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Vowels and reading signs

Meaning

A short sequential lesson with examples and review cards.

Explanation

Short vowels are written above or below a letter. Sukun removes the vowel and shadda doubles the consonant.

ba

بَ

ba

Fatha: short a

bi

بِ

bi

Kasra: short i

bu

بُ

bu

Damma: short u

b

بْ

b

Sukun: no vowel

bb

بّ

bb

Shadda: doubling

These learning materials do not replace a fatwa or personal religious advice. Transcription cannot fully represent Arabic pronunciation. Check pronunciation and religious questions with a qualified teacher.

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