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Screwdriver
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المفك (al-mufakk) is the Arabic word for "screwdriver," a common hand tool used to insert or remove screws. It refers to the tool itself and is widely used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing repairs, construction, or mechanical work. The term is masculine and can be used with or without the definite article.
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أحتاج إلى مفك لإصلاح هذا الجهاز الكهربائي.
Ahtaj ila mufakk li-islaah hadha al-jihaz al-kahrabai.
I need a screwdriver to fix this electrical device.
المفك الصغير مفيد جداً لإصلاح الحواسيب.
Al-mufakk al-saghir mufid jiddan li-islaah al-hawasib.
The small screwdriver is very useful for fixing computers.
ضع المفك على الطاولة بحذر.
Daa' al-mufakk ala al-taawilah bi-hadhar.
Put the screwdriver on the table carefully.
لدي مجموعة من المفكات بأحجام مختلفة.
Ladayya majmuah min al-mufakkat bi-ahajim mukhtalifahh.
I have a set of screwdrivers in different sizes.
هذا المفك الكهربائي يوفر الكثير من الوقت.
Hadha al-mufakk al-kahrabai yuwaffir al-kathir min al-waqt.
This electric screwdriver saves a lot of time.
In Arabic-speaking countries, the term مفك (mufakk) is universally understood and used in both everyday conversation and technical contexts. The word derives from the verb فكّ (fakka), which means "to undo" or "to loosen," making it a logical and descriptive term. Electric screwdrivers have become increasingly common in the Middle East due to industrial development, though hand screwdrivers remain the standard tool in most households.
Remember that مفك is masculine (al-mufakk), so any adjectives or articles that modify it should agree with this gender. When referring to multiple screwdrivers, use the plural form مفكات (mufakkat). You can specify the type of screwdriver by adding descriptors like "مفك برأس مسطح" (flat-head screwdriver) or "مفك برأس صليب" (Phillips head screwdriver).
المفك (al-mufakk) is the standard Arabic term for a screwdriver, one of the most common hand tools used in daily life. This masculine noun refers to the tool itself, whether it's a simple hand screwdriver or an advanced electric model. The word is used consistently across all Arabic-speaking countries, making it an essential vocabulary term for anyone learning Arabic or traveling in the Middle East.
The word مفك originates from the Arabic verb فكّ (fakka), which means "to undo," "to loosen," or "to separate." This etymological connection makes the word highly intuitive and logical, as the primary function of a screwdriver is to loosen or tighten screws by undoing their fastened state. Understanding this root helps learners remember the word more easily and understand its semantic relationship to other Arabic tools and terms.
When speaking about different types of screwdrivers in Arabic, you'll use the base word مفك with additional descriptive phrases:
As a masculine noun in Arabic, المفك follows standard masculine grammatical patterns. The definite article "ال" (al-) converts it to "المفك" (al-mufakk, "the screwdriver"). When pluralized, the word becomes مفكات (mufakkat) in the sound feminine plural form, commonly used when referring to sets of screwdrivers.
Example: "لدي مجموعة من المفكات" (Ladayya majmuah min al-mufakkat) = "I have a set of screwdrivers."
In everyday Arabic conversation, you'll encounter المفك in contexts related to maintenance, repairs, and construction. It's commonly used by technicians, electricians, plumbers, and hobbyists. The term is equally appropriate in formal technical documentation and casual household repair conversations.
In Arabic-speaking cultures, hand tools like the screwdriver hold significant importance in both professional and domestic contexts. Traditional craftsmanship remains valued, though modern electric tools have gained popularity in urban areas. The ability to discuss tools and repairs in Arabic is particularly useful for travelers and expatriates working in maintenance or technical fields.
When working with screwdrivers, you'll likely encounter these related Arabic terms:
When learning to use this word correctly, remember that gender agreement is crucial in Arabic. Any adjectives describing the screwdriver must be masculine. Additionally, distinguish between مفك (mufakk) - the tool itself, and البراغي (baraaghi) - the screws that the tool operates on. These are distinct vocabulary items that learners often confuse.
Practice using المفك in context by describing your own tools or asking for specific types. Listening to native speakers discussing repairs or construction projects can help you become more comfortable with this vocabulary in authentic situations.
With the rise of electronic devices and IKEA furniture in the Middle East, the word مفك has become increasingly common in daily conversation. You'll hear it in contexts ranging from assembling furniture to fixing computer equipment, making it an invaluable word for practical Arabic communication.