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How to Use "فى" (There is) in Egyptian Arabic
In today's lesson, we will learn how to use the phrase "فى" (fi) to express "there is" in Egyptian Arabic.
What Does "فى" Mean in Egyptian Arabic?[edit | edit source]
In Egyptian Arabic, the phrase "فى" (fi) is used to express the existence of something. It is equivalent to the English phrase "there is" or "there are".
Examples of Using "فى" in Egyptian Arabic[edit | edit source]
Here are some examples of using "فى" in Egyptian Arabic:
- فى بعض الأشجار. (There are some trees.)
- فى طالب واحد. (There is one student.)
- فى أطفال كثيرون. (There are many children.)
Tips for Using "فى" in Egyptian Arabic[edit | edit source]
Here are some tips to help you use "فى" correctly in Egyptian Arabic:
- "فى" is followed by the noun that indicates the existence of something.
- The noun after "فى" can be singular or plural, and the form of "فى" will change accordingly. For example: فى طالب (fi taleb) for "there is a student" and فى طلاب (fi taleb) for "there are students".
- "فى" can be used in negative sentences by adding the word "ما" (ma) before it. For example: ما فى طالب (ma fi taleb) for "there is not a student".
Exemples[edit | edit source]
Present[edit | edit source]
THERE IS A CAR | فى سيارة وحدة |
THERE ARE CARS | فى سيارات |
THERE IS NO CAR | مفىش سيارة وحدة |
THERE ARE NO CARS | مفىش سيارات |
Past[edit | edit source]
THERE WAS A CAR | كان فى سيارة وحدة |
THERE WERE CARS | كان فى سيارات |
THERE WERE NO CARS | مكانش فى سيارة وحدة |
Past (interrogative)[edit | edit source]
WAS THERE A CAR ? | كان فى سيارة وحدة ؟ |
IS THERE A CAR ? | فى سيارة وحدة ؟ |
WILL THERE BE A CAR ? | هيكون سيارة وحدة ؟ |
Future[edit | edit source]
THERE WILL BE A CAR | هيكون سيارة وحدة |
THERE WILL BE CARS | هيكون سيارات |
THERE WILL NOT BE | مش هيكون سيارة وحدة |
THERE WILL NOT BE ANY CAR | مش هيكون سيارات |