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إضافة
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The term إضافة (Idafa) in Arabic grammar refers to the construct state, where two nouns are linked together to show possession or a close relationship. The first noun (المضاف) is the possessed item, and the second noun (المضاف إليه) is the possessor, with the second noun typically in the genitive case.
“He gives it to me” – How to add two pronoun suffixes in Arabic
In Arabic, some verbs can take 2 objects. But as soon as you have 2 pronominal suffixes, it gets tricky. Here's why.
What does Nunation express in Arabic?
Nunation (تنوين) in Arabic is used when there is no definite article ال. But that is only half of the truth. The idea is much deeper.
Ways to say ‘to have’ in Arabic
Arabic does not have a verb "to have". Instead, you use constructions with prepositions and adverbs to express the same idea.
What is the logical subject in Arabic?
In Arabic, there is the grammatical subject and the "logical subject" which is used with quantifiers. You need to decide which one you use for the verb.
