جُبْن
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- Jubn means cheese in Arabic.
- It is a core staple of Middle Eastern cuisine.
- The word can also mean 'cowardice' in a different context.
- The plural form is 'Ajban'.
The Arabic word جُبْن (Jubn) is a fundamental noun in the Arabic language, essential for anyone navigating the culinary landscape of the Middle East. At its core, it refers to cheese, a staple food item produced from the milk of cows, goats, or sheep. However, the world of Arabic cheese is far more diverse than what one might find in a standard Western supermarket. In the Arab world, cheese is not just a topping; it is often the centerpiece of a meal, particularly during breakfast (Futoor) and dinner (Asha). From the salty, squeaky texture of Halloumi to the creamy, spreadable Labneh, the term covers a vast array of dairy products. Understanding this word requires an appreciation for the cultural context of the 'Mezza' table, where small plates of cheese are served alongside olives, za'atar, and warm pita bread.
- Culinary Identity
- In many Arab countries, 'Jubn' often implies 'Jubna Baida' (White Cheese), which is typically pickled in brine to preserve it in hot climates.
- Linguistic Nuance
- It is important to note that the root J-B-N also relates to 'cowardice' (Jubn), though the context usually makes the meaning of 'cheese' immediately clear to the listener.
أريد شطيرة جُبْن مع الطماطم من فضلك.
The word is used daily in grocery shopping, cooking, and social gatherings. Whether you are discussing the ingredients of a 'Kunafa' (a famous sweet cheese pastry) or simply asking for a snack, 'Jubn' is your go-to term. It is a mass noun in many contexts, but can be pluralized to 'Ajban' when referring to various types or varieties of cheese. In modern standard Arabic, it is pronounced with a short 'u' sound, but in various dialects, the pronunciation might shift slightly, though the spelling remains consistent. For an English speaker, the word is quite easy to master as it lacks the complex pharyngeal sounds found in other Arabic vocabulary.
Using 'Jubn' in a sentence is straightforward, but its placement can change based on the intended meaning. Because it is a noun, it often acts as the object of a verb like 'eat' (akala) or 'buy' (ishtara). In Arabic grammar, if you want to describe the cheese, the adjective follows the noun. For example, 'Salty cheese' is 'Jubn malih'. If you are creating a compound phrase, such as 'Cheese sandwich', you use the 'Idafa' construction: 'Sandoowitch Jubn'. This structure is vital for learners to master as it appears in almost every culinary interaction.
- Subject Position
- الجبن لذيذ جداً (The cheese is very delicious). Here, 'Al-jubn' starts the sentence as a definite noun.
- Object Position
- أكلتُ جبناً في الصباح (I ate cheese in the morning). Notice the tanween 'an' for the indefinite object.
هل تفضل الجبن الأبيض أم الجبن الأصفر؟
In Levantine dialects, you might hear 'Jibne' instead of 'Jubn'. While 'Jubn' is the formal MSA (Modern Standard Arabic) term, 'Jibne' is the colloquial version used in Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Palestine. When writing, always stick to 'Jubn'. When speaking, using the local variation can make you sound more like a native speaker. Additionally, when describing quantities, you use words like 'Qit'a' (piece) or 'Qalib' (block). For instance, 'Qit'at jubn' means a piece of cheese. This specificity is helpful in markets where cheese is often sold in large blocks or submerged in liquid containers.
You will encounter the word 'Jubn' in several distinct environments. The most common is the 'Baqala' (local grocery store) or the 'Supermarket'. In the dairy section, signs will clearly label various types of 'Ajban' (plural of cheese). You will also hear it frequently in the kitchen and at the dining table. During Ramadan, cheese is a staple of the 'Suhoor' meal (the pre-dawn meal) because it provides protein and satiety throughout the day of fasting. Furthermore, in the context of street food, vendors selling 'Manakish' (Levantine flatbreads) will constantly ask if you want 'Jibne' (cheese) or 'Za'atar'.
منقوشة جبن ساخنة هي أفضل فطور.
- In the Media
- Cooking shows on channels like Fatafeat or Al Araby frequently feature recipes centered around different cheeses.
- In Literature
- While less common in high literature, it appears in modern novels and short stories depicting daily life and domestic scenes.
Beyond the physical food, 'Jubn' appears in idioms and metaphors, though less frequently than in English (where we have 'big cheese' or 'cheesy'). In Arabic, the word's other meaning—cowardice—is actually more common in literary and poetic contexts. For example, a poet might criticize the 'Jubn' (cowardice) of a leader. However, in a conversational setting, if you are at a restaurant or a home, 99% of the time, 'Jubn' refers to the food. If you visit a traditional market in Cairo, Damascus, or Amman, the smell of fresh brine and the sight of white blocks of cheese will be your primary association with this essential word.
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is confusing the pronunciation of the 'u' in 'Jubn'. It should be a short, quick vowel, not a long 'oo' like in 'moon'. Another common error involves the plural form. While in English we often say 'cheeses', in Arabic, beginners tend to try and pluralize 'Jubn' using regular plural rules, resulting in incorrect forms. The correct broken plural is 'Ajban'. Additionally, learners often forget that adjectives must agree with the noun. Since 'Jubn' is masculine, any adjective describing it must also be masculine (e.g., 'Jubn malih' not 'Jubn maliha').
- The Cowardice Trap
- Confusing 'Jubn' (cheese) with 'Jubn' (cowardice) in writing. While spelled the same, the context of 'eating' vs 'character' is the key.
- Definite Article Usage
- Saying 'ana uhib jubn' instead of 'ana uhib al-jubn'. In Arabic, when expressing general likes, the definite article 'Al' is required.
خطأ: أنا أحب جبن. صح: أنا أحب الجبن.
Finally, avoid translating 'cheesy' (as in corny or cheap) literally into Arabic using 'Jubn'. Arabic does not use the word for cheese to describe a bad joke or a sentimental movie. For that, you would use words like 'mubtathal' or 'rakhik'. Similarly, the phrase 'Say cheese!' for a photo is not translated using 'Jubn'. Instead, Arabs might say 'Ibtasim' (Smile) or in some regions, 'Batatis' (Potatoes), as the 'ee' sound in the end of 'Batatis' mimics a smile just as 'Cheese' does in English. Understanding these cultural boundaries prevents awkward literal translations that don't make sense to native speakers.
While 'Jubn' is the general term for cheese, the Arabic language is rich with specific terms for various dairy products that are often grouped with or mistaken for cheese. 'Labneh' is perhaps the most famous alternative. It is a strained yogurt that has the consistency of a soft cream cheese and is often served with olive oil. While technically yogurt, it occupies the same culinary space as cheese. Another related word is 'Qishta', which is a thick clotted cream used in desserts. While 'Qishta' is not cheese, it is a dairy cousin often found in the same recipes as 'Jubn'.
- Jubn vs. Labneh
- Jubn is fermented and pressed milk curds; Labneh is strained yogurt. Labneh is tangier and softer.
- Jubn vs. Alban
- Alban is the general category for all dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheese), whereas Jubn is specific to cheese.
نحن نأكل اللبنة والجبن في الفطور.
In certain dialects, you might encounter 'Mish', a traditional Egyptian fermented cheese that is very salty and spicy. It is a type of 'Jubn', but it is so distinct that it is usually referred to by its specific name. For the term 'cowardice', synonyms include 'Khawf' (fear) or 'Hawa' (weakness), though 'Jubn' specifically implies a lack of courage. When discussing cheese in a culinary sense, it is always better to be specific if you can. If you are looking for yellow cheese (like Cheddar or Gouda), you would say 'Jubn asfar'. If you want the white, salty Mediterranean style, 'Jubn abyad' is the term. Knowing these distinctions will significantly enhance your fluency in food-related conversations.
How Formal Is It?
豆知識
The word for cheese is identical in spelling to the word for cowardice in Arabic, leading to many puns in literature.
発音ガイド
- Pronouncing it as 'Joob-un' with two syllables.
- Making the 'u' sound too long like 'June'.
- Confusing the 'j' sound with 'g'.
- Adding a vowel between 'b' and 'n'.
- Mispronouncing the 'u' as 'a' (Jabn).
難易度
Very easy to read, no complex letters.
Short word, easy to spell.
Need to be careful with the short 'u' vowel.
Distinct sound, easy to recognize.
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The Idafa Construction
قطعةُ جبنٍ (A piece of cheese)
Adjective Agreement
جبنٌ مالحٌ (Salty cheese - both masculine)
Definite Article with Likes
أحبُ الجبنَ (I like cheese - uses 'Al')
Broken Plural
أجبان (Ajban - irregular plural)
Tanween for Indefinite Objects
أكلتُ جبناً (I ate cheese)
レベル別の例文
أنا آكل جُبْن.
I eat cheese.
Simple Subject + Verb + Object.
هذا جُبْن لذيذ.
This is delicious cheese.
Demonstrative pronoun + Noun + Adjective.
هل تحب الجُبْن؟
Do you like cheese?
Interrogative particle + Verb + Definite Noun.
عندي جُبْن وخبز.
I have cheese and bread.
Possessive particle + Nouns.
الجُبْن أبيض.
The cheese is white.
Equational sentence (A is B).
أريد جُبْن، من فضلك.
I want cheese, please.
Verb 'to want' + Noun.
لا أحب الجُبْن.
I don't like cheese.
Negation + Verb + Noun.
أين الجُبْن؟
Where is the cheese?
Question word + Definite Noun.
أشتري جُبْناً من السوق.
I buy cheese from the market.
Present tense verb + Indefinite object with tanween.
أحب الجُبْن الرومي كثيراً.
I like Rumi cheese very much.
Adjective 'Rumi' modifying 'Jubn'.
ساندوتش الجُبْن لذيذ.
The cheese sandwich is delicious.
Idafa construction (Noun of Noun).
هل هناك جُبْن في الثلاجة؟
Is there cheese in the fridge?
Existential question.
أريد نصف كيلو من الجُبْن الأبيض.
I want half a kilo of white cheese.
Quantity expression.
نحن نأكل الجُبْن مع الزيتون.
We eat cheese with olives.
Preposition 'ma'a' (with).
هذه قطعة جُبْن صغيرة.
This is a small piece of cheese.
Noun 'Qit'a' (piece) in Idafa.
الجُبْن المالح جيد مع البطيخ.
Salty cheese is good with watermelon.
Cultural culinary pairing.
يفضل العرب الجُبْن النابلسي في الحلويات.
Arabs prefer Nabulsi cheese in desserts.
Proper adjective 'Nabulsi'.
هناك أنواع كثيرة من الأجبان في هذا المحل.
There are many types of cheeses in this shop.
Plural form 'Ajban'.
يتم صنع الجُبْن من حليب الماعز أو الغنم.
Cheese is made from goat or sheep milk.
Passive structure 'yutamm san' (is made).
كان الجُبْن قديماً يُحفظ في أوانٍ فخارية.
In the past, cheese was kept in clay pots.
Past tense 'kana' + Passive verb.
يضيف الشيف الجُبْن المبشور فوق المعكرونة.
The chef adds grated cheese on top of the pasta.
Participle 'mabshur' (grated).
لا يمكنني تخيل الفطور بدون جُبْن.
I cannot imagine breakfast without cheese.
Modal 'la yumkinuni' (I cannot).
هل جربت الجُبْن المشوي من قبل؟
Have you tried grilled cheese before?
Past tense question + Adjective 'mashwi'.
تعتبر فرنسا مشهورة بإنتاج الأجبان الفاخرة.
France is considered famous for producing luxury cheeses.
Verb 'tu'tabar' (is considered).
يُعرف الجُبْن بمحتواه العالي من الكالسيوم.
Cheese is known for its high calcium content.
Scientific/descriptive register.
تختلف نكهة الجُبْن حسب مدة التعتيق.
The flavor of cheese varies according to the aging period.
Abstract noun 'ta'teeq' (aging).
يجب الحذر من كمية الملح في الجُبْن الأبيض.
One must be careful of the amount of salt in white cheese.
Impersonal 'yajibu' (it is necessary).
تُستخدم الأجبان الكريمية في صنع الكعك.
Cream cheeses are used in making cakes.
Adjective 'krimiyya' (creamy).
لقد أصبحت صناعة الجُبْن تجارة عالمية ضخمة.
The cheese industry has become a huge global trade.
Perfect tense 'laqad asbahat'.
يتميز الجُبْن السويسري بوجود ثقوب كبيرة فيه.
Swiss cheese is characterized by having large holes in it.
Verb 'yatamayyaz' (is characterized).
هل تؤثر نسبة الدهون في الجُبْن على الصحة؟
Does the percentage of fat in cheese affect health?
Complex question structure.
يعتبر الجُبْن مصدراً أساسياً للبروتين للنباتيين.
Cheese is considered an essential source of protein for vegetarians.
Noun 'masdar' (source).
إن التنوع البيولوجي في الخمائر يحدد جودة الجُبْن.
The biodiversity in yeasts determines the quality of the cheese.
Academic/Scientific terminology.
يعكس الجُبْن التقليدي هوية الشعوب وتراثها الغذائي.
Traditional cheese reflects the identity of peoples and their food heritage.
Metaphorical/Sociological use.
لا بد من مراعاة معايير السلامة عند تخزين الأجبان.
Safety standards must be observed when storing cheeses.
Formal requirement 'la budda min'.
تتطلب عملية تخثر الحليب دقة عالية لصنع جُبْن مثالي.
The milk coagulation process requires high precision to make perfect cheese.
Technical term 'takhatthur' (coagulation).
يُعد الجُبْن جزءاً لا يتجزأ من المطبخ المتوسطي.
Cheese is considered an integral part of Mediterranean cuisine.
Idiomatic 'la yutajazza' (inseparable).
تاريخياً، كان الجُبْن وسيلة لحفظ الحليب لفترات طويلة.
Historically, cheese was a way to preserve milk for long periods.
Adverbial 'tarikhiyyan' (historically).
تؤدي البكتيريا النافعة دوراً حيوياً في إنضاج الجُبْن.
Beneficial bacteria play a vital role in the ripening of cheese.
Verb 'tu'addi dawran' (play a role).
يثير استخدام المواد الحافظة في الجُبْن جدلاً واسعاً.
The use of preservatives in cheese sparks wide controversy.
Abstract 'yuthir jadalan' (sparks controversy).
تتجلى براعة الصانع في موازنة حموضة الجُبْن وقوامه.
The maker's skill is evident in balancing the cheese's acidity and texture.
High-level vocabulary 'tatajalla' (is manifested).
إن دلالات الجُبْن في الأدب تتجاوز مجرد كونه غذاءً.
The connotations of cheese in literature go beyond it just being food.
Philosophical 'dalalat' (connotations).
يخضع الجُبْن لعمليات كيميائية حيوية معقدة أثناء التعتيق.
Cheese undergoes complex biochemical processes during aging.
Scientific register 'yakhda' (undergoes).
يمكن اعتبار الجُبْن أرشيفاً حياً لثقافة الرعي.
Cheese can be considered a living archive of pastoral culture.
Metaphorical 'arshif hayy' (living archive).
تتأثر خصائص الجُبْن بنوع المرعى الذي تتغذى عليه الماشية.
The characteristics of cheese are affected by the type of pasture the livestock feeds on.
Environmental/Agricultural context.
تتطلب حماية تسمية المنشأ للأجبان تشريعات صارمة.
Protecting the designation of origin for cheeses requires strict legislation.
Legal/Bureaucratic terminology.
إن التذوق الحسي للجُبْن فن يتطلب تدريباً طويلاً.
The sensory tasting of cheese is an art that requires long training.
Refined 'tadhawwuq hissi' (sensory tasting).
تتقاطع مسارات التاريخ والجغرافيا في قطعة جُبْن واحدة.
Paths of history and geography intersect in a single piece of cheese.
Poetic/Abstract synthesis.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
よく混同される語
Spelled exactly the same, but refers to a lack of courage.
Often confused by beginners; Laban is yogurt/milk, Jubn is cheese.
Sounds similar but means 'side' or 'beside'.
慣用句と表現
— Literally 'threw the cheese', but used in some dialects to mean showing cowardice.
لقد رمى الجبن وهرب.
Informal— While a food item, it is idiomatic of a quick, cheap, and satisfying meal.
أسرع وجبة هي منقوشة جبن.
Neutral— Variation of 'Bread and Salt', meaning we have shared a meal and are now friends.
لا أخونك، بيننا خبز وجبن.
Informal— A play on the 'White penny for a black day' proverb, implying saving basics.
وفر الجبن الأبيض لليوم الأسود.
Humorous間違えやすい
Homonym
One is a dairy product, the other is a character flaw. Context is key.
أكلت الجبن (I ate cheese) vs صفة الجبن (The trait of cowardice).
Dairy category
Laban is liquid/semi-solid yogurt; Jubn is solid cheese.
أشرب اللبن وأكل الجبن.
Phonetic similarity
Jibs is gypsum or plaster; Jubn is cheese.
هذا جدار جِبْس وهذا طبق جُبْن.
Visual similarity
Jayb is a pocket; Jubn is cheese.
وضعت المال في جيبي وأكلت الجبن.
Visual similarity
Jabal is a mountain; Jubn is cheese.
الجبل مرتفع والجبن مالح.
文型パターン
أنا أحب [Noun]
أنا أحب الجبن.
هذا [Noun]
هذا جبن.
أريد [Quantity] من [Noun]
أريد كيلو من الجبن.
[Noun] مع [Noun]
جبن مع زيتون.
يوجد أنواع من [Plural Noun]
يوجد أنواع من الأجبان.
هل جربت [Noun] الـ[Adjective]
هل جربت الجبن المشوي؟
يعتبر [Noun] مصدراً لـ[Noun]
يعتبر الجبن مصدراً للكالسيوم.
تتنوع [Noun] حسب [Noun]
تتنوع الأجبان حسب المنطقة.
語族
名詞
動詞
形容詞
関連
使い方
Extremely frequent in daily life and culinary contexts.
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Ana uhib jubn
→
Ana uhib al-jubn
General likes require the definite article.
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Jubn maliha
→
Jubn malih
Cheese is masculine, so the adjective must be masculine.
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Jubnat
→
Ajban
The plural is broken (Ajban), not a regular feminine plural.
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Pronouncing as Joob-un
→
Jubn
It is a single syllable word.
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Using Jubn for 'corny'
→
Mubtathal
The idiom doesn't translate literally.
ヒント
Mezza Culture
Cheese is almost always served as part of a Mezza, not alone.
Definite Article
Use 'Al' when talking about cheese in general: 'I like cheese'.
Short Vowels
Don't stretch the 'u' in Jubn. Keep it short.
Yellow vs White
Specify 'Abyad' (white) or 'Asfar' (yellow) when shopping.
Root Meaning
The root means 'to curdle', which helps you remember it's dairy.
Melting Cheese
Not all Arabic cheeses melt; Halloumi is meant for grilling.
Sharing Food
Offering someone a piece of cheese is a sign of hospitality.
The 'E' ending
In dialects, the word often ends in 'e' (Jibne).
In Brine
Most white cheese is sold in salt water (brine).
Salt Content
Arabic cheeses can be very salty; soak them in water to desalt.
暗記しよう
記憶術
Think of a 'Jub' (Job) of making cheese. You need a 'Jubn' to finish your sandwich.
視覚的連想
Imagine a giant block of white cheese sitting in a 'Jub' (well or pit) of brine.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to name three different types of 'Jubn' you can find in a Middle Eastern store.
語源
From the Proto-Semitic root G-B-N, which relates to curdling or forming a mass.
元の意味: To coagulate or to become thick.
Semitic文化的な背景
Most traditional Arabic cheeses are vegetarian-friendly (using microbial rennet), but it's always good to check.
In the West, cheese is often a snack or a burger topping; in the Arab world, it is a primary breakfast dish.
実生活で練習する
実際の使用場面
At the Grocery Store
- بكم كيلو الجبن؟
- أريد جبناً فرنسياً.
- هل هذا الجبن طازج؟
- أعطني قطعة صغيرة.
At Breakfast
- مرر لي الجبن.
- الجبن لذيذ مع الشاي.
- هل تريد خبزاً وجبناً؟
- أحب الجبن الأبيض.
Cooking
- أضف الجبن المبشور.
- اذب الجبن في الفرن.
- احش الفطائر بالجبن.
- اخلط الجبن مع البيض.
Ordering Food
- بيتزا بالجبن.
- ساندوتش جبن رومي.
- منقوشة جبن.
- بدون جبن من فضلك.
Health/Nutrition
- الجبن فيه كالسيوم.
- هذا الجبن قليل الدسم.
- هل الجبن صحي؟
- حساسية من الجبن.
会話のきっかけ
"ما هو نوع الجبن المفضل لديك؟"
"هل تحب الجبن الأبيض أم الأصفر؟"
"هل تعرف كيف تصنع الجبن في البيت؟"
"ما رأيك في الجبن مع البطيخ؟"
"أين يمكنني شراء أفضل جبن في هذه المدينة؟"
日記のテーマ
اكتب عن فطورك المفضل وهل يحتوي على الجبن.
صف زيارتك لسوق الجبن في مدينتك.
هل تفضل الجبن المالح أم الجبن الكريمي؟ ولماذا؟
اكتب وصفة بسيطة تستخدم فيها الجبن.
تحدث عن أهمية الألبان والأجبان في نظامك الغذائي.
よくある質問
10 問It is masculine. You say 'Jubn mahlil' not 'maliha'.
There is no direct equivalent for the slang 'cheesy'. For food, use 'jubni'.
White brined cheese (Jubn Abyad) like Nabulsi or Akawi.
No, use 'Ibtasim' (Smile) or 'Batatis' (Potatoes).
The plural is 'Ajban' (أجبان).
No, it can also mean cowardice, though context usually clarifies.
Jubn krimi (جبن كريمي) or sometimes Labneh.
Yes, it is called 'Jubn Halloum'.
Miatay gharam jubn (مائتي غرام جبن).
Yes, especially in Kunafa and some types of Qatayef.
自分をテスト 180 問
Write a sentence using 'Jubn' and 'Khubz'.
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Translate: 'I want white cheese.'
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Write a question asking if someone likes cheese.
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Describe the color of cheese in Arabic.
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Write 'delicious cheese' in Arabic.
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Write a sentence about buying cheese at the market.
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Translate: 'Is there cheese in the fridge?'
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Write about your favorite cheese sandwich.
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Translate: 'I want half a kilo of salty cheese.'
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Write a sentence using 'with olives'.
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Describe how cheese is used in Middle Eastern desserts.
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Write a paragraph about the types of cheese you know.
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Explain the difference between Jubn and Labneh.
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Translate: 'France is famous for its luxury cheeses.'
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Write a sentence using the plural 'Ajban'.
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Discuss the nutritional benefits of cheese.
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Write about the cheese industry in your country.
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Translate: 'The flavor of cheese changes with aging.'
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Write a sentence about low-fat cheese.
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Discuss the role of bacteria in cheese making.
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Pronounce: جُبْن
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Say 'I like cheese' in Arabic.
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Say 'White cheese' in Arabic.
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Ask 'How much is the cheese?'
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Say 'I want a cheese sandwich.'
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Say 'Half a kilo of cheese.'
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Pronounce the plural: أجبان
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Say 'I prefer grilled cheese.'
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Describe cheese using 'Calcium'.
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Say 'Swiss cheese has holes.'
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Say 'Milk coagulation' in Arabic.
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Discuss cheese heritage briefly.
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Say 'Sensory tasting' in Arabic.
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Use 'Jubn' in a poetic sentence.
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Explain the two meanings of Jubn.
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Listen and identify: 'أريد جبناً.'
Listen and identify: 'الجبن في الثلاجة.'
Listen and identify: 'هل هذا جبن مالح؟'
Listen and identify: 'أشتري كيلو جبن.'
Listen and identify: 'نحب الأجبان الفرنسية.'
Listen and identify: 'الجبن النابلسي مشهور.'
Listen and identify: 'الجبن مفيد للعظام.'
Listen and identify: 'التعتيق يحسن الطعم.'
Listen and identify: 'عملية التخثر كيميائية.'
Listen and identify: 'هوية الشعوب في طعامها.'
Listen and identify: 'أرشيف حي للثقافة.'
Listen and identify: 'تتفاوت جودة الأجبان.'
Listen and identify: 'قطعة جبن واحدة.'
Listen and identify: 'ساندوتش جبن رومي.'
Listen and identify: 'جبن مبشور ناعم.'
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Summary
The word 'Jubn' (جُبْن) is essential for daily life in Arab countries, primarily referring to cheese. Mastery of this word allows you to navigate markets and traditional meals where cheese is a ubiquitous presence. Example: 'أريد جبناً أبيض' (I want white cheese).
- Jubn means cheese in Arabic.
- It is a core staple of Middle Eastern cuisine.
- The word can also mean 'cowardice' in a different context.
- The plural form is 'Ajban'.
Mezza Culture
Cheese is almost always served as part of a Mezza, not alone.
Definite Article
Use 'Al' when talking about cheese in general: 'I like cheese'.
Short Vowels
Don't stretch the 'u' in Jubn. Keep it short.
Yellow vs White
Specify 'Abyad' (white) or 'Asfar' (yellow) when shopping.
例文
أحبُّ أكلَ الجُبنِ مع الخُبزِ في الفطور.
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عجين
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عنب
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عسل
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عصير
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عَصير
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عطري
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ابتلع
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أضاف
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