6.3: Letter Raa
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- Read and write ر in its different shapes.
- Pronounce the letter ر with short and long vowels.
Introduction
The letter "ر" (raa) is a significant and easily recognizable character in the Arabic alphabet, known for its simplicity and elegance. As the tenth letter in the Arabic script, "raa" is pronounced similarly to the rolled "r" in Spanish or Italian, adding a vibrant and dynamic sound to the language. Its shape is straightforward, consisting of a single smooth curve without any dots, making it distinct and easy to identify.
"Raa" is an essential letter in Arabic phonology, frequently appearing in both spoken and written forms. Its presence is felt in a multitude of common words and names, such as "رجل" (rajul, meaning "man") and "ربيع" (rabee', meaning "spring"). Learning to correctly pronounce and write "raa" is crucial for Arabic learners, as it helps in achieving fluency and accuracy in the language. The letter "raa" also showcases the beauty of Arabic calligraphy, with its graceful curve often forming the basis for more complex artistic designs. Mastering "raa" is a step towards a deeper appreciation and understanding of the Arabic language and its rich cultural heritage.
The Letter Raa ر
The letter “ر” is emitted from the tip of the tongue and what lies opposite to it of the gums of the two front top incisors (the plate). The tip with the top of the tongue needs to strike the gum to produce this sound correctly. The letters NOON and RAA “ر” come from the same articulation point, but the only difference is that the RAA “ر” uses the tip of the line and does not touch it. There is a small gap between the tongue and the gum and vibrate (trilling ) for Raa “ر” pronunciation. The main character of the RAA “ر” is that swing between “Tafkheem” and “Tarqeek”. “Tafkheem” is the opposite of “Tarqeek”. Raa “ر” depends on the short vowel that precedes it; if the short vowel is fathah or dhamah, then the letter Raa’s pronunciation will be stronger (Tafkheem). If the short vowel is kasrah, then the letter Raa’s “ر” pronunciation will be weaker (Tarqeek).
Pronunciation of letter Raa "ر" with short vowels الحركات and absence of short vowels السكون.
| The Marks (Harakat الحركات) | The Letter with the mark | Audio |
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Fataha الفتحة |
رَ |
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Dhama الضمة |
رُ |
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Kasra الكسرة |
رِ |
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Absence of short vowel Sukoon السكون |
رْ |
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Pronunciation of the letter Raa "ر" with long vowels.
| The Long Vowel المدود | The Letter with a long vowel | Audio |
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The long vowel "ا"=aa |
را |
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The long vowel "و"= oo/uu |
رو |
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| The long vowel "ي"=ee/ii | ري |
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How to Write The Letter ر
This letter "ر" is a non-connector. It has only one connector like the letters "و", "ذ", "د", and "ا". The Raa "ر" is written almost entirely below the line. To write the initial "ر" begin on the line and curve downward below it. The letter "ر" looks like the shape of a crescent moon or a banana. To write a "ر" that is connected from a preceding letter, start from the connecting segment on the line, and then curve down.
| Final Form | Medial Form | Initial Form | Independent Form |
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| ر/ ـر | ـر | ر | ر |
Watch the video to learn how to write the letter "Raa" ر
Watch the video to learn more about the letter Raa الحرف راء. The letter changes shape depending on their position in a word.
Activities
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