Foundations of Arabic Grammar: A Parallel English-Arabic Textbook

Foundations of Arabic Grammar is a translation of the first volume of Rashīd al-Shartūnī’s immensely popular textbook on Arabic grammar, Mabādi’ al-Arabiyyah (edited by Hamīd al-Muhammadī). This work consists of forty-eight concise, accessible lessons covering the essentials of morphology (sarf) and syntax (nahw). The topics are systematically arranged and presented in a lucid style specifically tailored to the needs of beginners.

To facilitate the learning process, the text includes carefully constructed exercises at the end of each lesson, a bilingual glossary of grammatical terms, and a parallel English-Arabic layout. This volume serves as an ideal introduction for those seeking a rigorous yet manageable foundation in the Arabic language.

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