يوفي في 30 ثانية
- To fulfill a promise or oath.
- To be loyal and faithful.
- To pay a debt in full.
- To give full measure in trade.
The Arabic verb يوفي (yūfī) is a Form IV verb derived from the root و-ف-ي (W-F-Y), which revolves around the concepts of completion, fulfillment, and loyalty. At its core, it means to be faithful to a commitment, to fulfill a promise, or to pay back what is owed in full. In the Arabic-speaking world, loyalty (al-wafā') is considered one of the highest moral virtues, making this verb central to both ethical discourse and daily social interactions. When you use this word, you aren't just describing an action; you are attributing a sense of integrity and honor to the subject.
- Core Meaning
- To fulfill, to keep a promise, or to be loyal to a covenant.
- Financial Context
- To pay a debt in full or to give the exact measure/weight required in trade.
- Relational Context
- To remain steadfast and faithful to a friend, partner, or leader over time.
In everyday life, you will hear this word most frequently in the context of promises. An Arabic proverb says, 'The promise of a free man is a debt,' and the verb يوفي is the action of settling that debt. It is used when a student keeps their word to study, when a businessman honors a contract, or when a friend remains loyal during hard times. It carries a weight of reliability that few other verbs possess.
المؤمن يوفي بوعوده دائماً مهما كانت الظروف صعبة.
Beyond personal promises, the word appears in legal and commercial settings. In the Quran and classical literature, it is often used regarding 'the measure' (al-kayl). To 'yūfī al-kayl' means to give full measure and not cheat the customer. This connects the abstract concept of loyalty to the concrete practice of honesty in trade. Therefore, the word bridges the gap between the heart's intentions and the hand's actions.
الصديق الحقيقي هو من يوفي بعهده في وقت الشدة.
Culturally, the concept of Wafā' is so significant that it is a common given name for both males (Wafā') and females (Wafā' or Wafiyya). To describe someone as Wafī (loyal) is one of the highest compliments in Arabic culture, suggesting they are dependable, honest, and morally upright. The verb يوفي is the active manifestation of this character trait.
- Social Etiquette
- Using this verb in conversation often implies a moral expectation. If you say someone 'yūfī', you are validating their character.
يجب على التاجر أن يوفي الكيل والميزان للناس.
Finally, the verb is used in the context of 'paying back' or 'rewarding' someone. If someone does a great service, God or a leader might 'yūfī' them their reward, meaning they receive it in full without any deduction. This adds a layer of justice to the word's meaning.
Using يوفي correctly requires understanding its grammatical construction. As a Form IV verb (Af'ala), it follows the pattern of yuf'ilu in the present tense. It is most commonly used with the preposition بـ (bi) to indicate the object of the loyalty or fulfillment. Without the preposition, it often refers to fulfilling a quantity or a measure.
- Pattern: Verb + bi + Noun
- يوفي بالوعد (He fulfills the promise). This is the most standard construction for expressing loyalty to a commitment.
- Pattern: Verb + Direct Object
- يوفي الحق (He gives the full right). Used when giving someone exactly what they deserve or what is owed to them.
Let's look at various contexts. In a professional setting, you might describe a colleague's work ethic. If they always meet deadlines and keep their word, you would say they are someone who 'yūfī'. In a family setting, a parent might teach a child the importance of being faithful to their words using this verb.
هو رجل يوفي بكلمته دائماً، لذا يثق به الجميع.
When talking about debts, the verb is essential. It describes the act of paying back the entire amount without leaving any remainder. This is different from 'paying' (yafd'u), which might only be a partial payment. Yūfī implies completion.
سأعمل بجد حتى أوفي كل الديون التي عليّ.
Furthermore, the verb is used in more abstract sense of 'giving credit' or 'doing justice' to a topic. If a speaker describes a situation perfectly, we say he 'awfā al-mawdū' haqqahu' (he gave the subject its full right/justice). In the present tense, it would be 'yūfī'.
هذا التقرير لا يوفي المشكلة حقها من البحث.
- Negation
- لا يوفي (la yūfī) - He does not fulfill. This is a serious criticism of character in Arabic culture.
من لا يوفي بعهده يفقد احترام الناس.
The verb يوفي is ubiquitous across several domains of Arabic life, ranging from the most sacred texts to the most mundane commercial transactions. Its versatility makes it an essential word for any learner aiming for A2 and beyond.
- In Literature and Poetry
- Arabic poetry is filled with themes of loyalty. Poets often use 'yūfī' to describe the ideal friend or lover who never betrays a secret or a bond.
- In Religious Contexts
- The Quran uses this verb frequently to describe God's promise to reward the righteous in full and the believers' obligation to fulfill their covenants with God and each other.
If you watch Arabic news or political speeches, you will hear leaders promising to 'yūfī' their obligations to the citizens. In these contexts, the word is chosen to sound authoritative and morally binding. It is a 'heavy' word that signals a serious commitment.
المرشح السياسي وعد بأن يوفي بكل وعوده الانتخابية.
In the marketplace, specifically in traditional souks, you might hear the phrase 'waffi al-kayl' (give full measure). While modern supermarkets use digital scales, the linguistic heritage of 'yūfī' as a measure of honesty remains. A shopkeeper might say 'أنا أوفي لك' (I am giving you your full due/measure) to reassure a customer of their honesty.
تسمع هذه الكلمة كثيراً في الأغاني الرومانسية التي تتحدث عن الإخلاص والوفاء.
In legal documents, the term 'الوفاء بالالتزامات' (fulfillment of obligations) is standard. If you are reading a contract in Arabic, you will likely see variations of this root. It ensures that all parties understand that the agreement is not just a suggestion, but a binding duty that must be 'yūfī'-ed.
- News Media
- Reports on international treaties often use the phrase 'يوفي بالتزاماته الدولية' (fulfills its international obligations).
على كل دولة أن توفي بعهودها تجاه البيئة.
For English speakers learning Arabic, the verb يوفي presents a few pitfalls, mostly related to its root and similar-sounding words. Because the root W-F-Y is so productive, it's easy to mix up different forms.
- Confusion with 'Tawaffā' (To Die)
- The verb توفى (tawaffā) means 'to die' or 'to pass away'. It comes from the same root but is Form V. Beginners often confuse 'yūfī' (he fulfills) with 'yu-tawaffā' (he passes away). Always check the prefix and the vowel sounds.
- Omitting the Preposition 'Bi'
- In English, we say 'He fulfills the promise' (direct object). In Arabic, you must say 'yūfī bi-al-wa'd'. Omitting 'bi' can make the sentence sound incomplete or change the meaning to 'paying off' a physical object.
Another common error is confusing يوفي (Form IV) with يوفّر (yuwaffir - Form II). While they sound somewhat similar to a non-native ear, yuwaffir means 'to save' (money) or 'to provide'. These are very different concepts! Remember: yūfī is about loyalty and completion, yuwaffir is about saving or providing.
خطأ: هو يوفي المال. (Incorrect: He fulfills money.)
صواب: هو يوفّر المال. (Correct: He saves money.)
Spelling mistakes are also common. Because the verb ends in a 'ya', its spelling changes when conjugated in the jussive or imperative. Many learners forget to drop the 'ya' in phrases like 'لم يوفِ' (He didn't fulfill). While this is a more advanced grammar point, being aware of it early helps prevent bad habits.
انتبه: لا تقل 'لم يوفي'، بل قل 'لم يوفِ'.
- Interchanging with 'Yukhliṣ'
- While 'yukhliṣ' (to be sincere) is a synonym, 'yūfī' is more specific to fulfilling a promise or debt. 'Yukhliṣ' is a state of the heart, whereas 'yūfī' is the action that proves it.
Finally, learners sometimes use 'yūfī' for 'to fill' (like filling a glass). For that, you should use 'yamla' (يملأ). 'Yūfī' is for 'filling' a measure or an obligation, not a physical container.
Arabic is famous for its rich vocabulary, and there are many words that share a semantic field with يوفي. Understanding the nuances between them will elevate your Arabic from basic to expressive.
- يخلص (Yukhliṣ)
- Meaning 'to be sincere' or 'to be devoted'. While 'yūfī' focuses on the external act of keeping a promise, 'yukhliṣ' focuses on the internal purity of intention.
- يلتزم (Yaltazim)
- Meaning 'to commit' or 'to adhere to'. This is more modern and formal. You 'yaltazim' to a schedule or a rule, but you 'yūfī' a sacred promise or a debt.
- يتم (Yutimmu)
- Meaning 'to complete' or 'to finish'. Use this for tasks or projects. 'Yūfī' is specifically for moral or financial completions.
الفرق بين يوفي و يخلص: الأول فعل خارجي، والثاني شعور داخلي.
If you are looking for a more formal or classical synonym, you might encounter يبرّ (yabarru), which means to be dutiful or to fulfill (especially regarding an oath or parents). 'Yūfī' remains the most versatile and common choice for general loyalty.
يمكنك استخدام كلمة ينجز (yanjiz) للتعبير عن إتمام المهام العملية.
- يسدد (Yusaddid)
- Specifically used for paying off debts or bills. While 'yūfī' can mean paying a debt, 'yusaddid' is the more common technical term in banking and finance.
In summary, while there are many alternatives, يوفي is the gold standard for describing the act of being true to one's word. It carries a historical and moral weight that other words lack.
How Formal Is It?
حقيقة ممتعة
The root W-F-Y is the same root for 'Afiya' (health). In Arabic thought, being loyal and being healthy both represent a state of being 'whole' and 'complete'.
دليل النطق
- Pronouncing the 'u' too short (yufi).
- Confusing the end sound with 'a' (yufa).
- Mixing it with 'yuffi' (doubling the f).
مستوى الصعوبة
Easy to recognize the root, but don't confuse with other forms.
Ending in 'ya' makes conjugation slightly tricky in jussive.
Simple pronunciation once you get the long vowels right.
Can sound like 'yufi' (short) or 'yuwaffi' (Form II) in fast speech.
ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك
المتطلبات الأساسية
تعلّم لاحقاً
متقدم
أمثلة حسب المستوى
هو يوفي بالوعد.
He keeps the promise.
Verb + bi + Noun.
أنا أوفي بكلمتي.
I keep my word.
Present tense, 1st person.
صديقي يوفي دائماً.
My friend always fulfills (his word).
Adverb 'da'iman' follows the verb.
هل توفي بالوعد؟
Do you keep the promise?
Question form.
هي توفي بالعهد.
She fulfills the covenant.
3rd person feminine.
نحن نوفي بوعودنا.
We keep our promises.
Plural form.
يوفي الرجل بالوعد.
The man keeps the promise.
Subject follows the verb.
الأب يوفي بكلمته للطفل.
The father keeps his word to the child.
Indirect object with 'li'.
يوفي الطالب بعهده للمعلم.
The student fulfills his pledge to the teacher.
Focus on the preposition 'bi'.
يجب أن توفي بما وعدت به.
You must fulfill what you promised.
Use of 'yajib' + 'an'.
هو لا يوفي بوعوده أبداً.
He never fulfills his promises.
Negation with 'la' and 'abadan'.
أنت توفي بالدين بسرعة.
You pay off the debt quickly.
Context of debt.
لماذا لا توفي بكلمتك؟
Why don't you keep your word?
Interrogative with negation.
يوفي الصديق لصديقه في الشدة.
A friend is loyal to his friend in hardship.
Context of loyalty.
سأوفي بوعدي لك غداً.
I will fulfill my promise to you tomorrow.
Future tense with 'sa-'.
التاجر الأمين يوفي الكيل.
The honest merchant gives full measure.
Direct object usage.
يوفي المدير بالتزاماته تجاه الموظفين.
The manager fulfills his obligations toward the employees.
Formal context.
من الضروري أن توفي العقد الموقع.
It is necessary to fulfill the signed contract.
Legal context.
لم يوفِ الرجل بعهده هذه المرة.
The man did not fulfill his covenant this time.
Jussive case (lam + dropping ya).
أوفى بوعوده القديمة كلها.
He fulfilled all his old promises.
Past tense 'awfā'.
يوفي المهاجر بوعوده لأسرته في الوطن.
The migrant fulfills his promises to his family back home.
Complex social context.
عليك أن توفي الحق لأصحابه.
You must give the right to its owners.
Expression 'yūfī al-haqq'.
يوفي المؤمن نذره لله.
The believer fulfills his vow to God.
Religious context.
أرجو أن توفي بكلمتك ولا تخذلنا.
I hope you keep your word and don't let us down.
Use of 'arju' (I hope).
يوفي الكاتب الموضوع حقه من الشرح.
The writer gives the subject its full due of explanation.
Idiomatic usage.
كان عليه أن يوفي ديونه قبل السفر.
He had to pay off his debts before traveling.
Compound tense (kana + 'alayhi).
لا يمكننا الثقة بشخص لا يوفي بعهده.
We cannot trust someone who doesn't fulfill his covenant.
Relative clause.
يوفي المواطن الصالح بواجبه تجاه الوطن.
The good citizen fulfills his duty toward the homeland.
Abstract loyalty.
سأوفي لك كل ما تستحقه من تقدير.
I will give you all the appreciation you deserve.
Metaphorical fulfillment.
يوفي المشروع بمتطلبات السلامة الدولية.
The project fulfills international safety requirements.
Technical context.
يجب أن يوفي الشريك بنصيبه من العمل.
The partner must fulfill his share of the work.
Business partnership context.
أوفِ بوعدك إذا أردت النجاح.
Fulfill your promise if you want success.
Imperative form 'awfi'.
يوفي التاريخ العظماء حقهم من الذكر.
History gives great people their full due of remembrance.
Personification of history.
لم يوفِ البيان الختامي بآمال الشعوب.
The final statement did not fulfill the peoples' hopes.
Political nuance.
يوفي الفيلسوف فكرته حقها من التحليل العميق.
The philosopher gives his idea its full due of deep analysis.
Intellectual context.
من شيم الكرام أن يوفي المرء بعهده حتى مع الخصوم.
It is a trait of the noble that one fulfills his covenant even with opponents.
Classical phrasing.
يوفي المبدع لرسالته الفنية بكل إخلاص.
The creator is loyal to his artistic message with all sincerity.
Abstract loyalty.
أوفى بعهده رغم كل المغريات التي واجهته.
He fulfilled his covenant despite all the temptations he faced.
Ethical conflict.
يوفي النظام الجديد بوعود الإصلاح الاقتصادي.
The new system fulfills the promises of economic reform.
Macroeconomic context.
يوفي المترجم النص الأصلي حقه من الدقة.
The translator gives the original text its full due of accuracy.
Professional integrity.
يوفي النص الشعري بتطلعات النقاد الجمالية.
The poetic text fulfills the aesthetic expectations of the critics.
Aesthetic context.
إن الوفاء بالعهود هو الركيزة التي يوفي بها المجتمع دينه للأجيال القادمة.
Fulfilling covenants is the pillar through which society pays its debt to future generations.
Philosophical complexity.
يوفي الباحث شروط المنهجية العلمية بصرامة.
The researcher fulfills the conditions of scientific methodology strictly.
Academic rigor.
أوفى الحاكم بعهده الغليظ الذي قطعه على نفسه.
The ruler fulfilled the solemn covenant he made with himself.
High formal style.
يوفي العمل الدرامي بمتطلبات الوحدة العضوية.
The dramatic work fulfills the requirements of organic unity.
Literary criticism.
يوفي الوجدان الإنساني بعهده الفطري تجاه الحق.
The human conscience fulfills its innate covenant toward the truth.
Metaphysical context.
لم يوفِ المشهد السياسي المعاصر بمتطلبات الاستقرار المنشود.
The contemporary political scene did not fulfill the requirements of the desired stability.
Complex syntax.
يوفي الصوفي بعهده مع الخالق في خلوته.
The Sufi fulfills his covenant with the Creator in his seclusion.
Spiritual depth.
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
— He who fulfills (his word) will have (his rights) fulfilled. It is a concept of reciprocity.
تذكر دائماً أن من يوفي يوفى له.
— He fulfills his sincere promise. Used to emphasize the truthfulness of the person.
هو يوفي بوعده الصادق دائماً.
— The most loyal of the Arabs. A historical superlative for extreme loyalty.
كان السموأل يلقب بأوفى العرب.
— A poetic way to say someone keeps all their commitments.
هو رجل يوفي العهد والوعد.
تعبيرات اصطلاحية
— More loyal than Al-Samaw'al (a famous loyal figure in history).
هذا الصديق أوفى من السموأل.
Literary— To be perfectly honest and fair in all dealings.
هو تاجر يوفي الكيل والميزان.
Religious/Classical— To keep a very serious and solemn promise.
أوفى بعهده الغليظ رغم الصعاب.
Formal— To make false promises (like the legendary Arkub). Note: Usually used ironically.
وعوده مثل وعود عرقوب، لا يوفي أبداً.
Cultural— To keep a promise even at the cost of one's life.
هم رجال يوفون الوعد بالدم.
Epic/Poetic— To remain loyal to childhood friends or memories.
ما زال يوفي بعهد الصبا.
Poeticعائلة الكلمة
الأسماء
الأفعال
الصفات
مرتبط
احفظها
وسيلة تذكّر
Think of 'You' + 'Fee'. If YOU pay the FEE in full, you fulfill your promise. YŪ-FĪ.
ربط بصري
Imagine a person handing over a missing piece of a puzzle. They are 'completing' the picture.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Try to use 'yūfī' in three different ways today: one for a promise, one for a debt, and one for a friend.
أصل الكلمة
From the Proto-Semitic root W-P-Y, which relates to being complete or healthy.
المعنى الأصلي: To be full, complete, or to reach a state of wholeness.
Afroasiatic -> Semitic -> Central Semitic -> Arabic.السياق الثقافي
Be careful not to use it ironically unless you are very close to the person, as questioning someone's 'wafā' is a serious matter.
English speakers might use 'keep' or 'fulfill'. 'Yūfī' is closer to 'to be true to'.
تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية
سياقات واقعية
Business
- يوفي بالعقد
- يوفي بالديون
- يوفي بالتزاماته
- يوفي الكيل
Friendship
Summary
The verb 'yūfī' is the ultimate expression of integrity in Arabic, meaning to fulfill a promise (yūfī bi-al-wa'd) or a debt completely. Example: 'Al-sadiq al-haqiqi yūfī bi-wa'dihi' (A true friend fulfills his promise).
- To fulfill a promise or oath.
- To be loyal and faithful.
- To pay a debt in full.
- To give full measure in trade.
محتوى ذو صلة
مزيد من كلمات emotions
أعجب
A2نال إعجابه؛ وجده ساراً أو جذاباً.
عاطفي
A2متعلق بالعواطف والمشاعر. هو شخص تحركه مشاعره.
اعتزاز
A2الشعور بالرضا واحترام الذات الناتج عن الإنجازات أو الصفات الشخصية.
عداء
B1حالة من الخصومة والكره الشديد بين طرفين.
عجب
A2شعور بالدهشة والاستحسان تجاه شيء خارق للعادة.
عقل
A1القوة الواعية والمدركة لدى الإنسان.
عصبي
A2عصبي: يشعر بالقلق أو الانزعاج بسهولة. (هو عصبي قبل المقابلة. هي عصبية عندما تكون متعبة.)
عصبية
A2حالة من التوتر النفسي وسرعة الانفعال.
عطف
A2رقة القلب والشفقة والميل نحو الآخرين بالإحسان.
عذاب
A2العذاب هو الألم الشديد أو العقوبة التي تنزل بالإنسان.
