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Welcome to this lesson on the '''Passive Voice in Arabic'''! Today, we will explore how to form and use the passive voice in Standard Arabic, a vital component of the language that adds depth and variety to your communication. Understanding the passive voice is essential for expressing actions without focusing on the doer, which can be particularly useful in various contexts, such as storytelling, formal writing, and everyday conversation.
 
The passive voice is commonly used in Arabic literature and spoken language, helping convey messages more subtly and elegantly. This lesson will provide you with the tools you need to grasp the formation of the passive voice and how to use it effectively in sentences.
 
In this lesson, you can expect to find the following:
 
* An introduction to the passive voice in Arabic
 
* Detailed explanations of its formation
 
* Examples to illustrate each point
 
* Practice exercises for you to apply what you've learned
 
Let's dive into the world of the passive voice!


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== Introduction ==
=== Introduction to the Passive Voice ===
 
The passive voice in Arabic shifts the focus from the subject to the action itself, allowing the speaker to highlight the event rather than the actor. This can be particularly useful in formal contexts or when the doer is unknown or irrelevant. In Arabic, the passive voice is formed by modifying the verb, and it can be applied to various tenses.
 
=== Formation of the Passive Voice ===
 
In Standard Arabic, the passive voice is typically formed by altering the verb’s structure. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you understand this process.


Welcome to the lesson on the passive voice in Arabic! In this lesson, you will learn how to form and use the passive voice in Arabic. The passive voice is used to emphasize the receiver of the action rather than the doer of the action. It is an important grammatical structure that will greatly enhance your Arabic language skills. So, let's dive in and explore the formation and usage of the passive voice in Arabic!
==== 1. Present Tense Passive Formation ====


== Formation of the Passive Voice ==
To form the passive voice in the present tense, the verb is modified by adding a prefix and changing the vowel patterns. The general formula is:


In Arabic, the passive voice is formed by using a specific verb pattern, known as "مَبِيْن" (mabīn). This pattern consists of a root or base verb followed by a set of specific letters that indicate the passive voice. The pattern for the passive voice is as follows:
* '''Active Voice:''' يُكتب (yuktub) - "he writes"


مَبِيْن + Root letters
* '''Passive Voice:''' يُكتب (yuktab) - "it is written"


Let's take a look at an example to understand this better. The verb "كَتَبَ" (kataba) means "to write" in Arabic. To form its passive voice, we add the pattern "مَبِيْن" (mabīn) before the root letters:
Another example:


مُكْتَبَ + Root letters
* '''Active Voice:''' تأكل (ta’kul) - "she eats"


The resulting verb "مُكْتَبَ" (muktaba) means "to be written" in English. As you can see, the passive voice is formed by adding the pattern "مَبِيْن" (mabīn) before the root letters of the verb.
* '''Passive Voice:''' تُؤكل (tu’kal) - "it is eaten"


Let's practice forming the passive voice with a few more examples:
Here is a table summarizing some present tense examples:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| يُكتب || yuktab || it is written
|-
| تُقرأ || tuqra || it is read
|-
| تُطبخ || tutbakh || it is cooked
|-
|-
| كَتَبَ || kataba || to write
 
| تُكتب || tuktab || it is written
 
|-
|-
| مُكْتَبَ || muktaba || to be written
 
| تُغسل || tughal || it is washed
 
|}
|}
==== 2. Past Tense Passive Formation ====
To form the passive voice in the past tense, the verb is modified similarly, usually by changing the vowels and adding a prefix. The structure changes slightly based on the subject’s gender and number.
* '''Active Voice:''' كتب (kataba) - "he wrote"
* '''Passive Voice:''' كُتب (kutiba) - "it was written"
Here is a table summarizing some past tense examples:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| كُتب || kutiba || it was written
|-
|-
| قَرَأَ || qara'a || to read
 
| أُكلت || ukilat || it was eaten
 
|-
 
| طُبخت || tubikhat || it was cooked
 
|-
 
| كُتبت || kutibat || it was written
 
|-
|-
| مُقْرَأَ || muqra'a || to be read
 
| غُسلت || ghusilat || it was washed
 
|}
|}
==== 3. Future Tense Passive Formation ====
In the future tense, the passive voice is formed by incorporating the appropriate future tense prefix along with the passive verb form.
* '''Active Voice:''' سيكتب (sayaktub) - "he will write"
* '''Passive Voice:''' سيُكتب (sayuktab) - "it will be written"
Here is a table summarizing some future tense examples:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| سيُكتب || sayuktab || it will be written
|-
| ستُقرأ || sataqra || it will be read
|-
|-
| فَهِمَ || fahima || to understand
 
| ستُطبخ || satutbakh || it will be cooked
 
|-
|-
| مُفْهَمَ || mufhama || to be understood
 
| ستُكتب || satuktab || it will be written
 
|-
 
| ستُغسل || satughall || it will be washed
 
|}
|}


As you can see from the examples, the passive voice is formed by adding the pattern "مَبِيْن" (mabīn) before the root letters of the verb.
=== Usage of the Passive Voice ===
 
Now that we've covered the formation, let's discuss when and why we use the passive voice in Arabic.
 
* '''Emphasizing the Action:''' The passive voice is particularly useful when the focus should be on the action rather than the doer. For example, in a news report, one might say "The law was passed" instead of mentioning who passed it.
 
* '''Unknown Actor:''' When the doer is unknown or irrelevant, the passive voice can be employed. For instance, "The book was lost" does not specify who lost the book.
 
* '''Formal Contexts:''' In formal writing, such as academic papers or legal documents, the passive voice is often preferred to maintain an objective tone.
 
Here are some examples illustrating these points:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Standard Arabic !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| تم إقرار القانون || tamm iqrar alqanoon || The law was passed


== Usage of the Passive Voice ==
|-


Now that we have learned how to form the passive voice in Arabic, let's explore its usage. The passive voice is used in Arabic to emphasize the receiver of the action rather than the doer of the action. It is commonly used in the following situations:
| فُقد الكتاب || fuqda alkitab || The book was lost


1. When the doer of the action is unknown or unimportant:
|-


مُكْتَبَ الرَسَالَةُ. (Muktiba al-rasālahu)
| أُقيم الحفل || uqim alhafl || The party was held
The letter was written.


In this example, the focus is on the fact that the letter was written, rather than who wrote it.
|-


2. When the doer of the action is obvious or implied:
| تمت الموافقة على الطلب || tamat almawafaqa ealaa altalab || The request was approved


تُحَبَّ اللَّغَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ. (Tuḥabbal-lughatu al-'arabiyyatu)
|-
Arabic language is loved.


Here, it is implied that people love the Arabic language.
| وُضع الحجر الأساس || wudae alhajar al’asas || The foundation stone was laid


3. When the speaker wants to be more polite or formal:
|}


يُنْظَفُ البَيْتُ يَوْمِيًّا. (Yunẓafu al-baytu yawmiyyan)
=== Practice Exercises ===
The house is cleaned daily.


Using the passive voice in this context adds a sense of formality and politeness to the sentence.
To solidify your understanding of the passive voice, let’s practice! Below are some exercises designed for you to apply what you've learned.


4. When the doer of the action is known but not mentioned:
==== Exercise 1: Identify the Passive Voice ====


تُحْبَبُ القِرَاءَةُ فِي الكُتُبِ. (Tuḥbabu al-qirā'atu fī al-kutubi)
Read the following sentences and identify whether they are in the passive voice or the active voice.
Reading is loved in books.


Here, the focus is on the act of reading, rather than who loves it.
1. كُتب الدرس. 


== Differences from the Active Voice ==
2. يكتب الطالب. 


The passive voice in Arabic differs from the active voice in several ways. Let's explore some of these differences:
3. أُكلت الفاكهة. 


1. Sentence structure:
4. يقرأ المعلم الكتاب. 


In the active voice, the subject of the sentence is the doer of the action, while the object receives the action. However, in the passive voice, the subject of the sentence receives the action, while the doer of the action is either not mentioned or introduced with the preposition "مِنْ" (min) meaning "by" or "from".
'''Solutions:'''


Active voice example:
1. Passive
أَحْمَدُ يَكْتُبُ الرِّسَالَةَ. (Aḥmadu yaktubu ar-risālah)
Ahmad writes the letter.


Passive voice example:
2. Active
الرِّسَالَةُ تُكْتَبُ مِنْ أَحْمَدٍ. (Ar-risālahu tuktabu min Aḥmadin)
The letter is written by Ahmad.


2. Verb form:
3. Passive


In the active voice, the verb is conjugated based on the subject pronoun. However, in the passive voice, the verb is conjugated based on the subject of the sentence, which receives the action. The verb form for the passive voice is known as "مَبْنِيْ لِلْمَجْهُولِ" (mabnī lilmajhūl), meaning "passive verb form".
4. Active


Active voice example:
==== Exercise 2: Convert to Passive Voice ====
أَنَا أَكْتُبُ الرِّسَالَةَ. (Anā aktubu ar-risālah)
I write the letter.


Passive voice example:
Convert the following active sentences into passive voice.
الرِّسَالَةُ تُكْتَبُ. (Ar-risālahu tuktabu)
The letter is written.


3. Focus:
1. كتب الطالب الدرس. 


In the active voice, the focus is on the doer of the action, while in the passive voice, the focus is on the receiver of the action. This difference in focus changes the overall meaning and emphasis of the sentence.
2. أكلت الفتاة الفاكهة.


Active voice example:
3. قرأ المعلم الكتاب.
أَحْمَدُ يَكْتُبُ الرِّسَالَةَ. (Aḥmadu yaktubu ar-risālah)
Ahmad writes the letter.


Passive voice example:
4. غسلت الأم الملابس.
الرِّسَالَةُ تُكْتَبُ. (Ar-risālahu tuktabu)
The letter is written.


In the active voice, the focus is on Ahmad as the doer of the action. However, in the passive voice, the focus is on the letter as the receiver of the action.
'''Solutions:'''


== Conclusion ==
1. كُتب الدرس بواسطة الطالب.


Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to form and use the passive voice in Arabic. Remember that the passive voice is used to emphasize the receiver of the action rather than the doer of the action. It is formed by using the specific verb pattern "مَبِيْن" (mabīn) before the root letters of the verb. The passive voice differs from the active voice in terms of sentence structure, verb form, and focus. Keep practicing and incorporating the passive voice into your Arabic language skills. Happy learning!
2. أُكلت الفاكهة بواسطة الفتاة.
 
3. أُقرأ الكتاب بواسطة المعلم.
 
4. غُسلت الملابس بواسطة الأم.
 
==== Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Use the correct passive form of the verb to complete the sentences.
 
1. الدرس ____ (كتب) في الساعة الثامنة. 
 
2. الطعام ____ (أُكل) بسرعة. 
 
3. الكتاب ____ (غسل) بعد القراءة. 
 
4. الحفل ____ (أُقيم) في الحديقة. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. كُتب
 
2. أُكل
 
3. غُسل
 
4. أُقيم
 
==== Exercise 4: Match the Sentences ====
 
Match the active sentences with their passive counterparts.
 
1. كتب المعلم الدرس. 
 
2. أكل الأطفال الطعام. 
 
3. قرأت الفتاة القصة. 
 
4. غسلت العائلة السيارة. 
 
a. أُكل الطعام. 
 
b. كُتب الدرس. 
 
c. غُسلت السيارة. 
 
d. أُقرأ القصة. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1 - b 
 
2 - a 
 
3 - d 
 
4 - c 
 
==== Exercise 5: Rewrite the Sentences ====
 
Rewrite the following sentences in passive voice.
 
1. صنع المهندس المبنى. 
 
2. قرأ الطلاب الكتب. 
 
3. غسلت الأخت الصحون. 
 
4. أعدت الأم الطعام. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. أُعد المبنى بواسطة المهندس.
 
2. أُقرأ الكتب بواسطة الطلاب.
 
3. غُسلت الصحون بواسطة الأخت.
 
4. أُعد الطعام بواسطة الأم.
 
==== Exercise 6: Translate to English ====
 
Translate the following passive voice sentences into English.
 
1. كُتب الكتاب. 
 
2. أُكلت الحلوى. 
 
3. غُسلت الملابس. 
 
4. أُقيم الحفل في المدرسة. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. The book was written.
 
2. The dessert was eaten.
 
3. The clothes were washed.
 
4. The party was held at the school.
 
==== Exercise 7: Create Passive Sentences ====
 
Create your own passive sentences using the following verbs: كتب، قرأ، أكل، غسَل.
 
'''Example Solutions:'''
 
1. كُتب المقال.
 
2. أُقرأ الكتاب.
 
3. أُكلت الفاكهة.
 
4. غُسلت الصحون.
 
==== Exercise 8: Identify the Tense ====
 
Identify the tense of the following passive sentences.
 
1. كُتبت الرسالة. 
 
2. تُقرأ القصة. 
 
3. سُئل الطالب. 
 
4. ستُكتب الواجب. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. Past
 
2. Present
 
3. Past
 
4. Future
 
==== Exercise 9: Sentence Transformation ====
 
Transform the following sentences by changing them from passive to active voice.
 
1. أُقيم الحفل في المدينة. 
 
2. غُسلت السيارة. 
 
3. كُتبت الرسالة. 
 
4. أُكل الطعام. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. أقام الحفل في المدينة.
 
2. غسل السيارة.
 
3. كتب الرسالة.
 
4. أكل الطعام.
 
==== Exercise 10: Contextual Usage ====
 
Write a short paragraph using at least three passive voice sentences related to a specific event (e.g., a wedding, a festival, etc.).
 
'''Example Solution:'''
 
في حفل الزفاف، أُقيمت العديد من الفعاليات. كُتبت التهاني الجميلة في البطاقات. أُكلت الأطعمة الشهية من قبل الضيوف.
 
=== Conclusion ===
 
Congratulations on completing this lesson on the passive voice in Standard Arabic! You’ve learned how to form and use the passive voice across different tenses, as well as its significance in various contexts. Remember to practice regularly to master this essential aspect of the language.
 
As you continue your journey through the '''Complete 0 to A1 Standard Arabic Course''', keep an eye out for the next lesson, where we will explore relative clauses in Arabic!


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Standard Arabic → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Formation and usage

Welcome to this lesson on the Passive Voice in Arabic! Today, we will explore how to form and use the passive voice in Standard Arabic, a vital component of the language that adds depth and variety to your communication. Understanding the passive voice is essential for expressing actions without focusing on the doer, which can be particularly useful in various contexts, such as storytelling, formal writing, and everyday conversation.

The passive voice is commonly used in Arabic literature and spoken language, helping convey messages more subtly and elegantly. This lesson will provide you with the tools you need to grasp the formation of the passive voice and how to use it effectively in sentences.

In this lesson, you can expect to find the following:

  • An introduction to the passive voice in Arabic
  • Detailed explanations of its formation
  • Examples to illustrate each point
  • Practice exercises for you to apply what you've learned

Let's dive into the world of the passive voice!

Introduction to the Passive Voice[edit | edit source]

The passive voice in Arabic shifts the focus from the subject to the action itself, allowing the speaker to highlight the event rather than the actor. This can be particularly useful in formal contexts or when the doer is unknown or irrelevant. In Arabic, the passive voice is formed by modifying the verb, and it can be applied to various tenses.

Formation of the Passive Voice[edit | edit source]

In Standard Arabic, the passive voice is typically formed by altering the verb’s structure. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you understand this process.

1. Present Tense Passive Formation[edit | edit source]

To form the passive voice in the present tense, the verb is modified by adding a prefix and changing the vowel patterns. The general formula is:

  • Active Voice: يُكتب (yuktub) - "he writes"
  • Passive Voice: يُكتب (yuktab) - "it is written"

Another example:

  • Active Voice: تأكل (ta’kul) - "she eats"
  • Passive Voice: تُؤكل (tu’kal) - "it is eaten"

Here is a table summarizing some present tense examples:

Standard Arabic Pronunciation English
يُكتب yuktab it is written
تُقرأ tuqra it is read
تُطبخ tutbakh it is cooked
تُكتب tuktab it is written
تُغسل tughal it is washed

2. Past Tense Passive Formation[edit | edit source]

To form the passive voice in the past tense, the verb is modified similarly, usually by changing the vowels and adding a prefix. The structure changes slightly based on the subject’s gender and number.

  • Active Voice: كتب (kataba) - "he wrote"
  • Passive Voice: كُتب (kutiba) - "it was written"

Here is a table summarizing some past tense examples:

Standard Arabic Pronunciation English
كُتب kutiba it was written
أُكلت ukilat it was eaten
طُبخت tubikhat it was cooked
كُتبت kutibat it was written
غُسلت ghusilat it was washed

3. Future Tense Passive Formation[edit | edit source]

In the future tense, the passive voice is formed by incorporating the appropriate future tense prefix along with the passive verb form.

  • Active Voice: سيكتب (sayaktub) - "he will write"
  • Passive Voice: سيُكتب (sayuktab) - "it will be written"

Here is a table summarizing some future tense examples:

Standard Arabic Pronunciation English
سيُكتب sayuktab it will be written
ستُقرأ sataqra it will be read
ستُطبخ satutbakh it will be cooked
ستُكتب satuktab it will be written
ستُغسل satughall it will be washed

Usage of the Passive Voice[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered the formation, let's discuss when and why we use the passive voice in Arabic.

  • Emphasizing the Action: The passive voice is particularly useful when the focus should be on the action rather than the doer. For example, in a news report, one might say "The law was passed" instead of mentioning who passed it.
  • Unknown Actor: When the doer is unknown or irrelevant, the passive voice can be employed. For instance, "The book was lost" does not specify who lost the book.
  • Formal Contexts: In formal writing, such as academic papers or legal documents, the passive voice is often preferred to maintain an objective tone.

Here are some examples illustrating these points:

Standard Arabic Pronunciation English
تم إقرار القانون tamm iqrar alqanoon The law was passed
فُقد الكتاب fuqda alkitab The book was lost
أُقيم الحفل uqim alhafl The party was held
تمت الموافقة على الطلب tamat almawafaqa ealaa altalab The request was approved
وُضع الحجر الأساس wudae alhajar al’asas The foundation stone was laid

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

To solidify your understanding of the passive voice, let’s practice! Below are some exercises designed for you to apply what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Identify the Passive Voice[edit | edit source]

Read the following sentences and identify whether they are in the passive voice or the active voice.

1. كُتب الدرس.

2. يكتب الطالب.

3. أُكلت الفاكهة.

4. يقرأ المعلم الكتاب.

Solutions:

1. Passive

2. Active

3. Passive

4. Active

Exercise 2: Convert to Passive Voice[edit | edit source]

Convert the following active sentences into passive voice.

1. كتب الطالب الدرس.

2. أكلت الفتاة الفاكهة.

3. قرأ المعلم الكتاب.

4. غسلت الأم الملابس.

Solutions:

1. كُتب الدرس بواسطة الطالب.

2. أُكلت الفاكهة بواسطة الفتاة.

3. أُقرأ الكتاب بواسطة المعلم.

4. غُسلت الملابس بواسطة الأم.

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Use the correct passive form of the verb to complete the sentences.

1. الدرس ____ (كتب) في الساعة الثامنة.

2. الطعام ____ (أُكل) بسرعة.

3. الكتاب ____ (غسل) بعد القراءة.

4. الحفل ____ (أُقيم) في الحديقة.

Solutions:

1. كُتب

2. أُكل

3. غُسل

4. أُقيم

Exercise 4: Match the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Match the active sentences with their passive counterparts.

1. كتب المعلم الدرس.

2. أكل الأطفال الطعام.

3. قرأت الفتاة القصة.

4. غسلت العائلة السيارة.

a. أُكل الطعام.

b. كُتب الدرس.

c. غُسلت السيارة.

d. أُقرأ القصة.

Solutions:

1 - b

2 - a

3 - d

4 - c

Exercise 5: Rewrite the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Rewrite the following sentences in passive voice.

1. صنع المهندس المبنى.

2. قرأ الطلاب الكتب.

3. غسلت الأخت الصحون.

4. أعدت الأم الطعام.

Solutions:

1. أُعد المبنى بواسطة المهندس.

2. أُقرأ الكتب بواسطة الطلاب.

3. غُسلت الصحون بواسطة الأخت.

4. أُعد الطعام بواسطة الأم.

Exercise 6: Translate to English[edit | edit source]

Translate the following passive voice sentences into English.

1. كُتب الكتاب.

2. أُكلت الحلوى.

3. غُسلت الملابس.

4. أُقيم الحفل في المدرسة.

Solutions:

1. The book was written.

2. The dessert was eaten.

3. The clothes were washed.

4. The party was held at the school.

Exercise 7: Create Passive Sentences[edit | edit source]

Create your own passive sentences using the following verbs: كتب، قرأ، أكل، غسَل.

Example Solutions:

1. كُتب المقال.

2. أُقرأ الكتاب.

3. أُكلت الفاكهة.

4. غُسلت الصحون.

Exercise 8: Identify the Tense[edit | edit source]

Identify the tense of the following passive sentences.

1. كُتبت الرسالة.

2. تُقرأ القصة.

3. سُئل الطالب.

4. ستُكتب الواجب.

Solutions:

1. Past

2. Present

3. Past

4. Future

Exercise 9: Sentence Transformation[edit | edit source]

Transform the following sentences by changing them from passive to active voice.

1. أُقيم الحفل في المدينة.

2. غُسلت السيارة.

3. كُتبت الرسالة.

4. أُكل الطعام.

Solutions:

1. أقام الحفل في المدينة.

2. غسل السيارة.

3. كتب الرسالة.

4. أكل الطعام.

Exercise 10: Contextual Usage[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph using at least three passive voice sentences related to a specific event (e.g., a wedding, a festival, etc.).

Example Solution:

في حفل الزفاف، أُقيمت العديد من الفعاليات. كُتبت التهاني الجميلة في البطاقات. أُكلت الأطعمة الشهية من قبل الضيوف.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on the passive voice in Standard Arabic! You’ve learned how to form and use the passive voice across different tenses, as well as its significance in various contexts. Remember to practice regularly to master this essential aspect of the language.

As you continue your journey through the Complete 0 to A1 Standard Arabic Course, keep an eye out for the next lesson, where we will explore relative clauses in Arabic!

Table of Contents - Standard Arabic Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Arabic script


Nouns and gender in Arabic


Verbs and conjugation in Arabic


Numbers and counting in Arabic


Everyday Arabic vocabulary


Food and drink vocabulary


Arabic customs and traditions


Arabic music and entertainment


Adjectives in Arabic


Pronouns in Arabic


Prepositions in Arabic


Interrogatives in Arabic


Adverbs in Arabic


Transportation vocabulary


Shopping and money vocabulary


Arabic literature and poetry


Arabic calligraphy and art


Weather vocabulary


Conditional sentences in Arabic


Passive voice in Arabic


Relative clauses in Arabic


Arabic adjectives and nouns


Arabic cinema and TV


Arabic fashion and beauty


Sports and leisure vocabulary


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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