Mastering Arabic Vocabulary: For Beginner to Intermediate Learners of Modern Standard Arabic provides a structured vocabulary course for novice students of Arabic.Arranged thematically, and by root, the course is a flexible resource that can be used alongside other learning materials. The unique root organisation supports students’ understanding of the structure of Arabic words and of the connection between form and meaning in Arabic vocabulary. The wealth of exercises throughout are designed to reinforce learning and help students gain a solid foundation in the key vocabulary needed to reach an intermediate level.Mastering Arabic Vocabulary is the ideal reference for building a strong foundation in Arabic vocabulary, for students from beginner level up to B1-B2 CEFR and ACTFL Intermediate-Low to Intermediate-High.
Nadia R. Sirhan has a PhD in Arabic Linguistics from SOAS, University of London.
Chapter 1: FAMILY AND FEELINGSFamily RelationsEmotions and FeelingsExercisesChapter 2: HEALTHThe BodyThe SensesSex and ReproductionThe MindAilments, Illnesses and DisabilitiesTreatments, Cures and DeathExercisesChapter 3: EDUCATIONSchoolEducationPerformance Levels UniversitySubjectsExtra-curricular and Recreational ActivitiesExercisesChapter 4: POLITICSGovernment and PoliticsPolitical Parties and IdeologiesSecurity MeasuresWar and PeaceCivil DisobedienceElections and VotingDisplacement and AidExercisesChapter 5: WORK, BUSINESS AND ECONOMICSWork and EmploymentBusiness, Trade and CommerceEconomics and FinanceExercisesChapter 6: MEDIAJournalism and News Publishing CommentaryCensorshipExercisesChapter 7: LAW AND ORDERThe Legal ProcessTreaties and ContractsCrimesUnder ArrestEvidence and ProofVerdicts and ConvictionsPrisonAppeals and SettlementsExercisesChapter 8: CULTURE, RELIGION AND SOCIETYReligion Culture and SocietyExercisesChapter 9: EARTH, NATURE AND THE ENVIRONMENTAnimalsWeather and ClimateNatural DisastersNatural Resources and EnergyThe World and BeyondExercisesChapter 10: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYInformation TechnologyExercisesANSWER KEY