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فَعَّلَ
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The Arabic pattern فَعَّلَ and how it can be used.
The UN ‘List of Shame’ & an Israel-Egypt Gas Dispute: A Media Arabic Briefing | Media Arabic Booster 06/24
This issue decodes the alleged political blackmail behind Egypt's energy crisis and Israel's gas supplies, plus the UN's "List of Shame" declaration. Learn the Arabic vocabulary used to discuss energy politics, international pressure, and legal disputes.
Three Tough Arabic Challenges: Verb رَأَى, Numbers & Egyptian ‘Bala Neela’ | Arabic Workout #01
This Arabic Workout episode (#01) offers focused practice on key Arabic elements. Sharpen your skills with the tricky verb رَأَى, learn to write the complex number 9,441,861, and dive into the fascinating Egyptian-Arabic expression "بلا نيلة" (bala neela).
Tensions Between Morocco and Algeria & Record Numbers of New German Citizens | Media Arabic Booster 05/24
This issue decodes the geopolitical tensions and arms race between Morocco and Algeria, and a report on record numbers of new citizens in Germany. Learn the Arabic vocabulary used to discuss conflict risk, alliances, and naturalization.
Sudan’s Media Blackout & Gaza’s “Elusive” Truce | Media Arabic Booster 04/24
This issue of the Media Arabic Booster decodes Sudan's shutdown of major Arab news channels as a political pressure tactic and analyzes the language used to describe the "elusive" Gaza truce. Learn the Arabic vocabulary for media censorship, diplomacy, and conflict negotiation.
Jordan’s Political Divisions & The “Shining” New Capital of Egypt | Media Arabic Booster 03/24
This issue decodes the five major political trends dividing Jordanian society over the Gaza conflict and analyzes the language used to praise Egypt's New Capital. Learn the Arabic vocabulary used to discuss public opinion, national priorities, and state propaganda.
Algeria’s Mauritania Strategy & Egypt’s “People of Determination” | Media Arabic Booster 02/24
This issue decodes Algeria's diplomatic outreach to Mauritania amid regional tensions and analyzes the official Egyptian terminology for people with disabilities. Learn the Arabic vocabulary used for geopolitics, diplomacy, and social affairs.
Decoding the Egypt-Ethiopia-Somaliland Conflict & Gaza’s Human Toll | Media Arabic Booster 01/24
This issue decodes the escalating geopolitical conflict between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Nile and the Somaliland port deal, and also looks at the human cost of war through the story of journalist Wael al-Dahdouh. Learn the Arabic vocabulary for diplomacy, conflict, and showing solidarity.
“I hope mastering Arabic takes nothing less than a lifetime” | Mennan Salih | 9273 Roots #33
From teaching herself Arabic at 16 to a PhD in Arabic Literature, Mennan Salih's journey is remarkable. She explores the fascinating links between Arabic and Akkadian, her love for the Iraqi dialect, and why she hopes mastering the language is a lifelong adventure.
What Does “Marhaban” Really Mean? The Deep Story of an Arabic Greeting
"Marhaban" (مَرْحَبًا) is central to Arab hospitality. This article presents the greeting's linguistic origins, cultural significance, and grammatical aspects, offering a clear overview of this key Arabic word.
Egypt’s View on Palestine, Kuwait’s Mourning & An Election “Win” | Media Arabic Booster 12/23
This issue decodes an Egyptian intellectual's view on the Palestinian cause and analyzes the language used for major national events, including elections and the death of Kuwait's Emir. Learn the vocabulary for political analysis, solidarity, and official announcements.
