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The word ما is one of the most difficult words in Egyptian Arabic (and by the way, in Standard Arabic as well). Oftentimes, it is misunderstood.
The word Allah (الله) is a special word in many ways. Especially the pronunciation can be tricky if you don't know the rules. Here is how it works.
The Arabic TV series (musalsal) Black Crows غرابيب سود is on Youtube - with English subtitles (and on Netflix). It depicts life under ISIS.
The verb ba'a (بَقى) in Egyptian Arabic is tricky. You'll hear this verb in many situations. In general, it is used with a following past tense verb.
Muslims say "In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the most Merciful", the Basmalah. The attributes are used as synonyms, but there is a fine difference.
You can use ب or من to emphasize in Arabic. They are extra letters to convey emphasis. The rules are simple.
A separate personal pronoun can be used to give emphasis in Arabic. It is called Damir al-fasl. Here is how it works.
The letter Nun can be used to convey emphasis (energetic). There is a "light" and a "strong" form. Here is how it works.