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الكمّيّة (al-kammiyyah) is a feminine noun meaning 'amount,' 'quantity,' or 'volume.' It refers to the measurable or countable portion of something, whether physical objects, abstract concepts, or materials. This word is fundamental in everyday communication, commerce, and scientific contexts.
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شرينا كمّية كبيرة من الأرز من السوق.
Sharīnā kammiyyah kabīrah min al-arz min al-sūq.
We bought a large quantity of rice from the market.
الكمّية المطلوبة من السكر لهذه الحلوى قليلة جداً.
Al-kammiyyah al-maṭlūbah min al-sukkar li-hādhih al-ḥalwā qalīlah jiddan.
The amount of sugar required for this dessert is very small.
ما هي الكمّية الإجمالية للإنتاج هذا الشهر؟
Mā hiya al-kammiyyah al-ijmāliyyah lil-intāj hādhā al-shahr?
What is the total quantity of production this month?
يجب أن نقلل من كمّية الملح في الطعام.
Yajib an naqallil min kammiyyah al-milḥ fī al-ṭa'ām.
We should reduce the amount of salt in the food.
الكمّيات الكبيرة من المنتجات تحصل على خصم.
Al-kammiyyāt al-kabīrah min al-muntajāt taḥṣal 'alā khasm.
Large quantities of products receive a discount.
In Arabic-speaking countries, discussions about quantities are essential in markets, restaurants, and grocery shopping. The word كمّيّة is commonly used in business negotiations, recipe preparations, and scientific studies. Understanding quantity-related vocabulary is crucial for practical daily interactions, especially when ordering food, purchasing goods, or discussing production and trade.
Remember that الكمّيّة is a feminine noun, so adjectives and verbs associated with it should agree in gender. When paired with numbers or measurements, use the singular form (كمّيّة) with the object being measured. Practice using it with common quantities like 'كمّيّة كبيرة' (large quantity), 'كمّيّة صغيرة' (small quantity), and 'كمّيّة محدودة' (limited quantity).
الكمّيّة (al-kammiyyah) is a fundamental Arabic noun meaning 'amount,' 'quantity,' or 'volume.' It derives from the root ك-م-ي and carries the meaning of a measurable or countable portion of something. The word is feminine in gender (al-ism al-mu'annath) and is essential for anyone learning Arabic to communicate about measurements, purchasing, cooking, and scientific discussions.
The term can refer to physical quantities (such as weight, volume, or number of items) as well as abstract quantities (such as time, effort, or information). In modern standard Arabic (Fusha), it is used widely in formal and informal contexts.
As a feminine noun, الكمّيّة requires feminine agreement when used with adjectives and verbs. The plural form is كمّيات (kammiyyāt). When used with numbers and measurements, the singular form typically follows the number, as in 'كمّيّة من الماء' (an amount of water) or 'كمّيات كبيرة' (large amounts).
The word is extensively used in:
When learning الكمّيّة, it's important to familiarize yourself with related terms like:
While الكمّيّة is the most common term, learners should be aware of alternative expressions:
Each synonym carries slight nuances in meaning; المقدار emphasizes the measurable extent, الحجم focuses on physical volume, while العدد emphasizes countable numbers.
Understanding الكمّيّة in context helps learners use it naturally:
In Arab markets and shops, discussions about quantities are fundamental to daily commerce. Understanding and using الكمّيّة correctly demonstrates respect for business etiquette and facilitates smooth communication when shopping, ordering food, or conducting business. The ability to discuss quantities accurately is one of the essential practical skills for anyone living in or traveling to Arabic-speaking regions.
In formal and academic Arabic, you may encounter compound expressions with الكمّيّة:
These expressions are particularly common in business documents, scientific papers, and formal discussions.
To master الكمّيّة, practice using it with various adjectives and in different contexts. Create flashcards pairing quantities with objects (e.g., كمّيّة من الأرز, كمّيّة من الماء). Listen to native speakers discuss quantities in market settings or cooking shows to develop natural pronunciation and usage patterns.