Meaning
Requesting more details, a clearer explanation, or further elaboration on a topic.
Cultural Background
Asking for clarification is seen as a sign of respect and intelligence. It shows you are taking the speaker's words seriously. People often use 'Ya'ni' (meaning) before asking for clarification to soften the request. Egyptians might use 'Ma'lish' (don't mind me) before asking to be extra polite. In business, directness is increasing, but 'Hal yumkinuka' remains the gold standard for formal emails.
The 'An' Rule
Always remember that 'an' makes the verb end in 'a'. It's a small detail that makes you sound very advanced.
Meaning
Requesting more details, a clearer explanation, or further elaboration on a topic.
The 'An' Rule
Always remember that 'an' makes the verb end in 'a'. It's a small detail that makes you sound very advanced.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word to complete the polite request.
هل يمكنك ___ توضح أكثر؟
The particle 'أن' is required after 'يمكنك' to introduce the verb.
Which of the following is the most formal way to ask for clarification?
اختر الجملة الأكثر رسمية:
This version uses the full MSA structure with the polite 'Hal yumkinuka'.
Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase.
المدير: 'سنغير خطة العمل الأسبوع القادم.' الموظف: '_________، لم أفهم كيف سنفعل ذلك.'
The employee is asking for more details because they didn't understand the 'how'.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesهل يمكنك ___ توضح أكثر؟
The particle 'أن' is required after 'يمكنك' to introduce the verb.
اختر الجملة الأكثر رسمية:
This version uses the full MSA structure with the polite 'Hal yumkinuka'.
المدير: 'سنغير خطة العمل الأسبوع القادم.' الموظف: '_________، لم أفهم كيف سنفعل ذلك.'
The employee is asking for more details because they didn't understand the 'how'.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but it might sound a bit formal. Use 'Mumkin tuwadih aktar?' instead.
Related Phrases
ماذا تقصد؟
similarWhat do you mean?
ممكن تعيد؟
similarCan you repeat?
نورني
specialized formEnlighten me.
