Arabic · Common Verbs

فعل

fa'ala

To do

Beginnerverb

Definition

To perform an action.

Example

ماذا فعلت في العطلة؟

What did you do on the holiday?

Etymology

The verb فعل (fa'ala) comes from the root ف-ع-ل (f-ʕ-l), which relates to doing or performing actions. This root is fundamental in Arabic grammar and verb formation.

How & Where It’s Used

Commonly used in everyday discussions, it appears in both formal and informal contexts, widely understood regardless of regional dialects.

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