Arabic · Common Verbs
أعطى
a'ta
To give
Beginnerverb
Definition
To hand something to someone.
Example
أعطني الكتاب من فضلك.
Give me the book, please.
Etymology
The Arabic verb 'أعطى' (a'ta) derives from the root 'عطى' (ʿṭā), which means 'to give'. Its usage traces back to classical Arabic and has been retained across various dialects over time.
How & Where It’s Used
'أعطى' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, frequently appearing in spoken Arabic as well as in written texts. It is used across Arabic-speaking regions without significant variations.