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Ma ittafaqa lafzuhu wakhtalafa manahu
This book (Mā Ittafaqa Lafẓuhu Wākhtalafa Maʿnāhu) Translation: “Words with Identical Pronunciation but Different Meanings” is a classical Arabic lexicographical and linguistic text that catalogs Arabic words which are identical in pronunciation but differ in meaning. By exploring homonyms (words with shared pronunciation but different meanings), the author helps clarify potential ambiguities in Arabic texts—especially the Qur’an, Hadith, and classical literature. Each entry typically lists the word, followed by its multiple meanings, usage examples, and etymological notes. This work is especially useful for students of balāgha (rhetoric), uṣūl al-fiqh (legal theory), and anyone seeking precision in Arabic interpretation. It demonstrates the depth and richness of the Arabic language and has long been used in madrasas and scholarly circles for linguistic mastery.
Published By:
Muhammed bin Ali Al Hussaini
Published Date:
June 15, 2026
Pages:
406
Subjects:
Arabs
Available Format:
(43.01)
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This book (Mā Ittafaqa Lafẓuhu Wākhtalafa Maʿnāhu) Translation: “Words with Identical Pronunciation but Different Meanings” is a classical Arabic lexicographical and linguistic text that catalogs Arabic words which are identical in pronunciation but differ in meaning. By exploring homonyms (words with shared pronunciation but different meanings), the author helps clarify potential ambiguities in Arabic texts—especially the Qur’an, Hadith, and classical literature. Each entry typically lists the word, followed by its multiple meanings, usage examples, and etymological notes. This work is especially useful for students of balāgha (rhetoric), uṣūl al-fiqh (legal theory), and anyone seeking precision in Arabic interpretation. It demonstrates the depth and richness of the Arabic language and has long been used in madrasas and scholarly circles for linguistic mastery.
