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A CLASSIC | What Is an Ism al-Masdar? The "Other" Verbal Noun in Arabic
Arabic features اِسْم الْمَصْدَر (Ism al-Masdar), a shorter form of the original Masdar that often points to the action's result. This article clarifies its difference from the primary Masdar (e.g., غِناءٌ vs. تَغْنِيَةٌ), showing its frequ
Arabic features اِسْم الْمَصْدَر (Ism al-Masdar), a shorter form of the original Masdar that often points to the action's result. This article clarifies its difference from the primary Masdar (e.g., غِناءٌ vs. تَغْنِيَةٌ), showing its frequ
January 21, 2026 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | What Is an Ism al-Masdar? The "Other" Verbal Noun in Arabic
Arabic features اِسْم الْمَصْدَر (Ism al-Masdar), a shorter form of the original Masdar that often points to the action's result. This article clarifies its difference from the primary Masdar (e.g., غِناءٌ vs. تَغْنِيَةٌ), showing its frequ
Arabic features اِسْم الْمَصْدَر (Ism al-Masdar), a shorter form of the original Masdar that often points to the action's result. This article clarifies its difference from the primary Masdar (e.g., غِناءٌ vs. تَغْنِيَةٌ), showing its frequ
The First Fact-Checkers: How al-Isnād Fights Fake NewsThe First Fact-Checkers: How al-Isnād Fights Fake News
In an age of digital misinformation, the early Islamic world offers a powerful model. This article breaks down Al-Isnād (الإسناد), the rigorous system of source verification for Prophetic tra
In an age of digital misinformation, the early Islamic world offers a powerful model. This article breaks down Al-Isnād (الإسناد), the rigorous system of source verification for Prophetic tra
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January 20, 2026 at 4:50 PM
The First Fact-Checkers: How al-Isnād Fights Fake NewsThe First Fact-Checkers: How al-Isnād Fights Fake News
In an age of digital misinformation, the early Islamic world offers a powerful model. This article breaks down Al-Isnād (الإسناد), the rigorous system of source verification for Prophetic tra
In an age of digital misinformation, the early Islamic world offers a powerful model. This article breaks down Al-Isnād (الإسناد), the rigorous system of source verification for Prophetic tra
A CLASSIC | Cutting the Qiblah
The direction of prayer should not be interrupted - at least not in the written form of the Arabic word. #Errabic https://yalla.li/7fdz6
The direction of prayer should not be interrupted - at least not in the written form of the Arabic word. #Errabic https://yalla.li/7fdz6
January 18, 2026 at 4:15 PM
A CLASSIC | Cutting the Qiblah
The direction of prayer should not be interrupted - at least not in the written form of the Arabic word. #Errabic https://yalla.li/7fdz6
The direction of prayer should not be interrupted - at least not in the written form of the Arabic word. #Errabic https://yalla.li/7fdz6
A CLASSIC | Understanding the Interpreted Infinitive (الْمَصْدَر الْمُؤَوَّل) in Arabic Grammar
The Arabic verbal noun often appears as الْمَصْدَر الْمُؤَوَّل (interpreted infinitive), formed by أَنْ or ما followed by a verb. This article clarifies how it achieves the same meaning as the explicit Masdar (e.g., أُريدُ أَنْ
The Arabic verbal noun often appears as الْمَصْدَر الْمُؤَوَّل (interpreted infinitive), formed by أَنْ or ما followed by a verb. This article clarifies how it achieves the same meaning as the explicit Masdar (e.g., أُريدُ أَنْ
January 14, 2026 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | Understanding the Interpreted Infinitive (الْمَصْدَر الْمُؤَوَّل) in Arabic Grammar
The Arabic verbal noun often appears as الْمَصْدَر الْمُؤَوَّل (interpreted infinitive), formed by أَنْ or ما followed by a verb. This article clarifies how it achieves the same meaning as the explicit Masdar (e.g., أُريدُ أَنْ
The Arabic verbal noun often appears as الْمَصْدَر الْمُؤَوَّل (interpreted infinitive), formed by أَنْ or ما followed by a verb. This article clarifies how it achieves the same meaning as the explicit Masdar (e.g., أُريدُ أَنْ
Unsteady FoundationUnsteady Foundation
Even a major foundation isn't immune to spelling slips. The Ensar Vakfı HQ sign in Istanbul drops a crucial Hamza, shaking its linguistic ground.#Errabic
Even a major foundation isn't immune to spelling slips. The Ensar Vakfı HQ sign in Istanbul drops a crucial Hamza, shaking its linguistic ground.#Errabic
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January 12, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Unsteady FoundationUnsteady Foundation
Even a major foundation isn't immune to spelling slips. The Ensar Vakfı HQ sign in Istanbul drops a crucial Hamza, shaking its linguistic ground.#Errabic
Even a major foundation isn't immune to spelling slips. The Ensar Vakfı HQ sign in Istanbul drops a crucial Hamza, shaking its linguistic ground.#Errabic
The Diptote That Isn't: Solving the Grammar Mystery of فَلْتَانٌ | UA #7The Diptote That Isn't: Solving the Grammar Mystery of فَلْتَانٌ | UA #7
Why does فَلْتَانٌ (security chaos) take Nunation (تنوين) if it ends in ـَان? It looks like a diptote (ممنوع من الصرف), but it's not. An analysis of classical grammar a
Why does فَلْتَانٌ (security chaos) take Nunation (تنوين) if it ends in ـَان? It looks like a diptote (ممنوع من الصرف), but it's not. An analysis of classical grammar a
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January 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM
The Diptote That Isn't: Solving the Grammar Mystery of فَلْتَانٌ | UA #7The Diptote That Isn't: Solving the Grammar Mystery of فَلْتَانٌ | UA #7
Why does فَلْتَانٌ (security chaos) take Nunation (تنوين) if it ends in ـَان? It looks like a diptote (ممنوع من الصرف), but it's not. An analysis of classical grammar a
Why does فَلْتَانٌ (security chaos) take Nunation (تنوين) if it ends in ـَان? It looks like a diptote (ممنوع من الصرف), but it's not. An analysis of classical grammar a
A CLASSIC | "Prayer is Better Than Sleep": The Unique Grammar of خَيْرٌ (khayr) in Arabic
The Arabic phrase "Prayer is better than sleep" (الصَّلاةُ خَيْرٌ مِن الْنَّوْمِ), recited during Fajr, has unique grammar. This article explains why خَيْرٌ means "better," deviating from the typical comparative pattern, and cl
The Arabic phrase "Prayer is better than sleep" (الصَّلاةُ خَيْرٌ مِن الْنَّوْمِ), recited during Fajr, has unique grammar. This article explains why خَيْرٌ means "better," deviating from the typical comparative pattern, and cl
January 7, 2026 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | "Prayer is Better Than Sleep": The Unique Grammar of خَيْرٌ (khayr) in Arabic
The Arabic phrase "Prayer is better than sleep" (الصَّلاةُ خَيْرٌ مِن الْنَّوْمِ), recited during Fajr, has unique grammar. This article explains why خَيْرٌ means "better," deviating from the typical comparative pattern, and cl
The Arabic phrase "Prayer is better than sleep" (الصَّلاةُ خَيْرٌ مِن الْنَّوْمِ), recited during Fajr, has unique grammar. This article explains why خَيْرٌ means "better," deviating from the typical comparative pattern, and cl
A CLASSIC | Can You Read Arabic without Dots?
Historically, Arabic was written without vowel signs or dots, a "skeleton script" that makes reading challenging. This article demonstrates how five distinct Arabic letters become identical without dots, and credits al-Farahidi for developing the modern
Historically, Arabic was written without vowel signs or dots, a "skeleton script" that makes reading challenging. This article demonstrates how five distinct Arabic letters become identical without dots, and credits al-Farahidi for developing the modern
December 31, 2025 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | Can You Read Arabic without Dots?
Historically, Arabic was written without vowel signs or dots, a "skeleton script" that makes reading challenging. This article demonstrates how five distinct Arabic letters become identical without dots, and credits al-Farahidi for developing the modern
Historically, Arabic was written without vowel signs or dots, a "skeleton script" that makes reading challenging. This article demonstrates how five distinct Arabic letters become identical without dots, and credits al-Farahidi for developing the modern
Death Row & Regional Rivalry: Saudi's Legal Verdicts and the UAE Power Play | MAB 12/25Death Row & Regional Rivalry: Saudi's Legal Verdicts and the UAE Power Play | MAB 12/25
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two major stories: a high-profile Saudi legal verdict on “Hirabah” (حِرَابَة) tied to a Cryst
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two major stories: a high-profile Saudi legal verdict on “Hirabah” (حِرَابَة) tied to a Cryst
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December 28, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Death Row & Regional Rivalry: Saudi's Legal Verdicts and the UAE Power Play | MAB 12/25Death Row & Regional Rivalry: Saudi's Legal Verdicts and the UAE Power Play | MAB 12/25
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two major stories: a high-profile Saudi legal verdict on “Hirabah” (حِرَابَة) tied to a Cryst
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two major stories: a high-profile Saudi legal verdict on “Hirabah” (حِرَابَة) tied to a Cryst
A CLASSIC | Hamza on Speed
Even on Saudi Arabia's modern high-speed train, spelling mistakes haunt you. #Errabic https://yalla.li/6vigc
Even on Saudi Arabia's modern high-speed train, spelling mistakes haunt you. #Errabic https://yalla.li/6vigc
December 28, 2025 at 4:11 PM
A CLASSIC | Hamza on Speed
Even on Saudi Arabia's modern high-speed train, spelling mistakes haunt you. #Errabic https://yalla.li/6vigc
Even on Saudi Arabia's modern high-speed train, spelling mistakes haunt you. #Errabic https://yalla.li/6vigc
A CLASSIC | The Difference Between Negating with ما (mā) and لَمْ (lam) in Arabic
While both ما and لَمْ negate actions in Arabic, they have subtle differences. This article clarifies that ما negates verbs in the past tense, whereas لَمْ negates present tense verbs (jussive mood) while conveying a past m
While both ما and لَمْ negate actions in Arabic, they have subtle differences. This article clarifies that ما negates verbs in the past tense, whereas لَمْ negates present tense verbs (jussive mood) while conveying a past m
December 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | The Difference Between Negating with ما (mā) and لَمْ (lam) in Arabic
While both ما and لَمْ negate actions in Arabic, they have subtle differences. This article clarifies that ما negates verbs in the past tense, whereas لَمْ negates present tense verbs (jussive mood) while conveying a past m
While both ما and لَمْ negate actions in Arabic, they have subtle differences. This article clarifies that ما negates verbs in the past tense, whereas لَمْ negates present tense verbs (jussive mood) while conveying a past m
Like It or Not: The Rhetorical Punch of شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَىLike It or Not: The Rhetorical Punch of شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَى
A look at شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَى. It’s the ultimate Arabic phrase for "like it or not." Understand the rhetorical engine that gives this idiom its unshakeable power.#Translati
A look at شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَى. It’s the ultimate Arabic phrase for "like it or not." Understand the rhetorical engine that gives this idiom its unshakeable power.#Translati
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December 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Like It or Not: The Rhetorical Punch of شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَىLike It or Not: The Rhetorical Punch of شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَى
A look at شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَى. It’s the ultimate Arabic phrase for "like it or not." Understand the rhetorical engine that gives this idiom its unshakeable power.#Translati
A look at شَاءَ مَنْ شَاءَ وَأَبَى مَنْ أَبَى. It’s the ultimate Arabic phrase for "like it or not." Understand the rhetorical engine that gives this idiom its unshakeable power.#Translati
A CLASSIC | What Is the Literal Meaning of the Word Dunyā (دُنْيا) in Arabic?
The Arabic word dunya (دُنْيا), commonly translated as "world," literally means "the lowest" or "the closest." This article explores its grammatical structure as the feminine elative of أَفْعَلُ (from root د-ن-و), revealing its d
The Arabic word dunya (دُنْيا), commonly translated as "world," literally means "the lowest" or "the closest." This article explores its grammatical structure as the feminine elative of أَفْعَلُ (from root د-ن-و), revealing its d
December 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | What Is the Literal Meaning of the Word Dunyā (دُنْيا) in Arabic?
The Arabic word dunya (دُنْيا), commonly translated as "world," literally means "the lowest" or "the closest." This article explores its grammatical structure as the feminine elative of أَفْعَلُ (from root د-ن-و), revealing its d
The Arabic word dunya (دُنْيا), commonly translated as "world," literally means "the lowest" or "the closest." This article explores its grammatical structure as the feminine elative of أَفْعَلُ (from root د-ن-و), revealing its d
Sick HamzaSick Hamza
Even grammar gets airsick. On this Emirates bag, one Hamza is missing and the other is sitting on a chair when it should be on the floor. We diagnose the "Sick Hamza".#Errabic
Even grammar gets airsick. On this Emirates bag, one Hamza is missing and the other is sitting on a chair when it should be on the floor. We diagnose the "Sick Hamza".#Errabic
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December 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Sick HamzaSick Hamza
Even grammar gets airsick. On this Emirates bag, one Hamza is missing and the other is sitting on a chair when it should be on the floor. We diagnose the "Sick Hamza".#Errabic
Even grammar gets airsick. On this Emirates bag, one Hamza is missing and the other is sitting on a chair when it should be on the floor. We diagnose the "Sick Hamza".#Errabic
A CLASSIC | Arabic Swear Words, Curses and Bad Words: The Definitive List in Egyptian, Levantine & Other Arabic Dialects
WARNING: This article contains explicit Arabic swear words and curse words. It compiles a list of frequent insults across dialects like Egyptian and Levantine. While important fo
WARNING: This article contains explicit Arabic swear words and curse words. It compiles a list of frequent insults across dialects like Egyptian and Levantine. While important fo
December 10, 2025 at 3:15 PM
A CLASSIC | Arabic Swear Words, Curses and Bad Words: The Definitive List in Egyptian, Levantine & Other Arabic Dialects
WARNING: This article contains explicit Arabic swear words and curse words. It compiles a list of frequent insults across dialects like Egyptian and Levantine. While important fo
WARNING: This article contains explicit Arabic swear words and curse words. It compiles a list of frequent insults across dialects like Egyptian and Levantine. While important fo
A CLASSIC | Holy Smokes!
If you get off the train at the main station in the holy city of al-Madinah in Saudi Arabia, you will be greeted with a serious grammatical error. #Errabic https://yalla.li/bmxy0
If you get off the train at the main station in the holy city of al-Madinah in Saudi Arabia, you will be greeted with a serious grammatical error. #Errabic https://yalla.li/bmxy0
December 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
A CLASSIC | Holy Smokes!
If you get off the train at the main station in the holy city of al-Madinah in Saudi Arabia, you will be greeted with a serious grammatical error. #Errabic https://yalla.li/bmxy0
If you get off the train at the main station in the holy city of al-Madinah in Saudi Arabia, you will be greeted with a serious grammatical error. #Errabic https://yalla.li/bmxy0
The Nerdiest, Weirdest, and Most Meaningful Gifts for Arabic Learners (Holiday 2025 Edition)The Nerdiest, Weirdest, and Most Meaningful Gifts for Arabic Learners (Holiday 2025 Edition)
Christmas is coming, but whether you are celebrating the holidays or just a Tuesday, finding the right gift for an
Christmas is coming, but whether you are celebrating the holidays or just a Tuesday, finding the right gift for an
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December 6, 2025 at 5:05 PM
The Nerdiest, Weirdest, and Most Meaningful Gifts for Arabic Learners (Holiday 2025 Edition)The Nerdiest, Weirdest, and Most Meaningful Gifts for Arabic Learners (Holiday 2025 Edition)
Christmas is coming, but whether you are celebrating the holidays or just a Tuesday, finding the right gift for an
Christmas is coming, but whether you are celebrating the holidays or just a Tuesday, finding the right gift for an
A CLASSIC ︱The Secret to Finding Any Arabic Root: Just Remember سألتمونيها
Almost every Arabic word has a root of three or four letters. Identifying these roots (جِذْر) is straightforward because only ten specific "extra letters" (حُرُوف الزِّيادة) can be added to a radical. These letters are convenientl
Almost every Arabic word has a root of three or four letters. Identifying these roots (جِذْر) is straightforward because only ten specific "extra letters" (حُرُوف الزِّيادة) can be added to a radical. These letters are convenientl
December 3, 2025 at 2:15 PM
A CLASSIC ︱The Secret to Finding Any Arabic Root: Just Remember سألتمونيها
Almost every Arabic word has a root of three or four letters. Identifying these roots (جِذْر) is straightforward because only ten specific "extra letters" (حُرُوف الزِّيادة) can be added to a radical. These letters are convenientl
Almost every Arabic word has a root of three or four letters. Identifying these roots (جِذْر) is straightforward because only ten specific "extra letters" (حُرُوف الزِّيادة) can be added to a radical. These letters are convenientl
Right-Wing, Wrong-WayRight-Wing, Wrong-Way
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) wants "Gang Rapists" to go home, but their Arabic text is walking backwards. A lesson in layout fails from the far-right.#Errabic
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) wants "Gang Rapists" to go home, but their Arabic text is walking backwards. A lesson in layout fails from the far-right.#Errabic
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December 2, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Right-Wing, Wrong-WayRight-Wing, Wrong-Way
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) wants "Gang Rapists" to go home, but their Arabic text is walking backwards. A lesson in layout fails from the far-right.#Errabic
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) wants "Gang Rapists" to go home, but their Arabic text is walking backwards. A lesson in layout fails from the far-right.#Errabic
Sovereignty Lost? Sudan’s "Parallel Entities" & Syria's Dollar Crisis | MAB 11/25Sovereignty Lost? Sudan’s "Parallel Entities" & Syria's Dollar Crisis | MAB 11/25
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two key topics: Egypt's stance on "parallel entities" (الْكَياناتِ الْمُوازِيَةِ) in Sudan and the "undeclared
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two key topics: Egypt's stance on "parallel entities" (الْكَياناتِ الْمُوازِيَةِ) in Sudan and the "undeclared
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November 30, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Sovereignty Lost? Sudan’s "Parallel Entities" & Syria's Dollar Crisis | MAB 11/25Sovereignty Lost? Sudan’s "Parallel Entities" & Syria's Dollar Crisis | MAB 11/25
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two key topics: Egypt's stance on "parallel entities" (الْكَياناتِ الْمُوازِيَةِ) in Sudan and the "undeclared
This Media Arabic Booster analyzes two key topics: Egypt's stance on "parallel entities" (الْكَياناتِ الْمُوازِيَةِ) in Sudan and the "undeclared
A CLASSIC ︱"I expect to serve in the Arab world so this feels like a wise investment of my time" | Ulric Shannon | 9273 Roots #11
He's the Canadian ambassador to Egypt who has served across the Middle East. Ulric Shannon discusses why studying Arabic is a "wise investment," his experience at Middleb
He's the Canadian ambassador to Egypt who has served across the Middle East. Ulric Shannon discusses why studying Arabic is a "wise investment," his experience at Middleb
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November 26, 2025 at 2:06 PM
A CLASSIC ︱"I expect to serve in the Arab world so this feels like a wise investment of my time" | Ulric Shannon | 9273 Roots #11
He's the Canadian ambassador to Egypt who has served across the Middle East. Ulric Shannon discusses why studying Arabic is a "wise investment," his experience at Middleb
He's the Canadian ambassador to Egypt who has served across the Middle East. Ulric Shannon discusses why studying Arabic is a "wise investment," his experience at Middleb
A CLASSIC ︱Is Arabic a "Foreign Language" in America? Why ACTFL Should Rebrand to 'World Languages'
This guest article argues the term "foreign language" is problematic in the U.S. due to its historical inaccuracy and marginalizing impact on bilingual individuals, including Arab-Americans. It advoca
This guest article argues the term "foreign language" is problematic in the U.S. due to its historical inaccuracy and marginalizing impact on bilingual individuals, including Arab-Americans. It advoca
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November 19, 2025 at 2:05 PM
A CLASSIC ︱Is Arabic a "Foreign Language" in America? Why ACTFL Should Rebrand to 'World Languages'
This guest article argues the term "foreign language" is problematic in the U.S. due to its historical inaccuracy and marginalizing impact on bilingual individuals, including Arab-Americans. It advoca
This guest article argues the term "foreign language" is problematic in the U.S. due to its historical inaccuracy and marginalizing impact on bilingual individuals, including Arab-Americans. It advoca
How The Exorcist Possessed My Arabic ClassHow The Exorcist Possessed My Arabic Class
Why would an Arabic instructor show "The Exorcist" in class? Reginald Hefner explains how the film's "crazy" opening in Iraq - full of authentic Arabic script, sounds, and culture - became an unexpectedly perfect le
Why would an Arabic instructor show "The Exorcist" in class? Reginald Hefner explains how the film's "crazy" opening in Iraq - full of authentic Arabic script, sounds, and culture - became an unexpectedly perfect le
November 18, 2025 at 4:10 PM
How The Exorcist Possessed My Arabic ClassHow The Exorcist Possessed My Arabic Class
Why would an Arabic instructor show "The Exorcist" in class? Reginald Hefner explains how the film's "crazy" opening in Iraq - full of authentic Arabic script, sounds, and culture - became an unexpectedly perfect le
Why would an Arabic instructor show "The Exorcist" in class? Reginald Hefner explains how the film's "crazy" opening in Iraq - full of authentic Arabic script, sounds, and culture - became an unexpectedly perfect le
Ad Experts' Epic FailAd Experts' Epic Fail
In a spectacular display of irony, Germany’s ad experts (FAW) published a job ad with completely mangled Arabic text. It's not just a glitch; the same broken image is on their website. It's a "how-not-to" guide from the pros themselves.#Errabic
In a spectacular display of irony, Germany’s ad experts (FAW) published a job ad with completely mangled Arabic text. It's not just a glitch; the same broken image is on their website. It's a "how-not-to" guide from the pros themselves.#Errabic
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November 12, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Ad Experts' Epic FailAd Experts' Epic Fail
In a spectacular display of irony, Germany’s ad experts (FAW) published a job ad with completely mangled Arabic text. It's not just a glitch; the same broken image is on their website. It's a "how-not-to" guide from the pros themselves.#Errabic
In a spectacular display of irony, Germany’s ad experts (FAW) published a job ad with completely mangled Arabic text. It's not just a glitch; the same broken image is on their website. It's a "how-not-to" guide from the pros themselves.#Errabic
A CLASSIC ︱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 insight
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 insight
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November 12, 2025 at 2:05 PM
A CLASSIC ︱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 insight
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 insight