Browse Tag
Biblical Hebrew
10 posts
Biblical Hebrew (العبرية التوراتية) is the ancient form of the Hebrew language used in the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh).
Sentence Autopsy: The Invisible Predicate of Praise in Sura 1:2
Four words hide a surprising amount of grammar. Why is الْحَمْدُ nominative, where is its predicate, what is رَبِّ doing, and why does الْعَالَمِينَ behave like a sound masculine plural?
Learning Hebrew as an Arabic Speaker: A Practical Guide to Grammar, Vocabulary, and the Alphabet
Learning Hebrew is much easier if you already know Arabic. This article reveals the strong connections between these Semitic languages, from shared roots and grammatical structures to alphabet similarities. It also uncovers a fascinating mistranslation in the Old Testament concerning Moses and the "Red Sea."
Test Your Arabic Language Level with This Arabic Vocabulary Quiz
Arabic vocabulary is tough. This quiz tests your Arabic confidence with 20 common words. Challenge yourself from beginner to advanced levels with this quick, engaging assessment.
Write Arabic in LibreOffice Without a Hassle: The Font Name Fix Extension
LibreOffice's default font settings can create a frustrating experience when switching between Arabic and other languages. This article explains the "Font Name Fix" extension, a simple solution to ensure your chosen Arabic font stays put, improving your writing workflow.
How to Color Arabic Diacritics (Tashkeel) in LibreOffice: 3 Easy Methods
This guide offers solutions for coloring Arabic diacritical marks (tashkeel, تَشْكِيل) in LibreOffice and Microsoft Word. Learn to use macros, search-and-replace functions, and the Mishkallo extension to enhance Arabic text readability.
How to Get Arabic Subtitles on Netflix for Any Movie or Series
This guide provides a simple trick to add Arabic subtitles to almost any Netflix movie or series. It works on TVs, Chromecasts, and Fire Sticks, requiring no installations.
How to Write the Final Hamza (ء) in Arabic: A Simple Guide
The final Hamza is tricky, even for native speakers. This guide explains why it appears at the end of words and how it relates to weak root letters like و and ي, using clear examples and rules.
Solving the Mystery of مِائَة: The Story Behind the Spelling of 100 in Arabic
The Arabic word for "hundred," مِائَة, presents a fascinating linguistic anomaly: it's written with an extra Aleph, but pronounced as مِئَة. This article delves into the historical reasons behind this unique spelling, clarifies the correct pronunciation, and explains its grammatical usage, including how it combines with other numbers.
How to Add Arabic Subtitles to Netflix (Easy Guide)
A step-by-step tutorial on how to add Arabic subtitles to Netflix using the OpenSubtitles extension, which works great for Arabic.
Arabic “but” (لكن): the Dagger Aleph (أَلِف خَنْجَرِيَّة) explained
Many Arabic words, including لٰكن (but/however) and even "Allah" (اللّٰه)), are written with a subtle mark called the dagger Aleph (أَلِف خَنْجَرِيَّة). This article explains why these words appear different from their pronunciation, delving into the historical evolution of Arabic script and how this short vertical dash signifies a long vowel, especially in Quranic and common words.
