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Grammatical agreement in Arabic (المطابقة النحوية في اللغة العربية) refers to the matching of grammatical features such as gender, number, and case between different parts of a sentence. For example, adjectives must agree with the nouns they describe in gender and number.
What Sixteen Words Can Hide: The Grammar of Qur’an 41:11
A sky made of smoke, a command addressed to two, and a reply that suddenly shifts the grammar. Qurʾān 41:11 looks simple at first glance—but its sixteen words hide several striking features of classical Arabic.
Omar al-Mukhtar and the Airplanes Under the Throne
Omar al-Mukhtar, the Libyan resistance leader who fought Italian colonial rule, is credited with a famous reply about Italian airplanes and the Throne of God. But did he really say it?
Why is شَمْسٌ (“sun”) Feminine? A Guide to Arabic Verb Agreement & Gender
Feminine subject, masculine verb? Yes, it happens in Arabic grammar. Learn the specific situations and types of feminine nouns where this unexpected agreement occurs.
Grammatical Imposters and Double Agents: Unmasking the True Identity of وَسِيطٌ and عَدُوٌّ | UA #5
Ever memorized an Arabic pattern only to find it doesn't work as expected? We dissect two tricky words, عَدُوٌّ (enemy) and وَسِيطٌ (mediator), to reveal a core principle of Arabic grammar: actual usage always trumps the textbook form.
Sahehly Review: Can This AI Tool Fix Your Arabic Grammar Mistakes?
Sahehly, an Arabic AI tool from Sakhr, helps improve writing by fixing grammar mistakes, suggesting synonyms, and providing tashkeel. Our test showed it to be quite promising.
How Do You Translate ‘They/Them’ into a Gendered Language Like Arabic?
Netflix subtitlers face significant challenges translating nonbinary gender expressions into Arabic due to the language's deeply gendered nature and cultural perceptions. This article highlights a study on shows like 'Degrassi Next Class' and 'One Day at a Time,' exploring linguistic hurdles and potential translation techniques for more inclusive Arabic content.
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.
A Guide to Arabic Collective Nouns and Plurals (اسم الجنس)
The Arabic plural has many subtleties, including special collective forms. This article explains different plural categories and then focuses on collective nouns, like those for "camel." It also clarifies agreement rules in Arabic and compares them to English collective noun usage.
Is It مَبْنِيٌّ or مَبْنِيّةٌ? The Hidden Gender of Arabic Grammar Terms
Arabic grammar terms often have ambiguous genders, like "مَبْنِيٌّ" (indeclinable). This article explains why both masculine and feminine forms are correct, revealing the unspoken words influencing their gender and offering insights into Arabic grammatical agreement.
Can You Pass the Al-Jazeera Arabic Grammar Test? A Nerd’s Guide to the Toughest Questions
Al-Jazeera's online quiz tests Arabic grammar (صرف and نحو). This article breaks down challenging questions on demonstratives, relative pronouns, verb conjugations, and various accusative types to help you master the test.
