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العربية
الَّذينَ — meaning in English: Whose
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(masc pl) who
حِصّة، حِصَص
بارِحة
شَنَّ، يَشُنُّ، الشَّنّ
بَطْن
الَّذينَ
alladhīna
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formal
common
Usage
Native speakers use 'الَّذينَ' (alladhīna) frequently in both spoken and written Arabic to refer to people or things with specific qualities. For example, during a discussion about a book, one might say, 'الَّذينَ قرأوا هذا الكتاب استمتعوا به,' meaning 'Those who read this book enjoyed it.' It often appears in formal contexts, such as academic writing, news articles, and literary works.
Synonyms & nuances
'الَّذينَ' is often compared to 'الَّذي' (alladhī), which refers to a singular subject. The key difference lies in their usage: 'الَّذينَ' is used for plural subjects, making it essential for inclusive statements about groups. Choosing one over the other depends on whether you're referring to multiple people or just one.
Culture
'الَّذينَ' (alladhīna) has its roots in the Arabic verb 'to be' and is part of a larger family of relative pronouns. This word plays a crucial role in classical and modern Arabic literature, allowing for nuanced relationships between subjects and predicates. Interestingly, the use of relative pronouns like 'الَّذينَ' reflects the intricate syntax of Arabic, showcasing how the language elegantly connects ideas.
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