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Books dealing with Arabic grammar
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?
Sentence Autopsy: What the Grammar of Surah 2:95 Reveals
A short Quranic verse can contain a surprising amount of grammar. In this first episode Sentence Autopsy, we trace a missing نون, attached pronouns, shifting sentence structures, and the meaning they help uncover.
The Truth About Emphatic Consonants in Arabic: Are They Really That Different?
While textbooks insist on the precise articulation of ṣād (ص), ḍād (ض), ṭāʾ (ط), and ẓāʾ (ظ), spoken Arabic tells a different story. Through vivid anecdotes of his respected teacher at the University of Exeter, guest author Andrew Cunningham explores how these rigid rules may soften in everyday conversation.
At-Takallum: Why This Arabic Learning Series Works for Me
Tired of traditional, grammar-heavy Arabic textbooks? Guest author Paul Ammann reviews the At-Takallum series, detailing the modern, communicative method that finally "clicked" for him and why it might be the right choice for your learning journey.
Muraija: The New Arabic Collocation Dictionary
Learning Arabic is challenging due to multiple word meanings. Mirko Vogel's new tool, Muraija (مُرَيْجَع), aims to revolutionize this. This article explains how Muraija, an Arabic collocation dictionary, shows how words are truly used, helping learners and translators improve their understanding and production of natural Arabic.
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.
The Ultimate Guide to Learning Arabic with ChatGPT
ChatGPT has made waves in AI, but how well does it handle Arabic? We test its ability to assist with Arabic vocabulary, grammar, writing, and translation, providing an honest assessment for language learners.
Why Does the Qur’an Use لَمْ نَكُ? The Deletion of the Nun in كان
When reading the Qur'an, you may encounter لَمْ نَكُ which seems unusual. This article explains the deletion of the letter ن from the verb كان in its jussive mood, detailing its prerequisites and hidden meanings.
