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In Arabic grammar, حال refers to the circumstantial adverb or state. It describes the condition or state of the subject or object at the time the action of the verb occurs. The حال is typically in the accusative case and provides additional information about how, when, or in what state the action is performed.

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Why is the Word for “War” (حَرْب) Feminine? Arabic Gender Exceptions Explained

Identifying grammatical gender in Arabic can be tricky due to exceptions. This article clarifies feminine indicators (تاء تأنيث, ألف تأنيث ممدودة/مقصورة), then highlights common masculine-looking nouns that are actually feminine (like حَرْب "war" and شَمْس "sun"). It also covers gender for body parts, proper nouns, and nouns that can be both masculine or feminine.