Meaning
To arrive at a mutually agreeable resolution to a dispute.
Cultural Background
The concept of 'Jahza' (a delegation of mediators) is often the mechanism through which a 'Taswiya' is reached in tribal or family disputes. In the Gulf, 'Taswiya' is frequently used in the context of 'Taswiya Maliya' (financial settlement), especially in the rapid business growth environment. Legal terminology in the Maghreb often blends classical Arabic with French legal concepts, making 'Taswiya' a very formal, strictly legal term. In classical literature, 'Taswiya' can refer to the divine 'leveling' or 'perfecting' of creation, showing the root's deep spiritual origins.
Use the Passive
In professional writing, use 'تم التوصل إلى تسوية' (A settlement was reached) to sound more objective and authoritative.
Don't forget 'ila'
Without 'ila', the sentence is grammatically incomplete. It's the bridge between the effort and the result.
Meaning
To arrive at a mutually agreeable resolution to a dispute.
Use the Passive
In professional writing, use 'تم التوصل إلى تسوية' (A settlement was reached) to sound more objective and authoritative.
Don't forget 'ila'
Without 'ila', the sentence is grammatically incomplete. It's the bridge between the effort and the result.
Face-Saving
Remember that a 'Taswiya' in Arabic culture is often about 'saving face'. Avoid language that suggests one side 'lost'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing preposition.
بعد نقاش طويل، توصلنا ____ تسوية عادلة.
The verb 'توصل' always takes the preposition 'إلى'.
Which sentence is the most formal and correct for a news report?
Choose the best option:
The passive form 'تم التوصل إلى' is the standard for objective, formal reporting.
Match the phrase to the most likely context.
Context: A peace treaty between two warring nations.
International peace treaties are described as 'comprehensive political settlements'.
Complete the dialogue.
أحمد: هل انتهى الخلاف بينكما؟ خالد: نعم، الحمد لله، ___________.
This confirms the dispute ended through a mutual agreement.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesبعد نقاش طويل، توصلنا ____ تسوية عادلة.
The verb 'توصل' always takes the preposition 'إلى'.
Choose the best option:
The passive form 'تم التوصل إلى' is the standard for objective, formal reporting.
Context: A peace treaty between two warring nations.
International peace treaties are described as 'comprehensive political settlements'.
أحمد: هل انتهى الخلاف بينكما؟ خالد: نعم، الحمد لله، ___________.
This confirms the dispute ended through a mutual agreement.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsYou can, but it sounds very formal. It might be used ironically or to show that the argument was very serious.
'Ittifaq' is a general agreement. 'Taswiya' specifically implies resolving a conflict or balancing opposing views.
Generally yes, but in politics, it can sometimes imply a 'sell-out' or a weak compromise depending on the context.
You say 'تسوية خارج المحكمة' (Taswiya kharij al-mahkama).
Related Phrases
حل وسط
synonymMiddle solution / Compromise
عقد صفقة
similarTo strike a deal
فض النزاع
specialized formTo break up/resolve a conflict
تنازلات متبادلة
builds onMutual concessions
