Browsing Tag
animal
10 posts
Camels or rain clouds? The intriguing word إبل in the Qur’an
The word Ibil – إِبِل – appears twice in the Qur'an. But what does it mean? Camels or rain clouds? An investigation.
Collective nouns in Arabic: Do you use the same word for camels and a camel?
Collective nouns, plurals and singular units are tricky in Arabic. What are the correct patterns, are they masculine or feminine and should we treat them as singular or plural? An overview
The 70 most important Arabic words related to camels
Arabic learners know the word جمل for camel. But Arabic has hundreds of terms and descriptions for the camel/dromedary. I've collected 70 fascinating Arabic words related to camels - a list
E-rug “Sajdah” helps memorize the prayer ritual and the Qur’an
Must-have for geeks: a smart prayer rug with an LED display - to pray and recite the Qur'an correctly. The only downside: the price.
Arabic Novels from Yemen, Kuwait, Iraq, Sudan and Saudi-Arabia
In recent years many outstanding modern Arabic novels were translated into English. Part 3: authors from Yemen, Kuwait, Iraq, Sudan, Saudi-Arabia.
Quiz: How well do you know the Arabic terms for animals?
There are plenty of names for lion or camel in Arabic. How well do you know Arabic terms for animals? A quiz.
A list of Arabic proverbs and sayings
Famous Arabic proverbs and sayings about life, fate, friendship, luck, a person's character, etc. In Arabic and English.
How to learn Arabic calligraphy – an introduction
Arabic calligraphy is an exceptional art. Many Arabic students want to learn it - however, it is a long journey.
20 questions for: Mohammad Wehbe (#17)
Episode #17 of my series "9273 roots": 20 questions for the man who subtitles Arabic songs on youtube: Mohammad Wehbe.
Arabic swear words, curses and insults – a list
A list of Arabic swear words and curses. Collected from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Tunisia and other Arab countries.
