DeenlyMeaning
A short sequential lesson with examples and review cards.
Explanation
Ismi means 'my name'; ma asks 'what'. In ma ismuka, -ka addresses a man; -ki a woman. Ana means 'I'; a separate present-tense 'am' is not needed in a nominal sentence.
ma ismuka?
مَا اسْمُكَ؟
ma ismuka?
What is your name? (masculine)
ismi Ahmad
اِسْمِي أَحْمَدُ
ismi Ahmad
My name is Ahmad
ana talibun
أَنَا طَالِبٌ
ana talibun
I am a student (masculine)
min ayna anta?
مِنْ أَيْنَ أَنْتَ؟
min ayna anta?
Where are you from? (masculine)
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