Things You Need to Know About Arabic… and English
Things You Need to Know About Arabic… and English is a multilingual podcast focusing on Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and English. Hosted by Thouria Benferhat, an Arabic educator with 36 years of experience at the UN, the show provides practical grammar, vocabulary, and cultural insights. It offers access to over 243 longer episodes and additional resources through a linktree page.
Episodes
Socio-Economic Vocabulary - Problems - PART 1 (EN-AR)
This episode is Part 1 of a multi‑episode series exploring advanced English–Arabic vocabulary related to socio‑economic problems — the issues commonly found in news reports, academic discussions, and policy debates.Each term includes its Arabic translation and a clear example sentence in English and Arabic to show how these problem‑focused words appear in real‑world contexts.A full workbook on Med
The Anatomy of an Epic: How “Meat” Became Music in Arabic
What do a butcher shop, a chaotic battlefield, and Homer’s Iliad all have in common? In today’s episode, we uncover the fascinating linguistic ties behind the Arabic root ل-ح-م (l-ḥ-m). While you might recognize laḥm as the everyday word for "meat," its ancient foundation revolves around the simple idea of things joining or sticking tightly together.Join us as we explore how this concept of attach
Silent Conversation محادثة صامتة
English Silent Conversation SilentConversation #LanguageLearning #ArabicWorkbook #ThouriaBenferhat📚 Discover my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3D8tAjEالعربية محادثة صامتة محادثةصامتة #تعلماللغات #كتبالعربية #ثريابنفرحات📚 اكتشفوا كتبي على أمازون: https://amzn.to/3D8tAjEFrançais Conversation Silencieuse ConversationSilencieuse #ApprentissageDesLangues #LivreArabe #ThouriaBenferhat📚 Découvrez mes l
Bilingual Military Vocabulary (ENGLISH - ARABIC).
🪖 Military Vocabulary in Arabic & English Explore essential terminology used in military and conflict reporting—perfect for journalists, interpreters, and bilingual professionals working across Arabic-English contexts.📘 This episode previews key terms from my upcoming English-Arabic workbook for journalists, designed to support accurate, culturally informed communication in high-stakes environ
How to Conjugate the Verb TO SAY in English and Standard Arabic - MSA - Past and Present
🎙️ English In this episode, I walk through how to conjugate the verb “to say” in both English and Modern Standard Arabic. We explore past and present tenses side by side, covering singular, dual, and plural forms, and noting differences between masculine and feminine usage. This episode is also helpful for Arabic speakers learning English, offering clear comparisons that build grammar confidence.
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After teaching Arabic through the United Nations Language Program in New York, I now share practical, lesson-based episodes designed to empower global language learners. This podcast features structured content in Arabic and English, with occasional lessons in Spanish and French—ideal for self-paced study and multilingual growth. 🎧 Start learning today 📚 Explore my books on Amazon: https://amzn.t
Arabic Dual: Five Things You Need to Know
In Arabic, the dual form is used to indicate two of something. When a noun ending in "taa marbuta" (ة) takes a suffix, the ending changes to "taa maftuha" (ت). For dual forms, "انِ" (aani) is added in the nominative case and "ين َ " (ayni) in the accusative/genitive cases. The final "i" in "aani" and "ayni" isn't pronounced
Arabic Possessive Pronouns (MSA)
Unlock the Secrets of Arabic Possessive Pronouns
Dive into the fascinating world of Arabic possessive pronouns in this episode, where we focus on Standard Arabic (الفصحى). This foundational aspect of the language will empower you to use possessive pronouns confidently and correctly. While our focus is on Standard Arabic, we also acknowledge that colloquial varieties (اللهجات) like Egyptian, Levan
Reading Statistical Graphs in Arabic
Reading statistical graphs in Arabic is quite similar to reading them in English. The main difference is the language of the labels and text. Here are some key points to keep in mind:1. Title and Axis Labels: The title of the graph and the labels on the axes will be in Arabic. Make sure you understand the terms used.2. Direction: Arabic is read from right to left. This might affect how you interpr
What's ما زال ?
ما زال:
An Arabic phrase that means: still
It's used to describe an action or state that is continuing. Here are some practical examples:
ما زال المطر ينزل: The rain is still falling.
ما زال يعمل في نفس الشركة: He still works at the same company.
ما زالت تحب القراءة: She still loves to read.
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ENGLISH ARABIC Mock Interview with Syrian Refugee, Part 1
Mock interview with a Syrian refugee living in California.
Levantine Arabic for Everyone: A Comprehensive Workbook - 1
🎙️ Welcome to "Discover the Joy of Learning Levantine Arabic" 🌟
Embark on an enchanting language-learning journey with us! Our special workbook is designed for learners of all ages, aiming to master Levantine Arabic. Inspired by my delightful experience teaching a bright young girl named Ameera, this workbook merges practical lessons with engaging activities to make language learning both enjoyabl
VIDEO: Levantine Arabic for Everyone: A Comprehensive Workbook - 1
🇺🇸 ENGLISH Explore our Levantine Arabic workbook—engaging, hands-on, and suitable for all ages! Inspired by teaching Ameera, a bright young girl with Jordanian heritage, this resource combines pronunciation, writing, and 40 YouTube lessons. Ameera learned Arabic to connect with her family. Includes: 🔊 Audio/video phrases ✍️ Diacritic writing practice Perfect for beginners and heritage learners.
SHU ZAKI or SHU ZAAKI?
In Levantine Arabic, people say “شو ذكي” (shū zakī) in Levantine Arabic to express admiration for someone’s intelligence. It translates to “How smart!” or “So smart!” and is commonly used in various contexts to compliment someone’s cleverness or smart actions.
For example, if someone comes up with a brilliant solution to a problem, you might say “شو ذكي” to acknowledge their intelligence.
Howe
🇯🇴 Part 7: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan: Workbook announcement
🇺🇸 ENGLISH Explore our Levantine Arabic workbook—engaging, hands-on, and suitable for all ages! Inspired by teaching Ameera, a bright young girl with Jordanian heritage, this resource combines pronunciation, writing, and 40 YouTube lessons. Ameera learned Arabic to connect with her family. Includes: 🔊 Audio/video phrases ✍️ Diacritic writing practice Perfect for beginners and heritage learners. 📚✨
🇯🇴 Part 6: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan: Feelings and Emotions - Part 2
🇺🇸 ENGLISH Explore our Levantine Arabic workbook—engaging, hands-on, and suitable for all ages! Inspired by teaching Ameera, a bright young girl with Jordanian heritage, this resource combines pronunciation, writing, and 40 YouTube lessons. Ameera learned Arabic to connect with her family. Includes: 🔊 Audio/video phrases ✍️ Diacritic writing practice Perfect for beginners and heritage learners. 📚✨
🇯🇴 Part 5: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan: Feelings and Emotions, Part 1
🇺🇸 ENGLISH Explore our Levantine Arabic workbook—engaging, hands-on, and suitable for all ages! Inspired by teaching Ameera, a bright young girl with Jordanian heritage, this resource combines pronunciation, writing, and 40 YouTube lessons. Ameera learned Arabic to connect with her family. Includes: 🔊 Audio/video phrases ✍️ Diacritic writing practice Perfect for beginners and heritage learners. 📚✨
🇯🇴 Part 4: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan: Weather and Seasons
هون - Here هونيك - There الطقس - Weather بارد - Cold شوب - Hot الصيف - Summer الخريف - Autumn الشتاء - Winter الربيع - Spring كيف الطقس هونيك؟ - ?How is the weather there والطقس حار في الصيف - And the weather is hot in the summer كيف الطقس في الخريف بالأردن؟ - ?How is the weather in autumn in Jordan كيف الطقس بالشتاء بالأردن؟ - ?How is the weather in winter in Jordanكيف الطقس بالربيع بالأردن؟ - ?H
Intro to "Helping Ameera Communicate with her Family in Jordan" Series
Most of my content is on Standard Arabic/MSA, but this little girl needs to communicate with family in Jordan... 🇺🇸 ENGLISH Explore our Levantine Arabic workbook—engaging, hands-on, and suitable for all ages! Inspired by teaching Ameera, a bright young girl with Jordanian heritage, this resource combines pronunciation, writing, and 40 YouTube lessons. Ameera learned Arabic to connect with her fami
🇯🇴 Part 3: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan
كيفك؟أنا اشتقت لك كثيربلعب مع قطي بيزل- منيح الحمد للهوإنتي يا تيتة شو بتعملي؟بشوف المسلسل يا أميرةكيف المسلسل يا تيتة؟ كتير حلو يا أميرة! لازم أروح انامسلمي كتير على جدو يا تيتةالله يسلمك - تصبحي على خير🇺🇸 ENGLISH Explore our Levantine Arabic workbook—engaging, hands-on, and suitable for all ages! Inspired by teaching Ameera, a bright young girl with Jordanian heritage, this resource comb
🇯🇴 Part 2: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan
Taught Ameera to read and write Arabic, using this workbook, specially designed for her and about her: https://www.amazon.com/First-Arabic-Workbook-Accompanying-Videos/dp/B0CYQ4T2BL/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= . Get your own copy!Now helping her communicate with her cousins in Jordan 🇯🇴 (Levantine Arabic).
Now helping her communicate with her cousins in Jordan 🇯🇴 (Levantine Arab
🇯🇴 Part 1: Helping Ameera Communicate with her Cousins in Jordan
Taught Ameera to read and write Arabic, using this workbook, specially designed for her and about her: https://www.amazon.com/First-Arabic-Workbook-Accompanying-Videos/dp/B0CYQ4T2BL/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= . Get your own copy!
Now helping her communicate with her cousins in Jordan 🇯🇴 (Levantine Arabic).
Here are the expressions Amira is learning today:اشتقت لكاشتقت لكمشو سوي
How do you Say “date” in Arabic?
Date = أرّخ
Date = تاريخ
Date = تمرة
Pl.
تمر / تمور
Date = موعد
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"What's your name?" and "Where are you from?" (Arabic)
1. **What's your name?** In Arabic, you can ask a man, "ما اسمُكَ؟" (masmuka?), or a woman, "ما اسمُكِ؟" (masmuki?). To answer, simply say "ʾismī" followed by your name³.
2. **Where are you from?** When talking to a man, you can ask, "من أين أنت؟" (min ayna anta?). For a woman, it's "من أين أنت؟" (min ayna anti?). To respond, say "أنا
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Arabic Dialects - So Far and Yet So Close
From my first book (INTRO TO ARABIC THROUGH LOVE EXPRESSIONS), "In Arabic,... I Love You":
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There are four main 3ammiyya groups: Khaleeji, Maghrebi,
Masri and Shaami.
Khaleeji (also called Gulf Arabic or Arabian Peninsular
Arabic; “Khaleeji” means “Gulf” in adjective form)
Demystifying Arabic Sounds: “kha” خ and “ghain” غ
Thought they do sound similar because they are both pronounced in the soft palate, these two sounds are very different.
Both sounds are also fricative. This means that, as the air is pushing through, there is friction at the point of articulation (the point where the sound is being produced), between something at the bottom and something at the top of the inside of the mouth or throat.
For the s
"My first Arabic Workbook, with Accompanying Videos: Ameera’s Book 📕 "
My First Arabic Workbook, with Accompanying Videos: Ameera’s Book (In Arabic...)
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Testing AI: I Asked Copilot About "Things You Need to Know About Arabic... and English" Podcast, in Arabic and English :)
I Asked Copilot About "Things You Need to Know About Arabic... and English" Podcast, in Arabic and English :)...
Here's the result! There are grammar and pronunciation mistakes in the Arabic version... and... I don't agree with the last Arabic sentence!!!
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How do You Say “He left me” and “She left me” in Arabic?
Explaining how تركني, he left me and تركتني (standard Arabic, for he left me and she left me) in different colloquials.
Answering this correct post: https://www.quora.com/I-believe-in-Arabic-when-I-want-to-say-he-left-me-I-use-sayebny-%D8%B3%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%A8%D9%86%DB%8C-So-how-can-I-say-She-left-me
How do you say OK in Arabic?
Answering a question someone asked on Quora: How do you say OK in Arabic?
In MSA, you would say: jayyid جيد (means: good)
However, since this is a colloquial expression, it will change from one country to another or from one region to another.
In Algeria for example, we say: Sa77a صحة (means: health)
In Egypt or the Levant, people say: Tayyeb طيب (means good, for food or people)
in the Arab Gulf,
Why do people say حبيبي HABIBI to a female?
Explaining Why do people say have you been to a female.
Here is the Quora post that prompted this episode:
https://www.quora.com/Is-Habibis-a-masculine-or-feminine-word-in-Arabic-If-it-is-masculine-how-would-a-woman-address-her-male-partner-as-my-love-in-Arabic/answer/Thouria-Benferhat?ch=17&oid=1477743744248772&share=4f59bb9d&srid=3pzki&target_type=answer
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Differences Between Arabic Verbs "araada”, "Talaba” and "sa’ala"
Answering this question on Quora: https://qr.ae/psRzSo
In classical Arabic, in the context of "wanting", what are the differences between "araada”, "Talaba” and "sa’ala"?
In classical Arabic, in the context of "wanting", what are the differences between "araada”, "Talaba” and "sa’ala"?
1- araada = want
**أريد** **أن** **أسافر**
I want
Learn how to Introduce Yourself in Arabic: Polyglot Gathering 2024
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How to say “how are you” in seven varieties of Arabic (to a male)
Learn how to say “how are you” in seven varieties of Arabic (to a male):
To a male:
FuS7a/MSA. كَيفَ حالُكَ؟
آش خبارَك؟ Moroccan
Algerian واش راك؟
Tunisian/Libyan شنَيَّ حوالَك؟
Sudanese/Egyptian إزَّيَّك؟
Levantine كيفَك؟
Gulf شلونَك؟
Arabic tongue twister number one: لحم الحمام حلال ولحم الحمار حرام
لحم الحمام حلال ولحم الحمار حرام
Pigeon meat is Halal and donkey meat is Haram.
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Tiny Inspiring Bilingual Story 37 with Workbook Announcement - How Short is Life!
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How to look at the bright side when winter gets you down: Tiny Inspiring Bilingual Story 37 with Workbook Announcement - How Short is Life! ENGLISH-ARABIC
Learn English and Arabic with Tiny Inspiring Stories!
This time, we're sharing a bilingual English-Arabic story called: How Short is Life!
If you're interested in
What does this mean? ها الشب شو معقد
Explaining this sentence
ها الشب شو معقد
Can you start an Arabic word with an ALIF?
Somebody on Quora just asked: “How come the words Allah and the definite article AL in Arabic start with ALIF, while the rule is that you cannot start a word with an ALIF in Arabic?”
When you see an ALIF at the beginning of word, it’s not just an ALIF. It’s there to carry either a Hamza, a MADDA or a WaSla.
See other episodes on this podcast to find out more about those three.
In the meantime,
Counting, in Arabic (listen and repeat), with Quiz
After studying the numbers, you can now listen and repeat to practice counting in Arabic. I have included a little quiz at the end of this podcast. Do let me know if you would like more of these in the future. You can leave a voice message to let me know, or you can email me. Thanks for listening.
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“Cheek” and “Cheeks” in Arabic, English and French
“Cheek” and “cheeks” in Arabic, English and French
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How I Made Stuffed Grape Leaves
How I Made Stuffed Grape Leaves
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Travel Questions - ARABIC in Context- Episode 1
TRAVEL QUESTIONS
أهلا! أنا مسافرة الآن وقررت أن أعمل هذا البودكاست عن السفر!
Hello! I am traveling now, and I have decided to do this podcast on Travel!
سأجيب عن هذه الأسئلة في الحلقة القادمة.
I will answer these questions in the next episode.
هل تسافر/تسافرين كثيرا؟
Do you travel a lot?
ما هي البلدان التي زرتَها/زرتِها؟
What are the countries that you have visited?
إذا لم تسافر/تسافري إلى
English-Arabic Cooking Lesson: Ameera Cooks Lentil Soup أميرة تطبخ شوربة العدس
You learn languages better while learning something else. Right?
I taught my student Ameera Arabic in this Cooking Lesson: Ameera Cooks Lentil Soup أميرة تطبخ شوربة العدس
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EN - AR_ Hobbies Verbs_ clubhouse audio 2022 10 05
Helping students make sentences with Hobbies verbs.
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How to Read Arabic Numbers, 0-1000+, with Examples
How to Read Arabic Numbers, 0-1000+, with Examples
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What is the difference between 'amaan', 'amaanah' & 'amaanii'?
Most roots in Arabic are made up of three consonants. The root of a word in Arabic is a set of consonants that carries the core meaning of the word.
These three words share the same root, which is أمن.
Here are the meanings of these three words:
'aman', should read: 'amaan': أمان, safety, security, protection, or trust.
'amanah', should read: 'amaanah': أمانة, honesty, integrity, or trustworthi
Recorded YouTube Live: Hobbies Verbs in Context
Hobbies Verbs in a story Context. Read the story with me!
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1000 Arabic and English Verbs, Part 5: 22 Verbs to Talk about Hobbies
1000 Arabic and English Verbs, Part 5: 22 Verbs to Talk about Hobbies
In English, I will read the infinitive.
In Arabic, I will read:
◦ the past, third person, masculine, singular (which is the equivalent of the infinitive)
◦ the present, third person, masculine, singular, and
◦ the substantive (noun form, maSDar), which is also used as the ING form in English.
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How do you say “two” in Arabic? Pronunciation, Grammar and Dialects
“Two“ in standard Arabic can be ITHNAAN, or ITHNAYN: ITHNAAN if it’s in the nominative case, ITHNAYN if it’s in the accusative or genitive/prepositional cases.
When a noun is isolated in Arabic, it is in the nominative case, so that would be ITHNAAN.
That being said, when Arabs speak, about 90 percent of them use ITHNAYN regardless of grammatical context, even though it is grammatically incorrec
1000 Arabic and English Verbs, Part 4: 24 Verbs, to Talk About Workday
In English, I will read the infinitive.
In Arabic, I will read:
◦ the past, third person, masculine, singular (which is the equivalent of the infinitive)
◦ the present, third person, masculine, singular, and
◦ the substantive (noun form, maSDar), which is also used as the ING form in English.
Review Colors and Grammar through Flowers
Review colors, feminine and masculine, as well as non-human plural agreement.
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20 War-Related English and Arabic Verbs
20 Arabic and English verbs about war. This list is available, with example sentences for subscribers.
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How do you say “money”, in Arabic?
answering a question on Quora:
How do you say “money”, in Arabic?
فلوس، نقود، مال
دراهم = Morocco and Saudi Arabia مصاري = Lebanon
زَلَط Yemen
Bahrain
Money = بيزات
Change = خَردة
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Scholarship for Arabic Learners
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Levantine ARABIC GREETINGS
Levantine ARABIC GREETINGS are understood throughout the Arab world so when someone asked about them, I decided to publish this episode as I think it will be useful to everyone interested in learning Arabic.
أهلا
مرحبا
أهلا وسهلا
كيفك؟
منيح
منيحة
مع السلامة
الله يسلمك
صباح الخير
صباح النور
مساء الخير
مساء النور
تصبح على خير
تصبحي على خير
وانت من أهل الخير
وانت من اهله
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“How do Arabs feel, speaking MSA/Fus7a with foreigners?”
Answering this question on Quora: “How do Arabs feel, speaking MSA/Fus7a with foreigners?”
If you are used to speaking MSA/Fus7a on a regular basis, that is, if you are a journalist or a teacher of MSA/Fus7a, for example, you probably feel OK. Otherwise, it can feel very tedious to maintain a conversation in MSA/Fus7a.
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Arabic Genitive Construction: What does حزمة خطة كيتو mean?
Answering this question on Quora:
What does this expression mean? حزمة خطة كيتو
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How to say this, in English, and Arabic: اليوم عيد ميلادي! 🥳 Today’s my birthday
How to say this, in English, and Arabic: اليوم عيد ميلادي! 🥳 Today’s my birthday
Picnic Bastilla بسطيلة النزهة
I simplified my Bastilla for the picnic بسطت بسطيلتي للنزهة
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Listeners in 131 Countries مستمعون في 131 بلدا
Thanking my listeners in 131 countries. Shout out to all of you!
شكرا لمستمعيَّ في 131 بلدا. تقديري لكم جميعا !
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What is the difference between ذو and ذي in Arabic and can we say ذي القرنین instead of ذو القرنین?
More detailed episode, with examples, in the different cases, here: https://anchor.fm/thouria-benferhat/episodes/The-Five-Nouns-in-Arabic-with-example-sentences-e28kb18
Dhu'l Qarnain = ذو القرنين = The king with two horns
It will depend on the function of this word in the sentence, as Arabic has declensions and the word “dhuu” is one of five words in Arabic that show declension by changing the
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My book “In Arabic… I love you” is on sale!
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How do you say “virtual hybrid event”, in Arabic?
حدث افتراضي هجين
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How do you say “Good night!” to a male in Arabic?
In standard Arabic (MSA), you say: tuSbi7 3ala kheer.
In most Arabic dialects/colloquials, you say: tiSba7 3ala kheer.
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How to follow and rate a podcast on Spotify (ENGLISH Version)
Many of you have asked how to follow or rate my podcast so I decided to make this video to show you how.
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Five Tips to Improve your Speaking Ability خمس نصائح لتحسين قدرتك على التحدث
The transcript of this podcast episode is a sample from my upcoming book:
“100 things you need to know about Arabic” , a workbook for Arabic and English practice, for English speakers, studying ARABIC and for ARABIC Speakers studying English. Follow me on Amazon to find out when the book comes out: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Thouria%20Benferhat/author/B08WJG8SC5
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CHATGPT Typed my Lessons😀😀 طبع شات جبتي دروسي
Here’s the video on my YouTube channel: *CHATGPT Typed my Lessons😀😀 طبع شات جبتي دروسي
https://youtu.be/HELP3EMwtBU
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Travel Questions: ARABIC and ENGLISH in Context- Episode 1
Questions people usually ask about travel. How would you answer these questions?
Part two will include answers to these questions.
How to Read Percentages (English-Arabic)
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1000 Arabic and English Verbs in Context, PART 1: 12 Verbs on Daily Activities
12 Verbs to speak about your daily activities, in English and Arabic.
In Arabic, I will read:
◦ the past, third person, masculine, singular (which is the equivalent of the infinitive)
◦ the present, third person, masculine, singular, and
◦ the substantive (noun form, maSDar), which is also used as the ING form in English.
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Blessed Eid ! عيد مبارك
وكل عام وأنتم بخير!
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Why are there so many long vowels when we transcribe foreign words into Arabic?
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ITHNAAN اثنان or ITHNAYN اثنين?
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