The Definite Article ال "When the ل in ال is followed by one of the moon letters, it automatically takes a sukoon and it is pronounced. However, when the ل in ال is followed by one of the sun letters

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The Definite Article ال "When the ل in ال is followed by one of the moon letters, it automatically takes a sukoon and it is pronounced. However, when the ل in ال is followed by one of the sun letters, it becomes silent and it's not pronounced, also a shadda must be written on the sun letter." My problem is about memorizing these letters. I always connect incorrectly when reading ال with the sun and moon letters. Is there an easy way to know them or do I have to just memorize them?

Nov 30, 2012 5:12 PM

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Yes, you have to memorize them individually. The best way would be to listen to beginner audio lessons that demonstrate the difference in sound. *The only issue is that you won't have the option of having a teacher correct you. And as far as ITalki goes, you could always try to read simple sentences aloud and record them as you say them, and then someone can correct you so that you're aware of which letters give you the most trouble. Bol şans!

November 30, 2012

Moon letter أ ب ج ح خ ع غ ف ق ك م هـ و ي Sun letters ت ث د ذ ر ز س ش ص ض ط ظ ل ن

November 30, 2012

actually I think the moon and sun letters have been invented to ease the pronunciation, so it comes natural with the talking , therefore don't worry I don't think that you should memorize them I think it will come natural with time. and even if you do speak out the ل everyone will still understand you perfectly so don't worry :)

November 30, 2012

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