The word 'معدٍ' describes anything that can transmit an infection or disease to others.
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- Used to describe diseases that spread between people.
- Derived from the root 'a-d-w' meaning to infect.
- Often used in medical or health-related contexts.
نظرة عامة
كلمة 'معدٍ' هي صفة مشتقة من الفعل 'عدى'، وتُستخدم لوصف أي شيء قادر على نقل المرض من كائن حي إلى آخر. تُعتبر من الكلمات الأساسية في اللغة العربية للتعبير عن المخاطر الصحية.
أنماط الاستخدام
تأتي الكلمة غالباً كصفة تتبع الموصوف، مثل 'مرض معدٍ'. لاحظ أن كلمة 'معدٍ' هي اسم منقوص، لذا تحذف الياء في حالتي الرفع والجر إذا كانت نكرة، وتكتب 'معدٍ'، بينما تثبت في حالة النصب 'معدياً'.
السياقات الشائعة
تُستخدم الكلمة في الأخبار الصحية، التحذيرات الطبية، وفي الحياة اليومية عند الحديث عن الزكام أو الأنفلونزا. كما تُستخدم مجازياً لوصف الضحك أو الحماس الذي ينتقل بين الأشخاص.
مقارنة مع كلمات مشابهة
تختلف 'معدٍ' عن 'سارٍ'؛ حيث إن 'سارٍ' قد تعني شيئاً نافذاً أو سارياً (قانون)، بينما 'معدٍ' ترتبط حصراً بنقل الأمراض والعدوى البيولوجية.
Examples
يجب عزل المريض المصاب بمرض معدٍ.
everydayThe patient with a contagious disease must be isolated.
حذرت الوزارة من انتشار فيروس معدٍ.
formalThe ministry warned of the spread of a contagious virus.
ضحكته كانت معدية للجميع.
informalHis laughter was contagious to everyone.
تنتقل الأمراض المعدية عبر الهواء.
academicContagious diseases are transmitted through the air.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
تجنب الأمراض المعدية
Avoid contagious diseases
طبيعة معدية
Contagious nature
Often Confused With
Sarin usually refers to something current, valid, or in effect (like a law), whereas Mu'din is strictly for infections.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word is formal but widely used in everyday health discussions. Pay attention to the spelling variation based on grammatical case. It is commonly used both literally for biology and metaphorically for emotions.
Common Mistakes
Many learners incorrectly write it as 'معدي' in all cases. Remember to remove the 'ya' when the word is indefinite and not in the accusative case. Also, avoid confusing it with 'مُعدّ' which means 'prepared'.
Tips
Remember the grammatical rule for defective nouns
Remember that 'معدٍ' acts like a defective noun. Drop the 'ya' when it is indefinite in nominative or genitive cases.
Don't confuse with causative verbs
Ensure you don't confuse the adjective 'معدٍ' with the verb 'يُعدّ' which means 'to prepare'.
Context in health awareness
In Arab culture, health warnings often use this word to emphasize public safety and hygiene during flu seasons.
Word Origin
Derived from the Arabic root 'a-d-w' (عدو), which relates to the concept of passing or crossing over of germs. It shares the same root as 'عدوى' (infection).
Cultural Context
The concept of 'Adwa' (contagion) is well-recognized in Islamic and Arab medical tradition, emphasizing the importance of quarantine and hygiene for the protection of the community.
Memory Tip
Think of 'm-a-d-i' as 'making-a-disease-infectious'. The missing 'ya' at the end is like the missing health of the patient!
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsتكتب 'معدٍ' بالكسرتين (تنوين العوض) في حالتي الرفع والجر لأنها اسم منقوص، وتكتب 'معدياً' في حالة النصب.
نعم، تستخدم مجازياً لوصف 'الضحك المعدي' أو 'الحماس المعدي' للدلالة على سرعة انتقال الشعور بين الناس.
الفعل الأساسي هو 'عدى' (يعدو)، والمصدر هو 'العدوى'.
Test Yourself
الأنفلونزا مرض ___ ينتقل بسرعة.
لأنها صفة لمرض (مذكر) في حالة رفع.
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Summary
The word 'معدٍ' describes anything that can transmit an infection or disease to others.
- Used to describe diseases that spread between people.
- Derived from the root 'a-d-w' meaning to infect.
- Often used in medical or health-related contexts.
Remember the grammatical rule for defective nouns
Remember that 'معدٍ' acts like a defective noun. Drop the 'ya' when it is indefinite in nominative or genitive cases.
Don't confuse with causative verbs
Ensure you don't confuse the adjective 'معدٍ' with the verb 'يُعدّ' which means 'to prepare'.
Context in health awareness
In Arab culture, health warnings often use this word to emphasize public safety and hygiene during flu seasons.
Examples
4 of 4يجب عزل المريض المصاب بمرض معدٍ.
The patient with a contagious disease must be isolated.
حذرت الوزارة من انتشار فيروس معدٍ.
The ministry warned of the spread of a contagious virus.
ضحكته كانت معدية للجميع.
His laughter was contagious to everyone.
تنتقل الأمراض المعدية عبر الهواء.
Contagious diseases are transmitted through the air.
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