15초 만에
- Used to confirm you are available for plans or meetings.
- Combines two verbs: 'I can' and 'I come' without connectors.
- Commonly followed by 'Inshallah' to sound more natural and polite.
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This phrase is the ultimate green light for social plans. It is a simple, direct way to tell someone you are available and willing to show up to an event or location.
주요 예문
3 / 6Texting a friend about a party
أقدر أجي الحفلة الليلة.
I can come to the party tonight.
Talking to a boss about a meeting
أقدر أجي المكتب الساعة عشرة.
I can come to the office at ten.
Responding to a dinner invitation
أقدر أجي، شكراً على العزومة!
I can come, thanks for the invitation!
문화적 배경
In Egypt, people often say 'Inshallah' after 'أقدر أجي'. It's not just religious; it's a social softener that means 'I really want to, and I'll try my best.' Hospitality is paramount. If you say you can come, expect the host to prepare a feast. Declining last minute is considered quite rude unless there's a major emergency. In the Gulf, 'Majlis' culture means invitations are often open-ended. Saying you can come is a sign of respect for the host's gathering. The dialectal version 'نقدر نجي' (neqdar nji) is more common, but using the MSA version in a formal letter or email is highly respected.
The 'An' Rule
Always remember that 'أستطيع' needs a bridge. That bridge is 'أن'. Without it, the sentence falls apart in MSA.
Add Inshallah
To sound more like a native speaker, add 'إن شاء الله' at the end. It makes you sound polite and culturally aware.
15초 만에
- Used to confirm you are available for plans or meetings.
- Combines two verbs: 'I can' and 'I come' without connectors.
- Commonly followed by 'Inshallah' to sound more natural and polite.
What It Means
This is your go-to phrase for saying "yes" to plans. It shows you are free and willing to show up. It is simple, direct, and very common in daily life. You use it when someone invites you over. Or when a colleague asks if you can attend a meeting. It is the green light for any social gathering. It removes the guesswork from your schedule for the other person.
How To Use It
The grammar is very easy for beginners. You have two verbs back-to-back. The first is أقدر which means "I can." The second is أجي which means "I come." You do not need a "to" in between. Just say them together. You can add a time like بكرة (tomorrow). Or a place like البيت (the house). It works perfectly in texts and speech. It is like a verbal handshake for an invitation.
When To Use It
Use it when a friend texts you about coffee. Use it when your mom asks if you are coming for dinner. It is great for confirming you are available. In a professional setting, it works for casual meetings. It sounds helpful and ready to participate. If someone asks "Are you free?", this is your answer. It is the ultimate bridge between "maybe" and "yes."
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this in extremely formal legal documents. Do not use it if you are 100% unsure. If you say it, people expect to see your face. If you are talking to a high official, use أستطيع الحضور. Also, do not use it if you are already there! That would be very confusing for everyone. If you are feeling lazy, maybe stick to "maybe."
Cultural Background
In many Arabic-speaking cultures, time is a bit flexible. Saying أقدر أجي is a strong intent. However, you will often hear إن شاء الله right after. This adds a layer of "God willing" to the plan. It is a way of being humble about the future. It is not just about your schedule. It is about acknowledging that things can change. Showing up is a sign of respect and connection.
Common Variations
Depending on where you are, it might sound different. In Lebanon or Syria, you might hear بقدر أجي. In Egypt, they might say أقدر آجي with a long "a". Some people might just say ممكن أجي (It is possible I come). If you want to say "I can't come," just add ما at the start. ما أقدر أجي is your polite way out of a boring party.
사용 참고사항
This phrase is neutral and safe for almost any daily interaction. In Egyptian Arabic, the pronunciation of 'aji' becomes 'aagi'.
The 'An' Rule
Always remember that 'أستطيع' needs a bridge. That bridge is 'أن'. Without it, the sentence falls apart in MSA.
Add Inshallah
To sound more like a native speaker, add 'إن شاء الله' at the end. It makes you sound polite and culturally aware.
Come vs Go
Double-check your direction! Use 'آتي' only if you are moving toward the person you are speaking to.
예시
6أقدر أجي الحفلة الليلة.
I can come to the party tonight.
Simple and direct for a casual text message.
أقدر أجي المكتب الساعة عشرة.
I can come to the office at ten.
Professional yet natural for a workplace setting.
أقدر أجي، شكراً على العزومة!
I can come, thanks for the invitation!
A polite way to accept a meal offer.
لو فيه بيتزا، أقدر أجي الحين!
If there is pizza, I can come right now!
Using the phrase to show excitement for food.
لو محتاج مساعدة، أقدر أجي فوراً.
If you need help, I can come immediately.
Shows reliability and emotional support.
أقدر أجي النادي بعد الشغل.
I can come to the gym after work.
Standard usage for daily routines.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing particle to connect the verbs.
أستطيع ___ آتي إلى منزلك.
The particle 'أن' is required to connect 'أستطيع' with the following verb.
Choose the correct conjugation for 'We can come'.
____ أن نأتي غداً.
'نستطيع' is the first-person plural (we) form.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
Friend: هل يمكنك الحضور إلى الحفلة؟ You: ________.
'آتي' is the correct verb for coming to a party when invited.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When would you say 'أستطيع أن آتي في الساعة السابعة'?
This phrase specifies a time for arrival.
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시각 학습 자료
Common Places to 'Come' To
Social
- • حفلة (Party)
- • عشاء (Dinner)
- • بيت (House)
Work
- • مكتب (Office)
- • اجتماع (Meeting)
- • عمل (Work)
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제أستطيع ___ آتي إلى منزلك.
The particle 'أن' is required to connect 'أستطيع' with the following verb.
____ أن نأتي غداً.
'نستطيع' is the first-person plural (we) form.
Friend: هل يمكنك الحضور إلى الحفلة؟ You: ________.
'آتي' is the correct verb for coming to a party when invited.
When would you say 'أستطيع أن آتي في الساعة السابعة'?
This phrase specifies a time for arrival.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is neutral. It's perfect for both a boss and a friend in Modern Standard Arabic.
Yes, everyone will understand you, but they might reply with 'أقدر أجي'.
They both mean 'to come'. 'آتي' is slightly more common in MSA phrases like this one.
Just add 'لا' (la) at the beginning: 'لا أستطيع أن آتي'.
In formal reading, yes. In casual conversation, it is usually dropped.
No, this is usually for people. For objects, we use different verbs like 'يصل' (arrive).
The 'آ' (madda) represents a glottal stop followed by a long 'a', which is the correct first-person conjugation.
In dialects, yes ('أقدر أجي'). In MSA, this is the standard short form.
No, that's a figurative use of 'come' in English. In Arabic, you would use 'أستطيع أن أصل إلى استنتاج'.
Just add 'غداً' (ghadan) at the end: 'أستطيع أن آتي غداً'.
관련 표현
أستطيع أن أذهب
contrastI can go
يمكنني الحضور
similarIt is possible for me to attend
سأكون هناك
similarI will be there
لا أستطيع المجيء
contrastI cannot come
