
marHaban and welcome to this week’s lesson in our Arabic for Life Series on apartment hunting. In this lesson, you’ll learn a lot of vocabulary associated with living spaces and, of course, practical vocabulary and expressions used by anyone looking for a new place to live in the Arab world. In Part 2, you’ll read […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Asking Questions in Arabic
When you first start learning Arabic, one of the most crucial steps in learning and understanding the language is knowing how to ask even the simplest of questions. Today’s post is a lesson in learning how to do just that. And to make it as easy as possible, we’re going to divide the lesson into […]
It’s Taʻajjub! The Art of Exclamations in Arabic
Just as you would in English or most other languages, sometimes in Arabic you may have to let out a sudden cry or remark to express your surprise, anger, or pain. In English, these are called exclamations. In Arabic, they’re called تَعَجُّب /taʻajjub/. Both are used pretty much the same and both take an exclamation mark […]
Arabic Prepositions: List, Usage & Genitive Case Guide
Hello, ambitious learner! If you are aiming for fluency in Arabic, understanding Arabic prepositions is your most crucial step. These small words act as “bridges,” linking parts of a sentence and unlocking the precise meaning of any phrase. You might find prepositions in Arabic challenging at first because they don’t always translate directly to your […]
Who Did It? Understanding the Passive Voice in Arabic
Welcome to an important grammatical concept that will deepen your understanding of Arabic sentences: the passive voice in Arabic! Just like in English, the passive voice in Arabic allows you to describe an action without necessarily naming the person or thing performing it. Mastering the difference between active and passive in Arabic will not only […]
Counting with Confidence: Mastering Arabic Numbers Grammar
Welcome to a crucial and often challenging aspect of Arabic: Arabic numbers grammar! Unlike English, where numbers rarely change for gender, Arabic numbers have specific rules, especially regarding agreement with the noun they count. If you’ve ever wondered about Arabic numbers masculine and feminine forms, or how to correctly say Arabic numbers 20-30 or Arabic […]
ي | Yaa Arabic Letter Guide
Welcome, diligent student! If you are looking for comprehensive and simple information about the letter Yaa (ي) in Arabic, you are in the right place. The letter ي or Yaa in Arabic is one of the most important letters; it’s the last letter in the alphabetical order and has two distinct sounds that you must […]
Master the Wow Letter Arabic (و): Your Ultimate Guide to ‘W’ in Arabic
Embarking on the beautiful journey of learning Arabic means unlocking a new world with each letter you master. Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most versatile and essential characters in the alphabet: the letter و (Waw). If you’ve been searching for the wow arabic letter or wondering how to pronounce the ‘w’ sound, […]
ه | The haa Arabic Letter: Pronunciation, Shapes, and haa’ al-Ḍamīr
Welcome, language learner! Successfully mastering the Arabic letter Hā’ (ه) marks a true milestone in your journey. It’s not just an easy-to-pronounce letter; it’s a key to unlocking many grammatical rules and everyday words. This comprehensive guide will simplify the sound, shape, and crucial grammatical roles of the “Haa Arabic letter.” Get ready to turn […]