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سعرات

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At the A1 level, you only need to know that 'سعرات' means 'calories'. You will mostly see this on food packaging or hear it when people talk about healthy eating. It's a basic noun. You can use it in simple sentences like 'This food has calories' or 'I want few calories'. The word is plural, and the singular is 'su'ra'. Just think of it as the energy in your food. Don't worry about the complex grammar rules yet; just focus on recognizing the word on a menu or a juice bottle. In Arabic, it is written as س-ع-ر-ا-ت. It is a very common word in modern cities like Dubai or Cairo where people are very interested in health. If you go to a grocery store, look at the back of a milk carton, and you will see this word. It is usually followed by a number. For example, '100 سعرة'. Even at A1, knowing this word helps you make healthier choices in an Arabic-speaking environment.
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At the A2 level, you should start using 'سعرات' in basic conversations about health and lifestyle. You should be able to ask 'How many calories are in this?' (كم سعرة في هذا؟). You should also learn the common adjective 'حرارية' (thermal) which often follows it: 'سعرات حرارية'. At this stage, you're learning to describe things, so you can say 'وجبة خفيفة السعرات' (a low-calorie snack). You are also becoming more aware of the plural and singular rules. Remember, when you talk about calories in general, use 'سعرات'. When you use a specific number from 11 to 99, use 'سعرة'. This is a great word to practice your 'Idafa' (possessive) structures, like 'عدد السعرات' (the number of calories). You might also hear it in the gym. If you're using a treadmill in Riyadh, the screen might show 'Calories Burned' as 'السعرات المحروقة'. Learning this word at A2 allows you to participate in basic social discussions about diet and fitness, which are very popular topics in the Middle East today.
At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using 'سعرات' in more complex sentence structures and discussing the concept in detail. You can talk about 'حرق السعرات' (burning calories) and 'حساب السعرات' (counting calories) as part of a 'نظام غذائي' (dietary system). You should understand how 'سعرات' fits into the broader context of health and nutrition. For instance, you could explain why you are choosing one food over another based on its 'محتوى السعرات' (calorie content). You can also use the word to discuss broader topics like 'السمنة' (obesity) and 'الصحة العامة' (public health). At this level, you should be able to read short articles in Arabic newspapers about health and understand the statistics involving calories. You might also encounter the word in more formal settings, like a doctor's office or a health seminar. You should be able to use verbs like 'يزيد' (increase) and 'يقلل' (decrease) in relation to calories: 'السكر يزيد السعرات بشكل كبير' (Sugar increases calories significantly). This level requires you to move beyond simple identification to active discussion of lifestyle choices.
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At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'سعرات' with precision in professional or academic contexts. You should understand the nuances of 'السعرات الحرارية الكبيرة' (kilocalories) versus 'السعرات الصغيرة' (calories) in a scientific sense, although the former is what we usually mean by 'calories' in nutrition. You can engage in debates about food labeling laws in the Arab world and the impact of 'السعرات' on the 'أزمة السكر' (sugar crisis). Your vocabulary should include related terms like 'تمثيل غذائي' (metabolism) and 'معدل الأيض' (metabolic rate). You should be able to write an essay or give a presentation on the importance of 'توازن السعرات' (calorie balance). You will also notice the word used in more metaphorical or abstract ways in literature or high-level journalism—for example, comparing the 'energy' (سعرات) of a political movement to the heat of a fire. At B2, you should also be aware of the different dialects; while 'سعرات' is standard, the way people discuss dieting can vary from the Levant to the Gulf, and you should be able to navigate these conversations fluently.
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At the C1 level, your understanding of 'سعرات' should include its etymological roots and its place in the history of the Arabic language. You should be aware that the root 'س-ع-ر' appears in the Quran and classical poetry, often referring to the kindling of fire or the heat of war (e.g., 'سعر الحرب'). Understanding this connection enriches your appreciation of the modern scientific term. You can read complex medical journals or government reports on 'الأمن الغذائي' (food security) and 'الاستهلاك الحراري' (thermal consumption) without difficulty. You should be able to discuss the socio-economic implications of calorie-dense, nutrient-poor diets in urban Arabic populations. Your use of the word should be flawless, including complex grammatical structures and rhetorical devices. You can use 'سعرات' in professional health policy discussions, perhaps arguing for 'ضرائب السعرات' (calorie taxes) on soft drinks. You are also able to appreciate puns or wordplay involving the root 'س-ع-ر' in Arabic media and literature, recognizing the depth of the language's development from classical to modern technical usage.
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At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of the word 'سعرات' and its entire lexical field. You can discuss the word's development as a technical neologism in the 20th century and how Arabic linguists chose this specific root to translate the Western concept of the 'calorie'. You can engage in high-level scientific discourse, perhaps translating or authoring papers on 'الديناميكا الحرارية الحيوية' (biological thermodynamics). You understand the subtle differences in how the term is used across all 22 Arabic-speaking countries, from the formal 'Fusha' used in scientific journals to the various 'Ammiya' (dialects) used in daily life. You can critique the linguistic accuracy of medical translations and propose better ways to communicate health concepts to diverse Arabic audiences. Your knowledge extends to the most obscure uses of the root in classical lexicons like 'Lisan al-Arab', and you can synthesize this historical knowledge with modern nutritional science. At this level, the word is not just a vocabulary item; it is a point of intersection between history, science, linguistics, and culture, and you can navigate all these dimensions with the ease of a native scholar.
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سعرات em 30 segundos

  • The word 'سعرات' (Su'rat) is the Arabic term for 'calories', used to measure the energy content in food and drinks.
  • It is the plural of 'سعرة' and is essential for discussing nutrition, health, fitness, and weight management in Arabic.
  • Grammatically, it follows specific rules after numbers and is often paired with the adjective 'حرارية' (thermal) in formal contexts.
  • Understanding this word allows learners to read food labels, follow diet plans, and participate in modern health-related conversations.

The Arabic word سعرات (Su'rat) is the plural form of سعرة (Su'ra), which translates directly to 'calories' in English. In a scientific and nutritional context, it refers to the units of energy that people get from the food and drink they consume, and the energy they use in physical activity. Understanding this word is crucial for anyone navigating modern life in the Arabic-speaking world, as health consciousness, dieting, and fitness culture have become deeply embedded in societal norms from Dubai to Casablanca. When you see this word, you are looking at the fuel of the human body. The term is derived from the Arabic root س-ع-ر (s-'-r), which historically relates to kindling a fire or heat, perfectly capturing the concept of 'burning' energy.

Nutritional Labeling
In supermarkets across the Middle East, you will find سعرات حرارية (thermal calories) listed on the back of every package. It is the standard metric for energy content.
Fitness and Exercise
Gym culture uses this word constantly. Trainers will talk about how many سعرات you have burned during a HIIT session or on a treadmill.
Medical Consultations
Doctors and nutritionists use the term when discussing weight management, diabetes control, or general metabolic health.

The word is versatile. While it is a technical term, it has entered the daily vernacular. People often omit the adjective حرارية (thermal) and simply say سعرات. For example, during a meal, someone might jokingly say they are ignoring the calories today. It represents a bridge between scientific terminology and everyday lifestyle choices. In many Arab households, especially among the younger generation, calculating سعرات has become a common ritual before ordering food on delivery apps like Talabat or Jahez.

كم عدد الـ سعرات في هذه الوجبة؟ (How many calories are in this meal?)

أريد طعاماً يحتوي على سعرات أقل. (I want food that contains fewer calories.)

Beyond nutrition, the concept of سعرات is used in physics and engineering when discussing heat energy, although this is less common in general conversation. The root word also gives us تسعيرة (pricing/tariff), which might seem unrelated but shares the historical root of 'valuing' or 'measuring' something—in one case, heat; in the other, cost. This linguistic connection highlights how Arabic roots branch out into diverse modern meanings.

المشي يحرق الكثير من الـ سعرات. (Walking burns a lot of calories.)

هذه الشوكولاتة غنية بالـ سعرات. (This chocolate is rich in calories.)

يجب أن أحسب الـ سعرات يومياً. (I must calculate the calories daily.)

Using سعرات correctly requires understanding its grammatical role as a noun. It is almost always used in the plural because we rarely talk about a single calorie. In Arabic, when you want to describe something as 'high calorie' or 'low calorie,' you use the construction قليل السعرات or عالي السعرات. This uses the Idafa construction (possessive structure), which is a cornerstone of Arabic grammar.

Quantifying Calories
When giving a specific number, such as '500 calories,' you say خمس مئة سعرة. Note that after numbers 11-99, the singular سعرة is used in the accusative case, but in general conversation, people often stick to the plural.
Verbs of Action
Common verbs paired with this word include حرق (to burn), حسب (to calculate), and احتوى (to contain). For example: 'يحتوي التفاح على سعرات قليلة' (Apples contain few calories).

In formal writing, such as a health article, you will see it paired with the adjective حرارية (thermal). This is the full scientific term: السعرات الحرارية. In casual speech, the adjective is dropped. If you are writing a menu for a restaurant in Dubai, you are legally required to list the سعرات for each dish, making this word vital for the hospitality industry.

هل يمكنني الحصول على وجبة منخفضة الـ سعرات؟ (Can I have a low-calorie meal?)

لقد أحرقت 300 سعرة في الجري. (I burned 300 calories running.)

When discussing weight gain, you might hear the phrase فائض من السعرات (a surplus of calories) or نقص في السعرات (a deficit in calories). These terms are common in bodybuilding circles and metabolic health discussions. The word is also used in the context of food labels where 'Serving Size' and 'Calories per serving' are translated as حجم الحصة and السعرات في كل حصة.

السكريات تزيد من الـ سعرات بشكل كبير. (Sugars increase calories significantly.)

احذر من الـ سعرات المخفية في المشروبات. (Beware of hidden calories in drinks.)

You will hear سعرات in a variety of modern settings. If you tune into an Arabic morning talk show (like 'Sabah al-Khair ya Arab'), there is almost always a segment on health where a nutritionist explains how to manage سعرات during Ramadan. This is a particularly common context; during the holy month, people are very concerned about the high energy content of traditional Iftar meals like Kunafa or Sambousek.

The Grocery Store
Shoppers often compare labels. You might hear someone say, 'هذا المنتج فيه سعرات أقل' (This product has fewer calories).
Social Media
Arabic fitness influencers on TikTok and Instagram use '#سعرات' as a primary hashtag. Their videos often focus on 'low calorie' hacks for traditional dishes.

In a professional medical environment, a dietitian will use سعرات to create a 'diet plan' (نظام غذائي). They will specify the السعرات اليومية (daily calories) required for the patient's goal. Interestingly, the word is also used in school textbooks in the Middle East to teach children about energy balance and the science of the human body, making it one of the first 'scientific' words an Arabic-speaking child learns.

كم سعرة حرارية يجب أن أتناول لإنقاص الوزن؟ (How many calories should I eat to lose weight?)

المدرب قال لي أنني أحتاج المزيد من الـ سعرات. (The coach told me I need more calories.)

One of the most common mistakes for English speakers learning Arabic is the confusion between the singular and plural forms. In English, we say '100 calories' (plural). In Arabic, after numbers 11 through 99, you must use the singular سعرة. Saying 'مئة سعرات' is grammatically incorrect; it should be 'مئة سعرة'. This is a rule that applies to all counted nouns in Arabic, but it is frequently forgotten with technical terms.

Confusion with 'Heat'
Beginning students sometimes use حرارة (harara) when they mean calories. While related, حرارة means heat/temperature. You cannot say 'I burned 500 heats.'
Gender Agreement
Since سعرة is feminine, any adjectives describing it must also be feminine. For example, 'سعرات كثيرة' (many calories), not 'سعرات كثير'.

Another mistake is using the word طاقة (energy) interchangeably with سعرات in all contexts. While a calorie is a unit of energy, you wouldn't say 'This food has 500 energies.' You must specify سعرات. Conversely, if you feel tired, you say 'ليس لدي طاقة' (I have no energy), not 'ليس لدي سعرات'.

خطأ: أكلت 200 سعرات. صح: أكلت 200 سعرة. (Error: I ate 200 calories [plural]. Correct: I ate 200 calorie [singular].)

While سعرات is the standard term, there are several related words that learners should know to sound more natural and precise in different contexts. Depending on whether you are talking about physics, nutrition, or general health, your choice of words might change.

طاقة (Taqa)
Meaning 'Energy'. This is the broader concept. You use سعرات to measure طاقة. Example: 'هذا الطعام يعطيني طاقة' (This food gives me energy).
غذاء (Ghidha')
Meaning 'Nutrition' or 'Food'. Often used in the phrase 'نظام غذائي' (diet plan), which is the context where you'd most often discuss calories.
وزن (Wazn)
Meaning 'Weight'. Calories are almost always discussed in relation to gaining or losing weight.

In some technical scientific papers, you might see كيلو جول (Kilojoules), which is the metric alternative to calories, but in 99% of daily life, سعرات is the dominant term. When describing someone who eats a lot of calories, you might use the adjective نهم (gluttonous), though this is more about behavior than the energy units themselves.

بدلاً من سعرات، يمكننا التحدث عن 'القيمة الغذائية'. (Instead of calories, we can talk about 'nutritional value'.)

How Formal Is It?

Curiosidade

The word for 'Hellfire' in the Quran, 'As-Sa'eer', comes from the same root as 'calories', because both involve intense heat and burning energy.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /suʕ.raːt/
US /suʕ.raːt/
The stress is on the second syllable 'raat'.
Rima com
ممرات (mamarrat) مطارات (matarat) سيارات (sayyarat) قارات (qarrat) زيارات (ziyarat) مهارات (maharat) خيارات (khiyarat) منارات (manarat)
Erros comuns
  • Pronouncing 'u' as a long 'oo' like 'soon'. It should be short.
  • Skipping the 'Ain' sound entirely, making it sound like 'surat'.
  • Not lengthening the 'aa' in the second syllable.
  • Pronouncing the 't' too softly; it should be a clear dental 't'.
  • Confusing it with 'surat' (picture/chapter of Quran).

Nível de dificuldade

Leitura 2/5

Easy to recognize once the root is known.

Escrita 3/5

Requires correct spelling of the 'Ain' and long 'at'.

Expressão oral 4/5

The 'Ain' sound can be challenging for non-natives.

Audição 2/5

Clear pronunciation in most dialects.

O que aprender depois

Pré-requisitos

طاقة أكل جسم نار عدد

Aprenda a seguir

بروتين دهون سكريات فيتامينات تمثيل غذائي

Avançado

كربوهيدرات ألياف مضادات أكسدة معدل الأيض الأساسي توازن طاقي

Gramática essencial

Sound Feminine Plural

سعرة -> سعرات

Numbers 11-99

عشرون سعرة (Singular accusative)

Numbers 3-10

خمس سعرات (Plural genitive)

Idafa Construction

حرق السعرات (Burning of calories)

Adjective Agreement

سعرات كثيرة (Feminine singular adjective for non-human plural)

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Exemplos por nível

1

هذا الطعام فيه سعرات.

This food has calories.

Basic 'Subject + Predicate' structure.

2

أنا لا أحب السعرات الكثيرة.

I don't like many calories.

Using 'لا' for negation.

3

كم سعرة في التفاحة؟

How many calories are in the apple?

Question word 'كم' followed by singular noun.

4

السكر فيه سعرات.

Sugar has calories.

Simple noun sentence.

5

هذه وجبة قليلة السعرات.

This is a low-calorie meal.

Adjective phrase 'قليلة السعرات'.

6

الماء ليس فيه سعرات.

Water does not have calories.

Using 'ليس' for negation of existence.

7

أريد سعرات أقل.

I want fewer calories.

Comparative 'أقل' (less/fewer).

8

شكراً، السعرات كثيرة هنا.

Thanks, there are many calories here.

Plural noun with feminine adjective.

1

يجب أن أحسب السعرات كل يوم.

I must calculate the calories every day.

Modal verb 'يجب' + 'أن' + present tense.

2

المشي يحرق سعرات حرارية.

Walking burns thermal calories.

Verb 'يحرق' (to burn) + object.

3

هل هذا العصير منخفض السعرات؟

Is this juice low in calories?

Compound adjective 'منخفض السعرات'.

4

قرأت السعرات على العلبة.

I read the calories on the box.

Past tense verb 'قرأت'.

5

الرياضة تساعد في حرق السعرات.

Exercise helps in burning calories.

Gerund 'حرق' (burning) in a prepositional phrase.

6

هذه الشوكولاتة فيها مئة سعرة.

This chocolate has one hundred calories.

Singular 'سعرة' after the number 100.

7

أحتاج إلى طعام يعطيني سعرات.

I need food that gives me calories.

Relative clause 'يعطيني سعرات'.

8

لا تأكل سعرات زائدة قبل النوم.

Don't eat extra calories before sleeping.

Prohibitive 'لا' + jussive verb.

1

يعتمد فقدان الوزن على تقليل السعرات.

Weight loss depends on reducing calories.

Verb 'يعتمد' (depends) + 'على'.

2

البروتين يشعرك بالشبع بسعرات أقل.

Protein makes you feel full with fewer calories.

Causative verb 'يشعرك' (makes you feel).

3

يحتوي الوجبات السريعة على سعرات فارغة.

Fast food contains empty calories.

The term 'سعرات فارغة' for nutrient-poor food.

4

من المهم موازنة السعرات مع النشاط البدني.

It is important to balance calories with physical activity.

Infinitive 'موازنة' (balancing).

5

أصبح الناس أكثر وعياً بالسعرات الحرارية.

People have become more aware of calories.

Verb 'أصبح' (became) + noun + adjective.

6

خبير التغذية صمم لي برنامجاً محدود السعرات.

The nutritionist designed a calorie-restricted program for me.

Passive-like construction 'محدود السعرات'.

7

هل تحسب السعرات في المشروبات الغازية؟

Do you count the calories in soft drinks?

Present tense question.

8

تجنب الأطعمة التي تحتوي على سعرات مخفية.

Avoid foods that contain hidden calories.

Imperative verb 'تجنب' (avoid).

1

تتطلب القوانين الجديدة ذكر السعرات في القوائم.

New laws require mentioning calories on menus.

Plural subject 'القوانين' with feminine singular verb.

2

هناك علاقة طردية بين السعرات وزيادة الوزن.

There is a direct correlation between calories and weight gain.

Technical term 'علاقة طردية' (direct relationship).

3

يختلف معدل حرق السعرات من شخص لآخر.

The rate of burning calories varies from one person to another.

Phrase 'من شخص لآخر' (from person to person).

4

السعرات ليست المعيار الوحيد لجودة الغذاء.

Calories are not the only criterion for food quality.

Plural 'السعرات' treated as feminine singular for the verb 'ليست'.

5

يؤدي استهلاك سعرات فائضة إلى تخزين الدهون.

Consuming excess calories leads to fat storage.

Verb 'يؤدي إلى' (leads to).

6

الرياضيون يحتاجون إلى كميات هائلة من السعرات.

Athletes need massive amounts of calories.

Adjective 'هائلة' (massive/huge).

7

تعتبر السعرة وحدة قياس للطاقة الحرارية.

The calorie is considered a unit of measurement for thermal energy.

Passive verb 'تعتبر' (is considered).

8

تم تضليل المستهلكين بشأن عدد السعرات.

Consumers were misled regarding the number of calories.

Passive voice 'تم تضليل' (were misled).

1

تتجلى خطورة السعرات الفارغة في تسببها بسوء التغذية.

The danger of empty calories is manifested in their cause of malnutrition.

High-level verb 'تتجلى' (is manifested).

2

إن الإفراط في تناول السعرات يرهق عمليات الأيض.

Excessive calorie intake exhausts metabolic processes.

Use of 'إن' for emphasis and 'يرهق' (exhausts).

3

تنبثق أهمية السعرات من دورها الحيوي في البقاء.

The importance of calories stems from their vital role in survival.

Verb 'تنبثق من' (stems from).

4

يجب مراعاة كثافة السعرات في الوجبات اليومية.

One must consider the calorie density in daily meals.

Noun 'كثافة' (density) in Idafa.

5

تثير ضرائب السعرات جدلاً واسعاً في الأوساط الاقتصادية.

Calorie taxes spark widespread debate in economic circles.

Metaphorical use of 'تثير' (spark/provoke).

6

لا يمكن اختزال الصحة في مجرد أرقام للسعرات.

Health cannot be reduced to mere calorie numbers.

Verb 'اختزال' (to reduce/simplify).

7

تساهم السعرات في تشكيل النمط الاستهلاكي للمجتمعات.

Calories contribute to shaping the consumption patterns of societies.

Phrase 'النمط الاستهلاكي' (consumption pattern).

8

يعكس الاهتمام بالسعرات تحولاً ثقافياً نحو العافية.

Interest in calories reflects a cultural shift toward wellness.

Verb 'يعكس' (reflects).

1

إن مفهوم السعرات يتجاوز كونه مجرد وحدة فيزيائية.

The concept of calories transcends being merely a physical unit.

Verb 'يتجاوز' (transcends).

2

تتداخل السعرات مع مفاهيم الاستدامة والأمن الغذائي العالمي.

Calories overlap with concepts of sustainability and global food security.

Verb 'تتداخل' (overlap/intertwine).

3

تعد السعرات حجر الزاوية في فهم التوازن الديناميكي للجسم.

Calories are the cornerstone of understanding the body's dynamic balance.

Idiom 'حجر الزاوية' (cornerstone).

4

يثير التفاوت في استهلاك السعرات تساؤلات حول العدالة الاجتماعية.

Disparity in calorie consumption raises questions about social justice.

Noun 'التفاوت' (disparity/gap).

5

يتم تحليل السعرات في سياق التطور البيولوجي للإنسان.

Calories are analyzed in the context of human biological evolution.

Passive 'يتم تحليل' (is analyzed).

6

إن اختلال ميزان السعرات هو نتاج لنمط الحياة المعاصر.

The imbalance of the calorie scale is a product of the modern lifestyle.

Noun 'اختلال' (imbalance/disruption).

7

تتجذر المصطلحات المتعلقة بالسعرات في التراث العلمي العربي.

Terminology related to calories is rooted in the Arabic scientific heritage.

Verb 'تتجذر' (is rooted).

8

تخضع السعرات لمعايير دولية صارمة في التصنيع الغذائي.

Calories are subject to strict international standards in food manufacturing.

Verb 'تخضع لـ' (is subject to).

Colocações comuns

حرق السعرات
حساب السعرات
سعرات حرارية
قليل السعرات
عالي السعرات
فائض السعرات
نقص السعرات
توازن السعرات
سعرات مخفية
سعرات فارغة

Frases Comuns

كم سعرة؟

— How many calories? A very common short question when eating out.

كم سعرة في هذه القطعة؟

بدون سعرات

— Zero calories. Often used for diet sodas or water.

هذا المشروب بدون سعرات.

أحرق سعرات

— I am burning calories. Used during or after exercise.

أنا الآن أحرق سعرات في النادي.

سعرات حرارية يومية

— Daily calories. Refers to the recommended daily intake.

ما هي السعرات الحرارية اليومية المناسبة لي؟

قنبلة سعرات

— A calorie bomb. Used to describe very fattening food.

هذا البرجر قنبلة سعرات!

توزيع السعرات

— Calorie distribution. How calories are split across meals.

توزيع السعرات مهم جداً.

حرق الدهون والسعرات

— Burning fat and calories. A common marketing phrase for gyms.

هذا التمرين يحرق الدهون والسعرات.

وجبة غنية بالسعرات

— A meal rich in calories. Usually implies a heavy, filling meal.

تناولنا وجبة غنية بالسعرات في الغداء.

تعداد السعرات

— Calorie counting. The act of tracking intake.

تعداد السعرات قد يكون مرهقاً.

خسارة سعرات

— Losing calories. Often used interchangeably with burning them.

خسارة السعرات تتطلب مجهوداً.

Frequentemente confundido com

سعرات vs حرارة

Means 'heat' or 'temperature'. You don't eat 'heat', you eat 'calories'.

سعرات vs سورة

Means a 'chapter' of the Quran. Pronounced with a plain 's' and no 'Ain'.

سعرات vs صورة

Means 'picture'. Starts with a heavy 'S' (Saad) and has no 'Ain'.

Expressões idiomáticas

"يأكل السعرات بعينيه"

— To look at high-calorie food longingly without eating it.

هو في رجيم، لذا يأكل السعرات بعينيه فقط.

Informal
"نار السعرات"

— Metaphor for a very high metabolism or intense workout.

جسمه مثل نار السعرات، لا يسمن أبداً.

Slang
"حساب السعرات بالملعقة"

— Being extremely strict and meticulous about dieting.

هي تحسب السعرات بالملعقة، لا تخطئ أبداً.

Informal
"يصرف سعرات"

— To spend calories (like money), implying physical effort.

صرفت سعرات كثيرة في تنظيف البيت.

Neutral
"بحر من السعرات"

— An overwhelming amount of calories.

هذا البوفيه بحر من السعرات.

Informal
"سعرات طائرة"

— Calories that don't seem to count (humorous, usually regarding snacks).

هذه مجرد قطعة صغيرة، سعرات طائرة!

Humorous
"عدو السعرات"

— Someone who is very fit or a strict dieter.

أخي هو عدو السعرات، يمارس الرياضة دائماً.

Informal
"سوق السعرات"

— A place with lots of unhealthy food.

هذا الشارع هو سوق السعرات الحقيقي.

Informal
"سرقة السعرات"

— Eating a small bite of someone else's food.

أحب سرقة السعرات من طبق صديقي.

Informal
"ماكينة حرق سعرات"

— A calorie-burning machine (referring to an active person).

أنت ماكينة حرق سعرات يا بطل!

Slang

Fácil de confundir

سعرات vs طاقة

Both relate to energy.

'Taqa' is the general concept of energy. 'Su'rat' is the specific unit of measurement for food energy.

الطعام يعطي طاقة، ونقيسها بالسعرات.

سعرات vs وزن

Related in weight loss contexts.

'Wazn' is weight (kg/lbs). 'Su'rat' is the energy that affects that weight.

زيادة السعرات تزيد الوزن.

سعرات vs دهون

Fat is high in calories.

'Duhun' is a macronutrient (fat). 'Su'rat' is the energy unit found in fat.

الدهون تحتوي على سعرات كثيرة.

سعرات vs سكريات

Sugar is a source of calories.

'Sukkariyat' is sugars/carbs. 'Su'rat' is the energy they provide.

السكريات ترفع السعرات.

سعرات vs تسعيرة

Same root (s-'-r).

'Tas'ira' is a price list or tariff. 'Su'rat' is a calorie.

التسعيرة عالية في هذا المطعم.

Padrões de frases

A1

[Food] فيه سعرات.

الأرز فيه سعرات.

A2

أنا أحرق [Number] سعرة.

أنا أحرق مئة سعرة.

B1

من المهم [Verb] السعرات.

من المهم حساب السعرات.

B2

يؤدي [Noun] إلى زيادة السعرات.

يؤدي السكر إلى زيادة السعرات.

C1

تتجلى أهمية [Noun] في موازنة السعرات.

تتجلى أهمية الصحة في موازنة السعرات.

C2

إن [Noun] هو نتاج لاختلال ميزان السعرات.

إن المرض هو نتاج لاختلال ميزان السعرات.

A2

هذا [Food] قليل السعرات.

هذا العصير قليل السعرات.

B1

يحتوي [Food] على سعرات [Adjective].

يحتوي التمر على سعرات عالية.

Família de palavras

Substantivos

سعرة (Calorie - singular)
تسعير (Pricing)
تسعيرة (Tariff/Price list)
سعير (Blazing fire/Hellfire)
مستعر (Blazing/Burning)

Verbos

سعر (To set a price/To kindle)
استعر (To flare up/To blaze)
سعر (To cause to burn)

Adjetivos

سعري (Caloric)
حراري (Thermal)
مسعر (Priced/Kindled)

Relacionado

طاقة (Energy)
حرارة (Heat)
غذاء (Nutrition)
احتراق (Combustion)
تمثيل (Metabolism)
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frequency

Very high in health, fitness, and lifestyle domains.

Erros comuns
  • مئة سعرات → مئة سعرة

    After 100, the noun should be singular genitive in formal grammar, but often singular in general.

  • أكلت حرارة كثيرة → أكلت سعرات كثيرة

    Don't use 'harara' (heat) for calories in a nutritional context.

  • سعرات كثير → سعرات كثيرة

    Adjectives for non-human plurals must be feminine singular.

  • سعرات حراري → سعرات حرارية

    The adjective must match the feminine plural noun in gender.

  • خمسة سعرة → خمس سعرات

    Numbers 3-10 require the plural form.

Dicas

The 11-99 Rule

Always use the singular 'سعرة' after numbers between 11 and 99. For example, 'خمسون سعرة' (50 calories).

Formal vs Informal

Use 'سعرات حرارية' in writing and 'سعرات' when speaking with friends.

Master the Ain

The 'Ain' in 'Su'rat' is what makes it sound authentic. Practice tightening your throat slightly.

Ramadan Health

During Ramadan, 'سعرات' is a buzzword. It's a great time to practice using it.

Feminine Plural

Remember that 'سعرات' is a feminine plural, so adjectives like 'كثيرة' should be feminine singular.

Context Clues

If you hear numbers and 'su...', it's almost certainly about calories in a health context.

Empty Calories

Learn the phrase 'سعرات فارغة' to describe junk food; it's very useful in health discussions.

Scientific Root

Knowing the root 's-'-r' (kindling) helps you connect the word to heat and energy.

Polite Refusal

Use 'سعرات' as a polite excuse to decline heavy desserts at social gatherings.

Language Apps

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Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of 'Su'rat' as 'Sun-Rate'. The sun gives heat, and calories are the rate of heat/energy in your food.

Associação visual

Imagine a tiny fire (kindled fire = sa'ara) inside every piece of food you eat, providing the 'heat' your body needs.

Word Web

سعرات طاقة حرق جسم غذاء رياضة نحافة سمنة

Desafio

Try to find three food items in your kitchen and look for the word 'سعرات' on their labels. Write down the number next to them in Arabic.

Origem da palavra

Derived from the Arabic root 'س-ع-ر' (s-'-r). This root fundamentally relates to the concept of kindling, lighting a fire, or the intensity of heat. In classical Arabic, 'sa'ara' means to kindle a fire.

Significado original: Kindling or blazing fire.

Semitic (Arabic).

Contexto cultural

Be careful when discussing calories with older generations in the Arab world, as 'dieting' can sometimes be seen as a rejection of their hospitality.

In the West, 'calories' is often a word associated with guilt. In the Arab world, it is becoming similar, but still retains a more scientific/clinical feel in many circles.

Health segments on 'MBC' morning shows. The 'Saudi Vision 2030' health and wellness initiatives. Arabic translations of WHO nutrition guidelines.

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Gym/Fitness

  • كم سعرة حرقت؟
  • تمرين حرق سعرات
  • أحتاج طاقة
  • مدرب تغذية

Restaurant

  • قائمة قليلة السعرات
  • هل يوجد سكر؟
  • بدون إضافات
  • حجم الحصة

Doctor/Clinic

  • نظام غذائي
  • خسارة الوزن
  • السمنة المفرطة
  • فحوصات دم

Supermarket

  • قراءة الملصق
  • تاريخ الانتهاء
  • المكونات
  • خالٍ من الدسم

Home/Cooking

  • طبخ صحي
  • بدائل السكر
  • زيت قليل
  • وجبة متوازنة

Iniciadores de conversa

"هل تهتم بحساب السعرات في طعامك اليومي؟ (Do you care about counting calories in your daily food?)"

"ما هي أكثر وجبة تحبها ولكنها مليئة بالسعرات؟ (What is your favorite meal that is full of calories?)"

"هل تعتقد أن كتابة السعرات في المطاعم فكرة جيدة؟ (Do you think writing calories in restaurants is a good idea?)"

"كيف تحرق السعرات الزائدة بعد وجبة ثقيلة؟ (How do you burn extra calories after a heavy meal?)"

"هل تعرف كم سعرة يحتاجها جسمك في اليوم؟ (Do you know how many calories your body needs a day?)"

Temas para diário

اكتب عن تجربتك مع اتباع نظام غذائي معين وكيف تعاملت مع السعرات. (Write about your experience with a specific diet and how you dealt with calories.)

هل تعتقد أن الثقافة العربية تشجع على استهلاك سعرات عالية؟ لماذا؟ (Do you think Arab culture encourages high calorie consumption? Why?)

صف يومك من حيث النشاط البدني وحرق السعرات. (Describe your day in terms of physical activity and calorie burning.)

ما رأيك في 'السعرات الفارغة' وتأثيرها على الشباب؟ (What is your opinion on 'empty calories' and their effect on youth?)

تخيل مستقبلاً حيث يتم التحكم في السعرات بواسطة التكنولوجيا. (Imagine a future where calories are controlled by technology.)

Perguntas frequentes

10 perguntas

The singular is 'سعرة' (Su'ra). It is a feminine noun.

Yes, it is the standard term across the Arab world, from the Gulf to North Africa.

You say 'قليل السعرات' (qalil al-su'rat) or 'منخفض السعرات' (munkhafid al-su'rat).

No, in daily conversation, 'سعرات' is enough. 'سعرات حرارية' is more formal and scientific.

You can say 'أنا أحسب السعرات' (I am counting calories) or 'أنا أتبع نظاماً قليل السعرات'.

The verb is 'حرق' (harqa). For example: 'أريد حرق السعرات' (I want to burn calories).

Yes, they share the same root 's-'-r', which relates to valuing or kindling.

It is written as '١٠٠ سعرة' (mi'at su'ra).

Primarily it's for food and physics (heat energy), but metaphorically it can mean 'energy' or 'effort'.

Because we usually deal with calories in large quantities, so the plural is the default form in conversation.

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اكتب جملة بسيطة تستخدم فيها كلمة 'سعرات'.

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لماذا يحسب الناس السعرات؟ اكتب سببين.

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صف وجبة صحية من حيث السعرات.

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ما رأيك في كتابة السعرات على قوائم الطعام في المطاعم؟

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اكتب فقرة قصيرة عن أهمية الرياضة في حرق السعرات.

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تحدث عن 'السعرات الفارغة' وتأثيرها على الأطفال.

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كيف توازن بين حبك للأكل التقليدي وحساب السعرات؟

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اشرح العلاقة بين السعرات والتمثيل الغذائي.

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اكتب رسالة قصيرة لصديق تنصحه فيها بتقليل السعرات.

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تخيل أنك خبير تغذية، اكتب نصيحة يومية عن السعرات.

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ما هي السعرات المخفية؟ أعطِ أمثلة.

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هل تعتقد أن التكنولوجيا تساعد في حساب السعرات؟ كيف؟

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اكتب عن صنف طعام تحبه واذكر كم سعرة فيه تقريباً.

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لماذا تختلف حاجة الناس للسعرات؟

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ما هي فوائد النظام الغذائي منخفض السعرات؟

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اكتب قصة قصيرة عن شخص قرر التوقف عن حساب السعرات.

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كيف يؤثر الإفراط في السعرات على البيئة؟

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قارن بين السعرات في الفواكه والسعرات في الحلويات.

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ما هو دور السعرات في بقاء الإنسان قديماً؟

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اكتب شعاراً لحملة توعية عن السعرات.

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قل جملة: 'أنا أحرق السعرات في النادي'.

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اسأل عن عدد السعرات في التفاحة.

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تحدث عن رياضتك المفضلة وحرق السعرات.

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اشرح لماذا تفضل الطعام قليل السعرات.

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ناقش أهمية كتابة السعرات في المطاعم.

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صف وجبة دسمة وأثرها على السعرات اليومية.

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كيف تشجع صديقك على ممارسة الرياضة لحرق السعرات؟

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ما رأيك في تطبيقات حساب السعرات؟

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تحدث عن علاقة السكر بالسعرات العالية.

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اشرح مفهوم 'السعرات الفارغة' لشخص لا يعرفه.

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ناقش تحديات الالتزام بنظام غذائي محدد السعرات.

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تحدث عن الأكل التقليدي في بلدك ومحتواه من السعرات.

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كيف تؤثر السعرات على مستوى الطاقة خلال اليوم؟

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ما هي نصيحتك لشخص يريد البدء بحساب سعراته؟

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تحدث عن دور السعرات في الأداء الرياضي المحترف.

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هل تعتقد أن المجتمع أصبح مهووساً بالسعرات؟

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اشرح كيف يمكن حرق السعرات بدون الذهاب للنادي.

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تحدث عن أهمية توازن السعرات للصحة النفسية.

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ناقش تأثير الإعلانات الغذائية على استهلاك السعرات.

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لخص أهمية السعرات في جملة واحدة قوية.

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استمع وحدد الرقم: 'أحرقت اليوم خمس مئة سعرة'.

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استمع وأجب: هل الوجبة عالية أم قليلة السعرات؟

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استمع واكتب الجملة كاملة: 'السعرات الحرارية ضرورية للطاقة'.

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استمع وحدد نوع الطعام المذكور.

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استمع واشرح النص المسموع باختصار.

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استمع واستخرج الفعل المرتبط بالسعرات.

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استمع وحدد النصيحة الطبية المذكورة.

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استمع واكتب عدد السعرات في الوجبة.

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استمع وحدد ما إذا كان المتحدث يحب حساب السعرات أم لا.

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استمع واكتب الكلمات التي تبدأ بحرف السين.

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استمع وحدد الغرض من النص (إعلاني، طبي، شخصي).

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استمع واكتب الصفة التي وصفت بها السعرات.

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استمع وحدد النشاط البدني المذكور لحرق السعرات.

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استمع واكتب اسم الجهاز المستخدم لقياس السعرات.

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أكلت 50 سعرات.

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هذا الطعام فيه حرارة كثيرة.

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أنا أحرق السعرات في النوم.

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اكتب جملة باستخدام 'سعرات مخفية'.

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