معنی
To acquire knowledge and proficiency in a new language.
زمینه فرهنگی
Learning a language is often seen as a gateway to 'Adab' (refined manners and literature). A person who speaks multiple languages is highly respected as a 'Muthaqqaf' (cultured person). In Lebanon, it is very common to learn three languages (Arabic, French, English) from a young age. The phrase 'yata'allamu' is often used in the context of private schooling. Language learning here is deeply tied to post-colonial history. Most people 'learn' Arabic and French simultaneously, leading to a unique code-switching culture. With a massive expatriate population, 'learning a language' often refers to locals learning English for business or expats learning basic Arabic for daily life.
The 'Ta' Trick
Remember that 'Ta' at the start of 'Ta'allama' stands for 'Take in'. You are taking in knowledge.
Don't forget the 'Lughah'
In English we say 'I am learning Arabic'. In Arabic, it's more natural to say 'I am learning the Arabic language' (أتعلم اللغة العربية).
معنی
To acquire knowledge and proficiency in a new language.
The 'Ta' Trick
Remember that 'Ta' at the start of 'Ta'allama' stands for 'Take in'. You are taking in knowledge.
Don't forget the 'Lughah'
In English we say 'I am learning Arabic'. In Arabic, it's more natural to say 'I am learning the Arabic language' (أتعلم اللغة العربية).
Use the Present Continuous
Arabic doesn't have a separate 'ing' form. 'Ata'allamu' means both 'I learn' and 'I am learning'.
Humility is Key
Even advanced speakers often say 'I am still learning' as a sign of respect for the depth of the Arabic language.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'يتعلم' for 'I'.
أنا ____ اللغة العربية في البيت.
The prefix 'أ' is used for the first person singular (I).
Which sentence means 'She is learning a new language'?
Choose the correct translation:
'هي' means 'she' and 'تتعلم' is the correct feminine singular form.
Match the Arabic phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the standard present tense conjugations.
Complete the dialogue.
أحمد: ماذا تفعل يا خالد؟ خالد: ____ لغة إسبانية.
Khaled is talking about what he is doing right now (learning).
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Learn vs. Teach
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاأنا ____ اللغة العربية في البيت.
The prefix 'أ' is used for the first person singular (I).
Choose the correct translation:
'هي' means 'she' and 'تتعلم' is the correct feminine singular form.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
These are the standard present tense conjugations.
أحمد: ماذا تفعل يا خالد؟ خالد: ____ لغة إسبانية.
Khaled is talking about what he is doing right now (learning).
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes! You can say 'يتعلم لغة البرمجة' (He is learning a programming language).
'Darasa' is specifically 'to study' (like with books), while 'ta'allama' is the broader 'to learn' (including through experience).
You say 'أريد أن أتعلم' (Uriidu an ata'allama).
It is 'lughah' (لغة) on its own, but it becomes 'lughat' (لغة) in a possessive construction (Idafa), like 'lughat al-arab' (the language of the Arabs).
Usually, for instruments, we use 'yata'allamu al-azf' (learning to play), but 'yata'allamu' is still the core verb.
It's part of the Form V verb pattern which indicates the subject is putting effort into the action for themselves.
Say 'تعلمتُ' (ta'allamtu).
It is a Category IV language for English speakers, but using 'yata'allamu' daily makes it easier!
No, you can just say 'أتعلم العربية' (I learn Arabic), but adding 'lughah' is very common and formal.
The plural is 'lughat' (لغات).
عبارات مرتبط
يدرس لغة
similarTo study a language
يتقن لغة
specialized formTo master a language
يتحدث لغة
similarTo speak a language
يكتسب لغة
specialized formTo acquire a language
تعليم اللغة
builds onLanguage teaching
لغة الأم
similarMother tongue
