Browse Tag

سكون

4 posts

In Arabic grammar, سكون refers to the absence of a vowel sound on a consonant. It is represented by a small circle (ــْـ) placed above the letter. Sukoon indicates that the consonant should be pronounced without any vowel, resulting in a brief pause or stillness in the pronunciation.

A young woman with short, textured blonde hair featuring a streak of red, is holding an oversized, distressed orange number 8 in front of her face, set against a dark background.
Read More

The Number 8 in Arabic: Grammar and Spelling

The number 8 in Arabic is tricky! This article breaks down its special grammatical rules, including why the masculine form is unique, how to correctly use 18, and why 800 often sounds the same. Master this challenging area of Arabic numbers.