
How to say “the” in Arabic (and why it doesn’t always sound like “al”)
If you only remember one thing about the definite article in Arabic today, make it this: there is no separate word for “the.” Instead of
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If you only remember one thing about the definite article in Arabic today, make it this: there is no separate word for “the.” Instead of

One of the most common expressions you’ll hear in spoken Arabic is ولا يهمك. It’s widely used in Levantine varieties (Syrian, Lebanese, Jordanian, Palestinian), Egyptian, and Gulf Arabic

If you spend time in Arabic-speaking communities, you’ll hear تفضل everywhere. It’s one of those words that instantly sounds polite, welcoming, and smooth. It’s a

If you only remember one thing about the definite article in Arabic today, make it this: there is no separate word for “the.” Instead of

One of the most common expressions you’ll hear in spoken Arabic is ولا يهمك. It’s widely used in Levantine varieties (Syrian, Lebanese, Jordanian, Palestinian), Egyptian, and Gulf Arabic
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