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مفعول مطلق
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The so-called absolute object (مفعول مطل) is a unique type of object in Arabic grammar. It’s a verbal noun that’s derived from the same verb it modifies and is used to emphasize the action, specify its type, or indicate its extent.
Free online Arabic grammar test from Al-Jazeera
Al-Jazeera offers a grammar test. There are a couple of pitfalls. So, reason enough to take a look at the most important Arabic grammar topics.
The Islamic expression لَبَّيْكَ: grammar and usage explained
The phrase لَبَّيْكَ (labbaika) is said during the pilgrimage in Islam (Hajj) before the pilgrims enter Mecca. It means: "Here I am! At your service!" But what kind of form is لَبَّيْكَ?
Expressing frequency in Arabic: The اسم المرة
In Arabic, there is a special type of مصدر that focuses on the number of times an action is performed. It is called اسم المرة, which means noun of frequency.
