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الأذرع (al-adhru') is the plural form of 'ذراع' (dhira'), meaning 'arms' in Arabic. It refers to the limbs extending from the shoulders to the hands, used for grasping, holding, and performing various physical tasks. This word is commonly used in everyday conversation, medical contexts, and metaphorical expressions.
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الطفل يرفع ذراعيه نحو السماء.
Al-tifl yarfa' dharaa'ayh nahw as-sama'.
The child raises his arms toward the sky.
استخدمت ذراعاي لرفع الصندوق الثقيل.
Istakhdamt dharaa'ay li-rafa' as-sandooq ath-thaqeel.
I used my arms to lift the heavy box.
الرياضي لديه ذراعان قويتان جداً.
Ar-riyadi ladeeh dharaa'an qawiyataan jiddan.
The athlete has very strong arms.
امسكت بأيدي أطفالي بذراعاي.
Imsakat bi-aydi atfali bi-dharaa'ay.
I held my children's hands with my arms.
ألمت ذراعاه بعد العمل الشاق.
Alamat dharaa'ahu ba'd al-amal ash-shaqq.
His arms ached after the hard work.
In Arab culture, the arms hold significant importance in both literal and figurative contexts. Expressions involving arms are common in Arabic poetry and colloquial speech, often symbolizing strength, embrace, or protection. Physical gestures using the arms are an integral part of Arab communication and body language.
Remember that الأذرع is the plural form; the singular is ذراع (dhira'). When referring to two arms, use the dual form ذراعان (dharaa'an). Pay attention to gender agreement when using adjectives with this word, as it follows standard Arabic grammatical rules for plurals.
الأذرع (al-adhru') is the Arabic plural form of ذراع (dhira'), which translates to 'arms' in English. This word refers to the upper limbs of the human body, extending from the shoulders to the hands. Understanding this word is essential for English speakers learning Arabic, as it appears frequently in everyday conversation, medical terminology, literature, and cultural expressions.
The word ذراع (dhira') is a masculine noun in Arabic. When forming plurals, it follows specific grammatical rules. The plural form الأذرع (al-adhru') is used when referring to more than two arms. For exactly two arms, the dual form ذراعان (dharaa'an) is used. This grammatical distinction is important for proper Arabic communication.
When using adjectives with الأذرع, they must agree in number, gender, and case according to Arabic grammar rules. For example, "long arms" would be الأذرع الطويلة (al-adhru' at-tawilah), where the adjective takes the feminine plural form because الأذرع is grammatically feminine plural in Modern Standard Arabic.
In medical contexts, الأذرع refers to the anatomical arms used by healthcare professionals when discussing physical health and examinations. In sports and fitness, this word is commonly used to describe the muscular development and strength of athletes' arms. In everyday conversation, Arabs use this word when discussing physical activities, embraces, gestures, and bodily sensations.
The word also appears in metaphorical contexts. For example, the "arms of justice" or "reaching arms of the law" uses الأذرع symbolically to represent the extent or reach of authority and protection.
In Arab culture, the arms hold symbolic importance beyond their physical function. Open arms represent welcome and hospitality, a fundamental value in Arab society. The phrase "in my mother's arms" (في أحضان الأم - fi ahdhan al-umm) evokes feelings of safety, comfort, and maternal protection. In traditional Arab poetry and literature, arms are frequently mentioned as symbols of strength, protection, and embrace.
Gestures involving the arms are crucial in Arab communication. The way Arabs use their arms while speaking conveys emotion, emphasis, and cultural meaning. Understanding these gestures helps learners appreciate the cultural context of the language.
Learning الأذرع alongside related vocabulary is beneficial. Related terms include:
These words together form the comprehensive vocabulary for discussing the upper limbs in Arabic.
When learning الأذرع, practice using it in context rather than in isolation. Create sentences describing different arm movements and positions. Pay attention to how native speakers use this word in films, songs, and written media. Practice the singular, dual, and plural forms together to internalize the grammatical patterns.
Listening to native speakers and noticing how they describe arm-related actions and emotions will help embed this word naturally into your vocabulary. Regular usage in conversation will strengthen your understanding and ability to use it correctly in various contexts.