Meaning
To go inside a room.
Cultural Background
Knocking three times and waiting for permission is a traditional practice rooted in Islamic etiquette (Isti'dhan). In social gatherings, it is common to say 'Dastur' (permission) when entering a room where women might be present to give them a moment to adjust their hijabs. The 'Majlis' is a specific type of room for guests. Entering it involves specific rituals like removing shoes and greeting everyone individually. Entering a room with the right foot first is considered 'Barakah' (blessed) in many traditional households.
Drop the Preposition
To sound more like a native speaker of Modern Standard Arabic, don't use 'fi' or 'ila'. Just say 'Dakhala al-ghurfa'.
The 'Kh' Sound
Make sure to pronounce the 'kh' in 'yadkhulu' clearly. If you pronounce it like 'k', it might sound like a different word.
Meaning
To go inside a room.
Drop the Preposition
To sound more like a native speaker of Modern Standard Arabic, don't use 'fi' or 'ila'. Just say 'Dakhala al-ghurfa'.
The 'Kh' Sound
Make sure to pronounce the 'kh' in 'yadkhulu' clearly. If you pronounce it like 'k', it might sound like a different word.
Greeting is Key
In Arab culture, entering a room without saying 'As-salamu alaykum' is considered very rude, even if you are in a hurry.
Master the Damma
The 'u' sound in 'yadkhulu' is what distinguishes the present tense. Practice saying 'adkhulu, tadkhulu, yadkhulu' in a row.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb 'dakhala' in the present tense.
الطالب الجديد ____ الغرفة الآن.
The subject 'الطالب الجديد' (the new student) is singular masculine, so we use 'يدخلُ'.
Which of the following is the most natural way to say 'He entered the room' in Modern Standard Arabic?
اختر الجملة الصحيحة:
In MSA, 'dakhala' followed directly by the object is the most standard and elegant form.
Complete the dialogue.
الأم: يا ليلى، لماذا أنتِ واقفة عند الباب؟ ليلى: ________.
The context of standing at the door suggests she is about to enter.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
ممنوع دخول الغرفة
'Mamnu' dukhul al-ghurfa' means 'Entry to the room is forbidden'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesالطالب الجديد ____ الغرفة الآن.
The subject 'الطالب الجديد' (the new student) is singular masculine, so we use 'يدخلُ'.
اختر الجملة الصحيحة:
In MSA, 'dakhala' followed directly by the object is the most standard and elegant form.
الأم: يا ليلى، لماذا أنتِ واقفة عند الباب؟ ليلى: ________.
The context of standing at the door suggests she is about to enter.
ممنوع دخول الغرفة
'Mamnu' dukhul al-ghurfa' means 'Entry to the room is forbidden'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsUsually, for a car, we use 'rakiba' (ركب - to ride) or 'dakhala ila al-sayyara'. 'Dakhala' is okay but 'rakiba' is more common.
No, you can also use 'hujra' (حجرة) in formal Arabic or 'ooda' (أوضة) in dialects.
You say 'Dakhal-tu' (دَخَلْتُ).
Yes, for 'she enters', use 'Tadkhulu' (تَدْخُلُ).
'Yadkhulu' means he enters. 'Yudkhilu' means he puts something in.
Yes, 'dukhul al-mawqi'' (entering the site) is very common in tech Arabic.
The plural is 'ghuraf' (غُرَف).
No, it is culturally important to knock and wait for permission.
You will see 'Mamnu' al-Dukhul' (ممنوع الدخول) on signs.
It's understood and used in dialects, but avoid it in formal writing.
You can say 'dakhala al-mabna' (entered the building).
'Walaja' is much more formal and literary, often used for light or subtle entry.
Related Phrases
خرج من الغرفة
contrastTo exit the room
طرق الباب
similarTo knock on the door
جلس في الغرفة
builds onTo sit in the room
فتش الغرفة
specialized formTo search the room
