Arabic · Common Verbs
قرأ
qara'a
To read
Beginnerverb
Definition
To look at words and understand them.
Example
يقرأ كتابا عن التاريخ.
He is reading a book about history.
Etymology
قرأ (qara'a) is derived from the root ق-ر-أ (q-r-ʔ), which signifies the act of reading. This root connects to the importance of literacy in Arabic culture.
How & Where It’s Used
Widely used in both formal and informal contexts, it is common in both spoken conversations and written materials.
Literary Heritage
Referenced in the Quran, emphasizing the act of reading as a fundamental aspect of Islamic culture.