Arabic verbs follow predictable patterns called "awzan" (أوزان). Each form modifies the basic meaning in a specific way. Learning these patterns helps you understand unfamiliar words.
Quick Reference
1
فَعَلَ
2
فَعَّلَ
3
فَاعَلَ
4
أَفْعَلَ
5
تَفَعَّلَ
6
تَفَاعَلَ
7
اِنْفَعَلَ
8
اِفْتَعَلَ
9
اِفْعَلَّ
10
اِسْتَفْعَلَ
All 10 Forms
Learning Tips
• Forms 1-4 are the most common in Quranic Arabic
• Form 10 (Istaf'ala) is very common for seeking/requesting
• The root letters (usually 3) carry the core meaning
