Arabic grammar

Arabic grammar is rich and flexible, with variable word order and a system of roots to form words. It differs from French in that it lacks a fixed subject-verb-complement structure and its declension system. Mastering these basics is key to learning Arabic.

Reading and writing Arabic

Arabic is read from right to left, which is the opposite of the orientation of Western languages. One of the most distinctive aspects of Arabic reading is the shape of the letters, which varies according to their position in a word: isolated, initial, medial or final. depending on their position in a word: isolated, initial, medial or final. Certain sounds and nuances are not found in Latin languages, requiring special familiarization with Arabic phonetics.

Diacritical marks play a crucial role in providing pronunciation guidance, especially for short vowels, which are often omitted in standard writing. Learning to read and writing Arabic opens the door to a rich literature, from religious texts to contemporary poetry, enriching cultural and linguistic understanding.