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A2 adverb #2,500 सबसे आम 5 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

بإعجاب

bi'ijab
At the A1 level, you learn that 'i'jab' means 'like' or 'admiration'. 'Bi-i'jab' is simply the way you do something when you like what you see. Think of it as 'with a like'. You might use it to say 'I look at the flowers with admiration'. It is a simple way to add feeling to your basic sentences. You don't need to worry about complex grammar; just put it after the verb. For example: 'He looks at the car with admiration' (ينظر إلى السيارة بإعجاب). It helps you move beyond just saying 'I like the car' to describing the action of looking.
At the A2 level, 'بإعجاب' becomes a tool for describing social interactions and reactions. You can use it to talk about how people react to hobbies, skills, or nature. You should start pairing it with common verbs like 'smile' (ابتسم) or 'talk' (تحدث). It is important to notice that it is a prepositional phrase (bi + i'jab). This level focuses on using it in everyday contexts, like describing a trip to a museum or watching a sports game. You are learning to describe the 'manner' of an action, which makes your Arabic sound more descriptive and less robotic.
At the B1 level, you start to see 'بإعجاب' in more varied contexts, such as news reports or simple literature. You should be able to distinguish it from similar words like 'bi-taqdir' (with appreciation). You will also encounter it with intensifiers, such as 'بإعجاب شديد' (with great admiration). At this stage, you can use it to express your opinion on more abstract things, like an idea or a person's character. You are also learning the word family, including 'mu'jab' (an admirer/fan) and 'yu'jib' (to please/impress).
At the B2 level, you use 'بإعجاب' to add nuance to your writing and speaking. You might use it in a debate to describe how a certain policy was received by the public. You understand the stylistic choice of using 'bi-i'jab' versus a simple verb. You also start to recognize its use in classical poetry or formal speeches where it might describe a deeper, more philosophical wonder. You can handle sentences where the adverb is separated from the verb by other clauses, and you understand how it contributes to the overall tone of a passage.
At the C1 level, you explore the rhetorical power of 'بإعجاب'. You analyze how authors use this term to build characterization—showing rather than telling a character's internal state. You understand the subtle difference between 'bi-i'jab' and 'bi-inbihar' (with dazzlement). You can use it in academic writing about sociology or psychology to describe human behavior and collective reactions. Your usage is precise, and you can manipulate the sentence structure for emphasis, perhaps placing the adverb at the beginning for stylistic effect in literary prose.
At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of 'بإعجاب' and its place within the vast Arabic lexicon of emotion and aesthetics. You can discuss the etymological roots in the Quran and classical literature, where 'ajaba' can sometimes mean 'to surprise' in a neutral or even negative sense, and how 'i'jab' evolved into its modern positive meaning. You use the term with native-level spontaneity in complex metaphorical contexts. You are aware of the rhythmic and phonetic qualities it brings to a sentence and can use it to achieve specific prosodic effects in high-level oratory or creative writing.
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  • بإعجاب means 'admiringly' or 'with admiration'.
  • It is used to describe the manner of looking, speaking, or reacting.
  • It is a positive term used for art, skills, and achievements.
  • Commonly follows verbs like 'look', 'smile', and 'talk'.

The Arabic term بإعجاب (bi-i'jāb) is a versatile adverbial construction formed by the preposition bi- (with) and the noun i'jāb (admiration, wonder, or appreciation). At its core, it describes an action performed while feeling or expressing a high degree of respect, approval, or pleasure regarding someone or something. In the CEFR A2 level, it is a crucial building block for expressing emotions and reactions to art, nature, and human achievement.

Root Origin
Derived from the root (ع-ج-ب), which relates to wonder, amazement, and the extraordinary.
Grammatical Function
It functions as a 'Hal' (state/manner) or a prepositional phrase acting as an adverb to modify verbs of perception or communication.
Semantic Range
Ranges from simple 'liking' to profound 'aesthetic wonder' or 'intellectual respect'.

Understanding بإعجاب requires looking beyond a simple dictionary definition. It carries a sense of positive surprise. When you look at a painting bi-i'jāb, you aren't just seeing it; you are acknowledging its beauty and the skill of the artist. It is the opposite of looking at something with indifference (بلامبالاة) or disdain (بازدراء).

نظر الطفل إلى الطائرة بإعجاب شديد وهي تحلق في السماء.

— The child looked at the plane with great admiration as it soared in the sky.

تحدث المدير عن إنجازات الفريق بإعجاب.

— The manager spoke about the team's achievements admiringly.

صفق الجمهور بإعجاب بعد انتهاء العرض الموسيقي.

— The audience clapped admiringly after the musical performance ended.

تأمل السائح الآثار القديمة بإعجاب.

— The tourist contemplated the ancient ruins with admiration.

ابتسمت الأم لابنها بإعجاب عندما نجح في الامتحان.

— The mother smiled at her son admiringly when he passed the exam.

The word is frequently paired with intensifiers like 'شديد' (intense) or 'منقطع النظير' (unparalleled) in more advanced literary contexts. At the A2 level, simply knowing it follows the verb to describe the 'how' is sufficient. It is a 'safe' word—it doesn't have hidden negative connotations like 'arrogance' (which 'ujb' can sometimes imply in religious texts, but 'bi-i'jab' as an adverb is almost always positive).

Using بإعجاب effectively involves placing it correctly within a sentence structure. In Arabic, adverbs of manner typically follow the verb and the subject. It answers the question: 'How?' (كيف؟). For example, 'How did he look?' -> 'He looked with admiration'.

  • With Verbs of Sight: نظر (looked), شاهد (watched), تأمل (contemplated), رنا (gazed).
  • With Verbs of Speech: تحدث (spoke), قال (said), وصف (described), علّق (commented).
  • With Physical Actions: صفق (clapped), ابتسم (smiled), أومأ (nodded).

In modern standard Arabic (MSA), you will see it used in journalism to describe diplomatic receptions or public reactions to new technology. In literature, it describes the internal state of a character witnessing beauty. It is grammatically a 'Jar wa Majrur' (preposition and noun) but functions semantically as a 'Hal' (circumstantial adverb).

Sentence Pattern 1
[Verb] + [Subject] + [Object] + بإعجاب. (e.g., قرأ الطالب الكتاب بإعجاب.)
Sentence Pattern 2
[Verb] + [Subject] + بإعجاب + [Prepositional Phrase]. (e.g., نظر المعلم بإعجاب إلى لوحة الطالب.)

It is important to distinguish بإعجاب from تعجباً (in wonder/surprise). While related, bi-i'jab implies a positive value judgment, whereas ta'ajjuban might just mean being startled or surprised by something strange. If you see a beautiful garden, use bi-i'jab. If you see a flying car for the first time, you might use bi-ta'ajjub.

You will encounter بإعجاب in several distinct environments. First, in Art and Literary Criticism. Critics use it to describe how the public received a new film or book. 'استقبل النقاد الفيلم بإعجاب' (Critics received the film with admiration). Second, in Social Media. While 'Like' is 'إعجاب', the adverbial form is used in comments to describe one's reaction to a post.

Third, in Biographies and History. When historians describe how people viewed a great leader or a monumental discovery, they often use this term. Fourth, in Daily Conversation. It is common when gossiping positively about a friend's new house or a colleague's promotion. 'الكل يتحدث عن بيتها الجديد بإعجاب' (Everyone is talking about her new house with admiration).

In news broadcasts, you might hear it during segments on innovation. 'ينظر العالم بإعجاب إلى التطور التقني في المنطقة' (The world looks with admiration at the technical development in the region). It is a formal yet emotive word, making it perfect for both professional reporting and personal storytelling.

One common mistake for learners is confusing إعجاب (admiration) with عجب (vanity/conceit). While they share the same root, bi-i'jab is the positive 'admiringly', whereas bi-'ujb (rarely used this way) would imply looking at oneself with arrogance. Always ensure the 'i' (alif with hamza below) is present in i'jab.

Another mistake is the preposition choice. Some learners try to say 'مع إعجاب' (with admiration) using 'ma'a'. While understandable, the standard idiomatic way is using the prefix 'bi-'. 'بإعجاب' is the fixed expression. Using 'ma'a' sounds translated and unnatural to a native ear.

Finally, learners sometimes confuse it with حب (love). Admiration is about respect and being impressed; love is a deeper emotional bond. You can look at your rival's skill bi-i'jab even if you don't 'love' them. Use bi-i'jab for professional or aesthetic appreciation.

Several words overlap with بإعجاب, and choosing the right one depends on the nuance you want to convey. بتقدير (with appreciation/esteem) is more formal and often used in professional contexts. If a boss likes your work, they look at it bi-taqdir.

بذهول (with amazement/stunned) is much stronger. It implies that the admiration is so great it has left the person speechless or shocked. باندهاش (with surprise/wonder) is similar but focuses more on the 'unexpected' nature of the beauty or skill.

بشغف (with passion/eagerness) is often confused with admiration, but it implies a desire to participate or a deep longing, whereas bi-i'jab can be a passive, respectful observation. Lastly, بفخر (with pride) is used when the admiration is directed at something one is connected to, like a father looking at his daughter's graduation bi-fakhr and bi-i'jab.

How Formal Is It?

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स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

ينظر الولد إلى اللعبة بإعجاب.

The boy looks at the toy with admiration.

Simple Subject-Verb-Object-Adverb structure.

2

قالت المعلمة بإعجاب: 'أحسنت!'.

The teacher said admiringly: 'Well done!'.

Adverb follows the verb of speaking.

3

نحن ننظر إلى الجبل بإعجاب.

We look at the mountain with admiration.

Plural subject with the adverb.

4

ابتسم الأب بإعجاب.

The father smiled admiringly.

Intransitive verb followed by adverb.

5

رأيت الفيلم بإعجاب.

I watched the movie with admiration.

Past tense verb.

6

هي تتحدث عن صديقتها بإعجاب.

She talks about her friend with admiration.

Present continuous sense.

7

الكل ينظر إلى الورد بإعجاب.

Everyone looks at the flowers with admiration.

'Al-kull' (everyone) as subject.

8

قرأت القصة بإعجاب.

I read the story with admiration.

First person past tense.

1

تأمل السائح الأهرامات بإعجاب كبير.

The tourist contemplated the pyramids with great admiration.

Addition of 'kabir' (great) to intensify.

2

وصف الشاعر الطبيعة بإعجاب.

The poet described nature admiringly.

Verb 'wasafa' (described) fits perfectly.

3

استمع الطلاب إلى المحاضر بإعجاب.

The students listened to the lecturer with admiration.

Verb 'istama'a' (listened) + 'ila' (to).

4

شاهدنا العرض العسكري بإعجاب.

We watched the military parade with admiration.

Collective 'we' subject.

5

تحدثت الصحف عن البطل بإعجاب.

The newspapers spoke about the hero with admiration.

Metaphorical subject (newspapers).

6

أومأ برأسه بإعجاب بعد سماع الفكرة.

He nodded his head admiringly after hearing the idea.

Physical gesture + adverb.

7

رسم الفنان اللوحة بإعجاب وشغف.

The artist painted the picture with admiration and passion.

Compound adverbial phrase.

8

نظرت الأم إلى طفلها وهو يمشي بإعجاب.

The mother looked at her child walking with admiration.

Complex sentence with a sub-clause.

1

كان الجمهور يصفق بإعجاب منقطع النظير.

The audience was clapping with unparalleled admiration.

Use of 'unparalleled' (munqati' al-nazir).

2

عبّر الكاتب عن رأيه بإعجاب شديد بالثقافة العربية.

The writer expressed his opinion with great admiration for Arabic culture.

Verb 'abbara' (expressed) + 'an' (about).

3

تلقى العالم خبر الاكتشاف بإعجاب وتقدير.

The world received the news of the discovery with admiration and appreciation.

Pairing synonyms for emphasis.

4

نظر المهندس إلى التصميم المعماري بإعجاب.

The engineer looked at the architectural design with admiration.

Professional context.

5

تحدثت المذيعة عن المبادرة الإنسانية بإعجاب.

The presenter spoke about the humanitarian initiative with admiration.

Media context.

6

تابع الناس هبوط الإنسان على القمر بإعجاب.

People followed the moon landing with admiration.

Historical context.

7

علّق النقاد على أداء الممثل بإعجاب.

Critics commented on the actor's performance with admiration.

Verb 'allaqa' (commented).

8

نظرت إلى شجاعته بإعجاب رغم الخلاف بيننا.

I looked at his courage with admiration despite the disagreement between us.

Contrastive sentence using 'raghma' (despite).

1

لم يستطع إخفاء نظراته التي تفيض بإعجاب مكتوم.

He couldn't hide his looks that overflowed with suppressed admiration.

Relative clause 'tafidu' (overflowing).

2

ساد الصمت القاعة، ثم انفجر الجميع بالتصفيق بإعجاب.

Silence prevailed in the hall, then everyone burst into applause with admiration.

Narrative sequence.

3

كانت ملامح وجهه تنطق بإعجاب عميق لا يحتاج إلى كلمات.

His facial features spoke of a deep admiration that needed no words.

Metaphorical use of 'tantuqu' (speaks).

4

استعرض الباحث نتائج دراسته، فنظر إليه الحضور بإعجاب.

The researcher presented his study results, and the audience looked at him with admiration.

Academic context.

5

كتبت الرواية بأسلوب جعل القراء يتأملون كل جملة بإعجاب.

The novel was written in a style that made readers contemplate every sentence with admiration.

Causative structure.

6

لقد وقف التاريخ بإعجاب أمام تضحيات هؤلاء الأبطال.

History stood in admiration before the sacrifices of these heroes.

Personification of 'History'.

7

تحدث الفيلسوف عن جمال الكون بإعجاب صوفي.

The philosopher spoke about the beauty of the universe with mystical admiration.

Specific adjective 'sufi' (mystical).

8

رمقها بنظرة سريعة ولكنها كانت مليئة بإعجاب دفين.

He glanced at her quickly, but it was full of hidden admiration.

Use of 'dafin' (hidden/buried).

1

تتجلى عبقرية المعماري في هذا الصرح الذي ينظر إليه المارة بإعجاب مشوب بالدهشة.

The architect's genius is manifested in this edifice, which passersby look at with admiration tinged with surprise.

Complex phrase 'mashub bi' (tinged with).

2

لم يكن مجرد ثناء عابر، بل كان اعترافاً صريحاً صيغ بإعجاب بالغ.

It wasn't just passing praise, but a frank recognition formulated with extreme admiration.

Passive verb 'sugha' (formulated).

3

في كتاباته، يمزج بين النقد الموضوعي والحديث بإعجاب عن التراث.

In his writings, he blends objective criticism with speaking admiringly of heritage.

Gerund 'al-hadith' (speaking).

4

أبدى القائد العسكري إعجابه بخطة الخصم، وتحدث عنها بإعجاب في مذكراته.

The military leader showed his admiration for the opponent's plan and spoke of it admiringly in his memoirs.

Distinguishing between noun and adverb forms.

5

كانت عيناه تلمعان بإعجاب طفولي كلما رأى اختراعاً جديداً.

His eyes would shine with childish admiration whenever he saw a new invention.

Descriptive adjective 'tifli' (childish).

6

إن صمود هذا الشعب يفرض على العالم أن ينظر إليه بإعجاب وإكبار.

The resilience of this people forces the world to look at them with admiration and reverence.

Verb 'yafridu' (imposes/forces).

7

حلل النقاد اللوحة مشيرين إلى الألوان التي اختارها الفنان بإعجاب فني رفيع.

Critics analyzed the painting, pointing to the colors the artist chose with high artistic admiration.

Active participle 'mushirin' (pointing).

8

لم يجد بداً من الاعتراف بتفوق منافسه، فهز رأسه بإعجاب مرير.

He found no way but to admit his rival's superiority, so he shook his head with bitter admiration.

Oxymoron 'i'jab marir' (bitter admiration).

1

تستوقفنا تلك النصوص الأدبية التي صيغت بإعجاب وجداني عميق يلامس شغاف القلب.

We are arrested by those literary texts formulated with a deep emotional admiration that touches the heartstrings.

Highly metaphorical and elevated vocabulary.

2

إن المتأمل في ملكوت السماوات لا يملك إلا أن يطأطئ رأسه بإعجاب خاشع.

One who contemplates the kingdom of the heavens cannot help but bow their head in submissive admiration.

Spiritual/Philosophical register.

3

تحدث المستشرق عن الحضارة الأندلسية بإعجاب يكاد يخرج عن حدود الحياد العلمي.

The Orientalist spoke of the Andalusian civilization with an admiration that almost exceeds the bounds of scientific neutrality.

Nuanced academic critique.

4

كانت نبرة صوته مشحونة بإعجاب مكتوم، وكأنه يخشى أن يفضح وجده.

The tone of his voice was charged with suppressed admiration, as if he feared his passion would be exposed.

Psychological depth.

5

رسمت الطبيعة لوحتها الخريفية، فوقفنا أمامها بإعجاب صامت يغني عن كل بيان.

Nature painted its autumnal canvas, and we stood before it in a silent admiration that replaces all eloquence.

Rhetorical 'yughni an' (dispenses with).

6

لم يكن الإعجاب مجرد رد فعل، بل كان حالة ذهنية تجسدت في نظرته بإعجاب مطلق.

Admiration was not just a reaction, but a mental state embodied in his look of absolute admiration.

Philosophical distinction.

7

يتجلى في قصائده ذلك الانبهار بالجمال، حيث يصف كل تفصيلة بإعجاب لغوي باذخ.

In his poems, that fascination with beauty is evident, as he describes every detail with lavish linguistic admiration.

Literary analysis terminology.

8

وقف النقاد مشدوهين أمام العمل، يتهامسون بإعجاب ينم عن تقدير بالغ للموهبة.

Critics stood stunned before the work, whispering with an admiration that indicates a profound appreciation for talent.

Verb 'yanummu an' (indicates/betrays).

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

نظر بإعجاب
تحدث بإعجاب
ابتسم بإعجاب
صفق بإعجاب
تأمل بإعجاب
إعجاب شديد
إعجاب منقطع النظير
إعجاب مكتوم
إعجاب طفولي
إعجاب فني

सामान्य वाक्यांश

ينظر العالم بإعجاب

تحدث عنه الجميع بإعجاب

هز رأسه بإعجاب

مليء بإعجاب

نظرة مليئة بإعجاب

بإعجاب وتقدير

بإعجاب ودهشة

بإعجاب وفخر

بإعجاب صامت

بإعجاب بالغ

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

بإعجاب vs بعجب (with vanity)

بإعجاب vs بتعجب (with surprise)

بإعجاب vs بإزعاج (with annoyance - phonetically similar to beginners)

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

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आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

بإعجاب vs عجب

بإعجاب vs إعجاب

بإعجاب vs تعجب

بإعجاب vs استعجاب

بإعجاب vs إعجاز

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

MSA

Standard in all formal writing.

Dialect

Commonly used, though sometimes replaced by 'bi-inbihar' or local expressions.

सामान्य गलतियाँ
  • Using 'ma'a' instead of 'bi'.
  • Confusing it with 'bi-ajab' (vanity).
  • Forgetting the hamza under the alif.
  • Using it for negative surprise.
  • Misplacing it before the verb in simple sentences.

सुझाव

Placement

Place it right after the verb for maximum impact in short sentences.

Expand

Learn 'mu'jab' (fan) alongside 'bi-i'jab' to see the word family in action.

The Hamza

Don't skip the initial 'i' sound; it's what distinguishes it from other words.

Variety

Use 'bi-i'jab' instead of just saying 'jamil' (beautiful) to describe a reaction.

Social Grace

Using this word shows you appreciate Arabic aesthetics and values.

Adverbial Role

Remember it functions like 'ly' in English (admiringly).

Context Clues

If you hear 'bi-' followed by a long 'a' sound, it might be this word.

Intonation

Let your voice rise slightly to convey the feeling of admiration.

Literature

Look for it in descriptions of scenery or heroes.

Elegance

It's a more elegant way to say someone liked something.

याद करें

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

Arabic root ع-ج-ب

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Islamic art aims to evoke 'i'jab' through complex geometry and calligraphy.

Admiration is often tempered with protective phrases.

Guests often express admiration for a host's home as a sign of respect.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"هل سبق لك أن نظرت إلى لوحة بإعجاب شديد؟"

"من هو الشخص الذي تتحدث عنه دائماً بإعجاب؟"

"كيف تعبر عن إعجابك بعمل زملائك؟"

"هل تنظر بإعجاب إلى التطور التكنولوجي اليوم؟"

"متى كانت آخر مرة صفقت فيها بإعجاب؟"

डायरी विषय

اكتب عن مكان زرته ونظرت إليه بإعجاب.

صف شخصاً تحترمه وتتحدث عنه بإعجاب.

ما هو الاختراع الذي تنظر إليه بإعجاب ولماذا؟

اكتب عن شعورك عندما ينظر الناس إلى عملك بإعجاب.

صف مشهداً طبيعياً تأملته بإعجاب.

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

Yes, it is used in Modern Standard Arabic and is appropriate for formal and informal writing.

Yes, you can look at or talk about a person 'bi-i'jab'.

'I'jab' is admiration/liking, while 'hub' is love. Admiration is often about qualities or skills.

You say 'بإعجاب شديد' (bi-i'jab shadid).

The root is used, but this specific adverbial phrase is more common in modern prose.

The button is 'إعجاب', but the action of clicking it is not usually described as 'bi-i'jab'.

No, as an adverbial phrase, it remains singular.

Rarely. It almost always implies positive appreciation.

'Bazdira' (with disdain) or 'bi-la mubalah' (with indifference).

No, it modifies the verb. If the verb needs a preposition (like 'look at'), that preposition remains.

खुद को परखो 180 सवाल

/ 180 correct

Perfect score!

संबंधित सामग्री

emotions के और शब्द

أعجب

A2

इस क्रिया का अर्थ है कि आपको कोई चीज़ या व्यक्ति बहुत पसंद आया या आकर्षक लगा।

عاطفي

A2

भावनात्मक या भावुक। वह बहुत भावुक व्यक्ति है।

اعتزاز

A2

अपनी उपलब्धियों पर गर्व करने और खुद का सम्मान करने की भावना।

عداء

B1

इसका मतलब है किसी व्यक्ति या चीज़ के प्रति शत्रुतापूर्ण या विरोधी महसूस करना।

عجب

A2

आश्चर्य या प्रशंसा; प्रशंसा के साथ मिश्रित आश्चर्य की भावना।

عقل

A1

यह आपके अंदर का वह हिस्सा है जो सोचता और समझता है।

عصبي

A2

यह ऐसे व्यक्ति के लिए है जो जल्दी चिढ़ जाता है या बहुत तनाव में रहता है।

عصبية

A2

यह तब होता है जब आप चिंतित, तनावग्रस्त या आसानी से चिड़चिड़े महसूस करते हैं।

عطف

A2

किसी के प्रति महसूस होने वाली स्नेह और देखभाल की कोमल भावना।

عذاب

A2

यह शब्द बहुत ज़्यादा दर्द या कष्ट को बताता है, जैसे कोई बहुत मुश्किल अनुभव।

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