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محمول

mahmul
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解析 محمول in your Level:
At the A1 level, you only need to know محمول as part of the phrase هاتف محمول (mobile phone). It is one of the first 'modern' words you learn because everyone has one. You don't need to worry about the grammar of the root yet. Just remember that if you are talking about your phone in a classroom or a basic conversation, this is the word to use. You might see it on a flashcard with a picture of a smartphone. It's a 'label' word at this stage. You should be able to say 'This is my mobile' (هذا محمولِي) or 'I have a mobile' (عندي محمول). The focus is purely on identification and basic possession. You will likely hear it in very simple questions like 'Where is the mobile?' (أين المحمول؟). At this level, don't worry about the feminine form or other meanings; just link the sound 'maḥmūl' to the device in your pocket. It is a survival word for modern life in an Arabic-speaking environment. You might also see it in very simple signs that show a picture of a phone with a red line through it, indicating 'No mobile phones allowed.'
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At the A2 level, you begin to understand that محمول is an adjective. You start to see it describing other things, like a حاسوب محمول (laptop). You should learn that it comes from the verb 'to carry' (حمل), which helps you remember its meaning. You are now expected to use the correct gender agreement. If you are talking about a 'portable machine' (آلة محمولة), you must add the 'ta marbuta' at the end. You can use it in basic sentences to describe the features of an object, such as 'This computer is portable and light.' You also start to recognize the difference between محمول and other regional words like جوال. Your vocabulary is expanding from just 'phone' to 'portable technology.' You should be able to follow simple instructions involving the word, like 'Please put your portable devices in the bag.' This level is about moving from a fixed label to a functional adjective that can describe various objects in your daily life.
At the B1 level, you can use محمول in more complex sentence structures and contexts. You understand its role as a passive participle (اسم مفعول) and can relate it to other words in the same family, like تحمل (to endure) or حمال (porter). You can discuss the advantages and disadvantages of portable technology in a short essay or conversation. For example, you might say, 'Portable devices make our lives easier but they also distract us.' You are also introduced to the word in professional contexts, such as 'portable equipment' in a workplace or 'carried goods' in a basic economic text. You understand the nuances of definite and indefinite usage perfectly. You might also encounter the word in news headlines about the 'mobile market' or 'telecom industry.' Your ability to use the word is no longer limited to gadgets; you can use it to describe anything that is physically carried. You also start to notice the word in slightly more formal literature or media where it might describe something abstract being 'carried' by a medium.
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At the B2 level, you have a firm grasp of the linguistic nuances of محمول. You can use it in technical, legal, or logistical discussions. For instance, you can talk about 'airborne' or 'sea-borne' cargo using phrases like بضائع محمولة جواً. You understand the metaphorical uses of the word, such as a message 'carried' by a messenger or an idea 'carried' within a text. You can participate in debates about the impact of mobile technology on society using sophisticated vocabulary. You are aware of the classical Arabic logic (Mantiq) usage where محمول refers to the predicate of a proposition, though you might not use it daily. You can distinguish between محمول and its synonyms like نقال or سيار with precision, choosing the one that fits the specific dialect or register of your audience. Your writing includes the word in various grammatical positions, including complex iḍāfa constructions. You also understand the passive nature of the word deeply—that it implies an agent who is doing the carrying.
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At the C1 level, you use محمول with the fluency of a native speaker, including its most abstract and academic applications. You can read classical texts where محمول is used in philosophical arguments about substance and accidents. You understand the word's role in complex legal documents regarding 'carried liabilities' or 'borne risks.' In literature, you appreciate the subtle ways authors use the root Ḥ-M-L to create imagery of weight, responsibility, and movement. You can switch between technical jargon and poetic expression effortlessly. You might use the word to describe 'carried interests' in a financial context or 'borne pathogens' in a medical research paper. Your understanding of the word is deeply integrated with your knowledge of Arabic morphology, allowing you to appreciate the 'Maf'ūl' pattern's contribution to the word's meaning. You can also critique the use of the word in different media, noting when a writer chooses 'maḥmūl' over a loanword to maintain a specific linguistic purity or tone.
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At the C2 level, your mastery of محمول is absolute. You understand its historical evolution from pre-Islamic poetry to modern tech-speak. You can engage in high-level academic discourse about the 'predicate' (al-maḥmūl) in Aristotelian logic as interpreted by Arab philosophers like Al-Farabi or Ibn Sina. You can use the word in highly nuanced ways to describe the 'burden of proof' or 'carried meanings' that are not explicitly stated. You are sensitive to the rhythmic and phonological qualities of the word in formal oratory. You can provide expert translations that capture the exact weight of 'maḥmūl' in various contexts, whether it's a technical manual, a legal contract, or a philosophical treatise. You are also aware of rare or archaic uses of the word in specific dialects or specialized fields like medieval logistics or traditional seafaring. The word is no longer just a vocabulary item; it is a tool that you manipulate with precision to convey exact shades of meaning in the most sophisticated communicative environments.
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محمول 30秒了解

  • Mahmul primarily means 'portable' or 'carried' and is the standard Arabic term for 'mobile' in the context of technology and gadgets.
  • It is the passive participle of the root H-M-L, which relates to carrying, bearing, or transporting physical or abstract loads.
  • Grammatically, it functions as an adjective that must agree with its noun in gender, number, and definiteness (e.g., hatif mahmul vs. alah mahmula).
  • While regional terms like 'jawwal' or 'naqqal' exist for phones, 'mahmul' is the universally understood formal term across the Arab world.

The Arabic word محمول (maḥmūl) is a versatile adjective and noun that fundamentally describes something that is 'carried' or 'portable.' At its linguistic core, it is the passive participle (اسم المفعول) of the root verb حمل (ḥamala), which means 'to carry,' 'to bear,' or 'to transport.' In modern contexts, it has become the standard term for 'mobile' or 'portable,' most famously in the phrase الهاتف المحمول (the mobile phone). Understanding this word requires looking at both its physical sense—something being physically lifted and moved—and its technological sense—devices designed for mobility. In a broader philosophical or linguistic sense, it can also refer to something that is 'borne' or 'supported' by something else, such as a logical predicate in classical Arabic logic (Mantiq). However, for an A2 learner, the primary focus is on portability and mobile technology. The word encapsulates the transition of Arab society from stationary communication to the era of ubiquitous connectivity. It is not just about the object itself, but the quality of being unattached to a fixed location. When you describe a computer as حاسوب محمول, you are emphasizing its freedom from the desk. This portability is a key theme in modern Arabic life, where the 'maḥmūl' is an extension of the self.

Linguistic Root
Derived from Ḥ-M-L (ح-م-ل), relating to carrying loads or bearing responsibilities.
Grammatical Form
Passive Participle (Maf'ūl pattern), indicating the state of being carried.
Modern Application
Predominantly used for mobile phones, laptops, and portable medical equipment.

أصبح الهاتف الـ محمول جزءاً أساسياً من حياتنا اليومية ولا يمكننا الاستغناء عنه.

Translation: The mobile phone has become an essential part of our daily lives and we cannot do without it.

Furthermore, the word محمول carries a sense of passivity. It is the object of the action. Unlike the 'carrier' (حامل), the 'maḥmūl' is the one being transported. This distinction is vital in grammar. In everyday speech, if you simply say 'al-maḥmūl,' most people will immediately think of their smartphone. It is one of those words that has evolved from a general adjective to a specific noun through frequent usage. Historically, it might have referred to goods carried on a caravan, but today it refers to the gigabytes of data carried in your pocket. The concept of portability in the Arab world is also linked to the nomadic heritage, where items had to be 'maḥmūl' to be useful. This cultural resonance adds a layer of depth to a seemingly simple modern term. Whether it is a portable radio in the 1970s or a high-end smartphone today, the essence remains the same: the ability to move through space while keeping your tools with you.

هل اشتريت حاسوباً محمولاً جديداً للدراسة؟

هذا الجهاز محمول وخفيف الوزن جداً.

البضائع محمولة على الشاحنات الكبيرة.

المعنى محمول في طيات الكلمات.

Synonym in Tech
نقال (Naqqāl) - often used interchangeably in some regions like North Africa.

Using محمول correctly involves understanding its role as a qualifying adjective. In Arabic, the adjective follows the noun. Therefore, if you want to say 'portable radio,' you say مذياع محمول. The word must agree with the noun in four aspects: gender, number, definiteness, and case. For example, if the noun is feminine like حقيبة (bag), the adjective becomes محمولة. If the noun is plural and non-human, the adjective usually remains feminine singular, such as أجهزة محمولة (portable devices). This is a fundamental rule of Arabic grammar that learners at the A2 level must master. The word is most frequently paired with technology-related nouns. You will see it in advertisements, technical manuals, and daily conversations about gadgets. It is also used in logistics to describe cargo. For instance, 'cargo carried by sea' would be بضائع محمولة بحراً. In a more abstract sense, it can be used in literature to describe emotions or messages 'carried' within a poem or a speech. When using it to mean 'mobile phone,' you can use the full phrase الهاتف المحمول or simply المحمول if the context is clear. In social settings, asking someone for their 'maḥmūl' number is a standard way to exchange contact information. It is also important to distinguish it from جوال (jawwāl), which is more common in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, though محمول is universally understood across all Arab countries. When writing, ensure you place the 'shadda' or appropriate vowels if you are in a formal setting, though in most digital text, it appears as محمول without diacritics. The flexibility of this word allows it to function in both highly technical engineering contexts and very casual coffee-shop talk. It is a bridge between the traditional language of 'bearing loads' and the modern language of 'bearing data.'

Noun-Adjective Agreement
هاتفٌ محمولٌ (Nominative), هاتفاً محمولاً (Accusative), هاتفٍ محمولٍ (Genitive).
Feminine Form
أجهزة محمولة (Portable devices) - Note the feminine singular adjective for non-human plurals.

أبحث عن شاحن لهاتفي الـ محمول.

You will encounter محمول in a variety of settings, ranging from the mundane to the professional. The most common place is in electronics stores and websites like Amazon.ae or Jarir Bookstore, where products are categorized as أجهزة محمولة. In news broadcasts, especially during segments on technology or telecommunications, reporters will use الهاتف المحمول to discuss market trends or new regulations. If you are traveling, you might hear announcements at airports regarding الأجهزة الإلكترونية المحمولة (portable electronic devices) during takeoff and landing. In a professional office environment, IT departments often refer to 'portable workstations' using this term. In academic circles, particularly in philosophy or linguistics, you might hear it in the context of 'al-mawdu' wa al-mahmul' (the subject and the predicate), which is a much more advanced usage but shows the word's deep roots in intellectual history. On the street, while dialects might favor words like 'mobile' or 'cellphone,' the term محمول remains the 'prestige' or 'standard' version used in formal interviews and written signs. For example, a sign in a hospital might say الرجاء إغلاق الهواتف المحمولة (Please turn off mobile phones). Hearing it in songs or poetry is rarer unless the theme is modern life, but it is a staple of modern Arabic prose and journalism. It represents the 'Standard Arabic' identity of modern objects. When you hear a teacher or a news anchor say it, they are choosing a word that is clear to every Arabic speaker from Morocco to Iraq, bypassing regional dialectal variations. It is the 'lingua franca' term for portability.

ممنوع استخدام الهاتف الـ محمول أثناء القيادة.

In Stores
قسم الحواسيب المحمولة (Laptop section).
In News
شركات الاتصالات المحمولة (Mobile telecommunications companies).

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make with محمول is failing to apply gender agreement. Since it is an adjective, it must change to محمولة when describing feminine nouns. For example, saying شاشة محمول (a portable screen - where screen is feminine in some contexts or the phrase is constructed poorly) requires careful attention to which noun is being modified. Another mistake is confusing it with حامل (ḥāmil). While محمول means 'carried,' حامل means 'carrier' or 'pregnant.' Saying 'I have a ḥāmil phone' would imply the phone is carrying something or is pregnant, which is nonsensical. Learners also sometimes struggle with the definite article ال. If you say 'the mobile phone,' both words must have the article: الهاتف المحمول. Omitting it on the adjective (الهاتف محمول) changes the meaning to a complete sentence: 'The phone is portable.' While grammatically correct, it might not be what you intended if you were trying to use it as a noun phrase. Additionally, some learners over-rely on the word محمول for everything mobile. While it works for devices, it doesn't always work for 'mobile' in the sense of 'moving' (like a mobile person or a mobile home), where words like متنقل (muta-naqqil) might be more appropriate. For example, a 'mobile clinic' is usually عيادة متنقلة, not عيادة محمولة, because the clinic moves itself rather than being carried as a small object. Understanding the nuance between 'carried' (maḥmūl) and 'moving' (muta-naqqil) is a sign of a progressing learner. Finally, avoid using it to describe people unless you literally mean they are being carried (e.g., on a stretcher), as it can sound very strange or dehumanizing otherwise.

Confusion with 'Jawwal'
Don't worry about using 'Mahmul' in the Gulf; they will understand you perfectly, even if they prefer 'Jawwal'.

To truly master محمول, you should compare it with its linguistic cousins. The word نقال (naqqāl) is its closest synonym in the context of phones. Used heavily in North Africa (Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco) and parts of the Levant, نقال emphasizes the act of 'transferring' or 'moving' from place to place. Another similar word is جوال (jawwāl), which comes from the root for 'wandering' or 'roaming.' This is the standard term in Saudi Arabia. Then there is متنقل (muta-naqqil), which is used for things like 'mobile libraries' or 'mobile homes,' where the entire structure moves. In the context of carrying, we have محمولات (maḥmūlāt), which refers to the things being carried, like 'cargo' or 'loads.' From the same root, we have حمال (ḥammāl), which refers to a person whose job is to carry things (a porter). There is also حاملة (ḥāmilah), which can mean a 'carrier,' such as حاملة طائرات (aircraft carrier). Understanding these variations helps you see the 'ḥ-m-l' family as a cohesive unit of meaning centered around the concept of bearing weight or responsibility. While محمول is the passive recipient of the carrying, the others describe the actors or the nature of the movement. For a learner, focusing on محمول for gadgets and نقال/جوال for regional variations of phones is the best strategy. In more formal or literary Arabic, you might encounter متحمل (mutaḥammil), which means 'bearing' or 'enduring,' usually in an emotional or financial sense. This shows how the physical act of carrying (محمول) translates into the psychological act of enduring.

Naqqāl (نقال)
Focuses on the transferability. Common in the Maghreb.
Jawwāl (جوال)
Focuses on the roaming nature. Common in the Gulf.
Muta-naqqil (متنقل)
Used for larger mobile entities like clinics or exhibitions.

How Formal Is It?

难度评级

需要掌握的语法

The Passive Participle (Ism al-Maf'ūl)

Adjective-Noun Agreement (Sifa wa Mawsuuf)

Non-human Plural Agreement

The Idafa Construction

Case endings for adjectives

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按水平分级的例句

1

هذا هاتفي المحمول.

This is my mobile phone.

Possessive suffix 'i' added to 'mahmul'.

2

أين المحمول؟

Where is the mobile?

Definite article 'al' used.

3

عندي محمول جديد.

I have a new mobile.

Adjective 'jadid' follows 'mahmul'.

4

المحمول على الطاولة.

The mobile is on the table.

Prepositional phrase 'ala al-tawila'.

5

أريد محملاً صغيراً.

I want a small mobile.

Accusative case for the object of 'uridu'.

6

رقم المحمول من فضلك.

Mobile number, please.

Idafa construction: 'raqm al-mahmul'.

7

هذا ليس محمولِي.

This is not my mobile.

Negation using 'laysa'.

8

شكراً على المحمول.

Thanks for the mobile.

Preposition 'ala' followed by definite noun.

1

أشتريت حاسوباً محمولاً أمس.

I bought a laptop yesterday.

Masculine agreement with 'hasub'.

2

هذه الآلة محمولة وسهلة الاستخدام.

This machine is portable and easy to use.

Feminine agreement with 'alah'.

3

هل هاتفك محمول أم ثابت؟

Is your phone mobile or landline?

Contrast between 'mahmul' and 'thabit'.

4

أحب الأجهزة المحمولة.

I like portable devices.

Feminine singular adjective for non-human plural 'ajhiza'.

5

البطارية في المحمول ضعيفة.

The battery in the mobile is weak.

Subject-predicate sentence.

6

لا تستخدم المحمول في الفصل.

Do not use the mobile in class.

Imperative negation 'la'.

7

هذا الراديو محمول.

This radio is portable.

Simple predicate usage.

8

أبحث عن شاحن محمول.

I am looking for a portable charger.

Adjective describing 'shahin'.

1

تعتمد حياتنا بشكل كبير على الهواتف المحمولة.

Our lives depend heavily on mobile phones.

Plural agreement 'al-hawatif al-mahmula'.

2

أصبح الحاسوب المحمول ضرورة للطلاب.

The laptop has become a necessity for students.

Verb 'asbaha' (to become).

3

هناك تطبيقات كثيرة على هاتفي المحمول.

There are many applications on my mobile phone.

Prepositional phrase 'ala hatifi'.

4

يفضل المسافرون المعدات المحمولة والخفيفة.

Travelers prefer portable and light equipment.

Adjective agreement with 'mu'iddat'.

5

هل يمكنني شحن جهازي المحمول هنا؟

Can I charge my portable device here?

Modal 'yumkinuni' (I can).

6

الرسالة محمولة بصدق في هذه الكلمات.

The message is sincerely carried in these words.

Metaphorical use of 'carried'.

7

يجب إغلاق الأجهزة المحمولة أثناء الإقلاع.

Portable devices must be turned off during takeoff.

Passive-like construction 'yajib ighlaq'.

8

اشتريت مكبر صوت محمول للحفلة.

I bought a portable speaker for the party.

Adjective modifying 'mukabbir sawt'.

1

تعتبر البضائع المحمولة بحراً أرخص من الجوية.

Goods carried by sea are considered cheaper than by air.

Adverbial 'bahran' (by sea).

2

هذا الجهاز محمول باليد ومصمم للعمل الميداني.

This device is handheld and designed for field work.

Compound adjective 'mahmul bi-al-yad'.

3

تطورت تقنيات الاتصال المحمول بشكل مذهل.

Mobile communication technologies have developed amazingly.

Masculine singular adjective for verbal noun 'ittisal'.

4

كل فكرة محمولة في هذا الكتاب لها قيمة.

Every idea carried in this book has value.

Abstract usage.

5

الحمل المحمول على الشاحنة يتجاوز الوزن المسموح.

The load carried on the truck exceeds the allowed weight.

Noun 'haml' and adjective 'mahmul' from same root.

6

هذه النسخة المحمولة من البرنامج لا تحتاج تثبيت.

This portable version of the software doesn't need installation.

Tech context: 'portable software'.

7

المعاني المحمولة خلف النص أعمق مما تبدو.

The meanings carried behind the text are deeper than they seem.

Plural non-human agreement.

8

يتم فحص الحقائب المحمولة بدقة في المطار.

Carry-on bags are checked thoroughly at the airport.

Passive 'yutamma fahs'.

1

في المنطق، المحمول هو ما يُسند إلى الموضوع.

In logic, the predicate is what is attributed to the subject.

Technical term in philosophy/logic.

2

تظل القيم الأخلاقية محمولة عبر الأجيال بالتربية.

Moral values remain carried across generations through upbringing.

Sociological context.

3

إنها مسؤولية محمولة على عاتق الجميع.

It is a responsibility borne on everyone's shoulders.

Idiomatic expression 'ala 'atiq'.

4

تتميز هذه القصيدة بصور محمولة على استعارات بليغة.

This poem is characterized by images borne on eloquent metaphors.

Literary criticism context.

5

كانت التجارة المحمولة عبر الصحراء شريان الحياة.

Trade carried across the desert was the lifeblood.

Historical context.

6

العدوى المحمولة جواً تشكل خطراً على الصحة العامة.

Airborne infection poses a risk to public health.

Scientific/Medical context.

7

يجب تحليل الأبعاد المحمولة في الخطاب السياسي.

The dimensions carried in the political discourse must be analyzed.

Discourse analysis.

8

تعتبر الديون المحمولة من السنة الماضية عبئاً على الميزانية.

Debts carried over from last year are a burden on the budget.

Economic context.

1

يتناول الفلاسفة العرب مفهوم 'المحمول' كجزء لا يتجزأ من الكليات الخمس.

Arab philosophers treat the concept of 'predicate' as an integral part of the five universals.

High-level philosophical terminology.

2

تتجلى عبقرية النص في المعاني المحمولة في ثنايا الصمت.

The genius of the text is manifested in the meanings carried within the folds of silence.

Highly poetic/abstract.

3

تعد هذه المخاطر محمولة ضمنياً في عقود التأمين المعقدة.

These risks are considered implicitly carried within complex insurance contracts.

Legal/Financial precision.

4

إن الهوية الثقافية ليست كياناً ثابتاً بل هي محمولة على التغير المستمر.

Cultural identity is not a static entity but is borne upon constant change.

Philosophical/Sociological.

5

تعتبر الاستعارة في البلاغة العربية 'محمولة' على علاقة المشابهة.

Metaphor in Arabic rhetoric is 'borne' on the relationship of similarity.

Rhetorical theory.

6

تظل الأمانة محمولة في أعناقنا حتى نؤديها.

The trust remains carried on our necks (as a duty) until we fulfill it.

Ethical/Religious idiom.

7

تحلل الدراسة الحمولات الدلالية المحمولة في الأمثال الشعبية.

The study analyzes the semantic loads carried in folk proverbs.

Linguistic research.

8

كانت السفن المحمولة بالذهب والحرير تجوب البحار.

Ships laden (carried) with gold and silk used to roam the seas.

Archaic/Historical narrative.

常见搭配

هاتف محمول
حاسوب محمول
جهاز محمول
شاحن محمول
بضائع محمولة
أجهزة محمولة
رقم المحمول
تطبيقات المحمول
شبكة المحمول
نسخة محمولة

常用短语

الهاتف المحمول
الحاسوب المحمول
جهاز محمول باليد
مكبر صوت محمول
شاحن محمول (باور بانك)
محمول على الأكتاف
محمول جواً
محمول بحراً
محمول على الأعناق
خدمات المحمول

容易混淆的词

محمول vs حامل

محمول vs محمل

محمول vs معمول

习语与表达

"محمول على كفوف الراحة (Carried on the palms of comfort - meaning living in luxury)"
"محمول على الأعناق (Carried on shoulders - meaning highly celebrated or honored)"
"محمول في القلب (Carried in the heart - meaning cherished)"
"محمول على محمل الجد (Taken seriously - though 'mahmal' is the noun here, the root is the same)"
"محمول على الظن (Based on suspicion/assumption)"
"محمول على عاتقه (Carried on his responsibility)"
"محمول في طيات (Carried within the folds of...)"
"محمول على الأكتاف (Carried on shoulders - literal or figurative support)"
"محمول على النعش (Carried on a bier - referring to a funeral)"
"محمول على الريح (Carried by the wind - fleeting or spreading fast)"

容易混淆

محمول vs

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如何使用

tech slang

Sometimes shortened to 'mobile' in English-influenced speech.

abstract usage

Can mean 'borne' or 'attributed' in academic contexts.

regional variation

Mahmul is standard; Jawwal is Gulf; Naqqal is Maghreb/Levant.

常见错误
  • Using 'hamil' instead of 'mahmul' for portable devices.
  • Forgetting to add 'ta marbuta' for feminine nouns like 'alah' or 'shasha'.
  • Not using the definite article 'al' on both the noun and the adjective.
  • Confusing 'mahmul' (carried) with 'muhammal' (downloaded/loaded).
  • Using 'mahmul' for 'mobile' in the sense of 'moving' (like a mobile home).

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Agreement is Key

Always match 'mahmul' to the noun's gender. A 'hatif' is masculine, so use 'mahmul'. A 'sa'a' (watch) is feminine, so use 'mahmula'. This is the most common error for beginners.

Root Power

Connect 'mahmul' to 'hamala' (to carry). If you can carry it, it's 'mahmul'. This mental link makes the word much easier to remember. Roots are the secret to Arabic vocabulary.

Dialect Awareness

While 'mahmul' is formal, don't be surprised to hear 'mobile' or 'cellphone'. Using 'mahmul' makes you sound educated and clear. It is the safe choice in any Arabic-speaking country.

Laptop vs Desktop

Learn 'hasub mahmul' (laptop) alongside 'hasub maktabi' (desktop). This contrast helps solidify both terms in your memory. It's a practical distinction for modern life.

The Deep H

Practice the 'ḥ' sound in the middle. It's a sharp, breathy sound from the middle of the throat. Clear pronunciation of the root letters is vital for being understood.

Definite Article

Remember the 'double Al'. It's 'Al-Hatif Al-Mahmul'. Both words need the 'Al' to mean 'The mobile phone'. If you forget one, the grammar changes completely.

Beyond Phones

Try using 'mahmul' for other things like 'portable speakers' or 'portable chargers'. This expands your usage beyond the most common phrase. It shows you understand the word as an adjective.

News Watching

Watch tech segments on Al Jazeera or BBC Arabic. You will hear 'mahmul' constantly. It's a great way to hear the word in a natural, professional speed.

Visual Association

Imagine a person carrying a heavy box with the word 'MAHMUL' written on it. Now imagine that box shrinking into a phone. This visual transition helps remember the meaning.

Formal Tone

Use 'mahmul' in emails and formal writing. It is much more professional than using the transliterated 'mobile'. It shows respect for the Arabic language.

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词源

Semitic root Ḥ-M-L

文化背景

In some dialects, 'maḥmūl' is the name of a specific type of sweet or cookie, but this is usually 'ma'moul' (different root), so don't get confused!

Giving a 'maḥmūl' as a gift is very common for graduations or weddings.

It is often considered polite to put your 'maḥmūl' away during a formal meal with elders.

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"هل تفضل الحاسوب المحمول أم المكتبي؟"

"ما هو أفضل هاتف محمول في رأيك؟"

"هل تستخدم شاحناً محمولاً لجهازك؟"

"كم ساعة تقضي على هاتفك المحمول يومياً؟"

"هل تعتقد أن المحمول يشتت الانتباه في العمل؟"

日记主题

صف هاتفك المحمول وماذا تفعل به.

تحدث عن أهمية الأجهزة المحمولة في تعليمك.

كيف كانت الحياة قبل اختراع الهاتف المحمول؟

اكتب عن جهاز محمول تحلم بشرائه.

هل يمكنك العيش بدون هاتفك المحمول لمدة أسبوع؟

常见问题

10 个问题

Mahmul is the formal Modern Standard Arabic term meaning 'portable'. Jawwal is the specific term for 'mobile phone' commonly used in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. Both are understood everywhere. Mahmul can describe laptops, whereas Jawwal is only for phones. Use Mahmul for a more formal or general 'portable' sense.

Only if the person is physically being carried, like on a stretcher. It is an adjective for the object being carried. Using it for a person in any other way sounds strange. For a 'mobile' person, use 'mutanaqqil'. It is strictly for things that are recipients of carrying.

Yes, a laptop is called 'hasub mahmul'. This literally means 'portable computer'. While many people use the English word 'laptop', 'hasub mahmul' is the correct Arabic term. You will see this on all official websites and in stores. It is a very common usage.

You simply add a 'ta marbuta' to the end: 'mahmula' (محمولة). This is necessary if the noun it describes is feminine. For example, 'alah mahmula' (portable machine). Arabic adjectives must always match the gender of the noun. This is a key rule for A2 learners.

No, 'downloaded' is 'muhammal' (محمّل) with a shadda on the 'm'. They share the same root H-M-L. 'Mahmul' is the thing carried, while 'muhammal' is the thing that has been loaded or downloaded. Pay attention to the shadda! It changes the meaning significantly.

The root H-M-L is used extensively in the Quran to mean carrying burdens or messages. While the specific form 'mahmul' appears, it refers to things being carried. For example, in Surah Al-Isra, it mentions humans being 'carried' on land and sea. It has a very classical and respected lineage.

Usually, no. A mobile home is called 'bayt mutanaqqil'. 'Mahmul' implies something small enough to be carried by a person or a simple vehicle. A house is too big to be 'mahmul' in the typical sense. 'Mutanaqqil' is better for things that move themselves or are towed.

For non-human things, we use the feminine singular 'mahmula'. For example, 'ajhiza mahmula' (portable devices). If you were talking about people being carried (rare), it would be 'mahmulun'. In most cases, you will use 'mahmula' for plurals. This is a standard rule for non-human plurals.

It is technically an adjective (passive participle). However, it is often used as a noun to mean 'mobile phone'. This is called 'substantivization'. In the phrase 'Where is my mahmul?', it is acting as a noun. In 'portable phone', it is an adjective.

The root is H-M-L (ح-م-ل). This root is all about carrying, bearing, and loads. Knowing the root helps you understand related words like 'haml' (pregnancy), 'tahmil' (loading), and 'ihtimal' (possibility). It is one of the most useful roots in the Arabic language.

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