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المزارع (al-muzāri') is the Arabic word for 'farmer,' referring to a person who cultivates land and grows crops for agricultural purposes. This noun is commonly used in both modern standard Arabic and dialects to describe agricultural workers and landowners. The word carries cultural significance in Arab societies where agriculture has historically been a fundamental economic activity.
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المزارع يعمل بجد في حقله كل يوم.
Al-muzāri' ya'mal bi-jid fī ḥaqlihi kull yawm.
The farmer works hard in his field every day.
المزارعون يزرعون القمح في فصل الربيع.
Al-muzāri'ūn yazra'ūn al-qamḥ fī faṣl al-rabī'.
The farmers plant wheat in the spring season.
هذا المزارع ينتج أفضل الخضروات في المنطقة.
Hādhā al-muzāri' yuntij afḍal al-khuḍrawāt fī al-minṭaqah.
This farmer produces the best vegetables in the region.
المزارع الشاب يستخدم تقنيات حديثة في الزراعة.
Al-muzāri' al-shabāb yastakhdim taqniyyāt ḥadīthah fī al-zirā'ah.
The young farmer uses modern techniques in agriculture.
زوجة المزارع تساعده في جمع المحصول.
Zawjat al-muzāri' tusā'iduhu fī jam' al-maḥṣūl.
The farmer's wife helps him harvest the crops.
In Arab culture, farming has been a cornerstone of society for millennia, particularly in fertile regions like the Nile Valley and the Levant. The farmer holds a respected position in traditional Arab communities, and agricultural work is deeply connected to Arab identity and heritage. Modern Arab farmers continue this legacy while increasingly adopting contemporary agricultural technologies and sustainable farming practices.
Remember that المزارع is singular masculine; the plural form is المزارعون (farmers) for males or mixed groups. The word is typically used with the definite article 'ال' (al-) when referring to farmers in general. When describing someone's profession, you can say 'هو مزارع' (he is a farmer) without the article in this case.
المزارع (al-muzāri') is the Arabic word for 'farmer,' referring to a person engaged in agricultural activities such as cultivating crops, managing livestock, and maintaining agricultural land. The word comes from the root ز-ر-ع (z-r-') which relates to sowing and planting. In both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and various Arabic dialects, this term is widely used and understood.
المزارع is a masculine singular noun. The pronunciation is 'al-moo-ZAH-ri'' with emphasis on the second syllable. When referring to multiple farmers, the plural form is المزارعون (al-muzāri'ūn) for males or mixed groups, and المزارعات (al-muzāri'āt) for exclusively female farmers. The word typically appears with the definite article 'ال' (al-) when used generally, though it can be used without the article when describing someone's profession.
In daily Arabic conversations, you might hear المزارع used in various contexts:
Understanding المزارع requires familiarity with related agricultural vocabulary:
In Arab societies, farming represents a fundamental connection to the land and heritage. The farmer embodies values of hard work, resilience, and connection to nature that are deeply rooted in Arab culture. Historically, agriculture was the primary economic activity across the Arab world, particularly in regions with fertile lands. Today, while urbanization has changed the demographic landscape, farming remains culturally significant and respected.
The life of a farmer, known as 'حياة المزارع,' is often romanticized in Arabic literature and poetry as a noble profession. Traditional farming methods in rural Arab communities continue to coexist with modern agricultural technologies, creating a blend of heritage and innovation.
While المزارع is the most formal and contemporary term, you may also encounter:
In contemporary Arabic media, news broadcasts, and educational materials, المزارع is the standard term used when discussing agricultural workers, farming communities, and agricultural policies. Modern Standard Arabic (Fusha) prefers this term in formal writing and broadcasting, while dialects may use variations or alternative terms.
When learning to use المزارع correctly, remember that it's a masculine singular noun that agrees with masculine singular verbs and adjectives. Common collocations include:
Practicing these phrases and understanding the cultural context will help you use the word naturally in conversation and writing.