Recognise and write letters ط ظ ع غ ف ق ك ل
F1Lesson 3 of 12◇ Core language
Letters 15–22 and Long Vowels
الحروف من 15 إلى 22 والحركات الطويلة
Arabic Script & Sounds · Script and sound foundations
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Learning Objectives
Focus on these outcomes rather than trying to memorise everything at once.
Understand the three long vowels: ا و ي (alif, waw, ya) and their sounds
Read simple CVV (consonant-long vowel) combinations aloud
Revision plan
- 8 minWarm-upAlphabet run — letters 1–14
- 12 minStep 1Heavy and distinctive letters: ط ظ ع غ
- 10 minStep 2ف ق ك ل — completing the set
- 15 minStep 3Long vowels ا و ي
- 10 minPlenaryVowel identification in real words
Exam connection: This unit builds the script foundation for all subsequent units and all four exam papers. Paper 1 Listening and Paper 2 Reading both require you to process Modern Standard Arabic in script form.
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Vocabulary
Tap each card to reveal the meaning, category and example.
Three-step recall
- Say the Arabic aloud.
- Cover the meaning and recall it.
- Use six items in your own spoken or written sentences.
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Quizzes
Use the two short checks. Errors show you what to revise next.
Quiz 1 — Meaning check
0 / 61. What does ا mean?
2. What does ل mean?
3. What does نور mean?
4. What does ع mean?
5. What does و mean?
6. What does كِتاب mean?
Quiz 2 — Match Arabic and English
العربية
English
Matched: 0 / 6
Stretch challenge
Choose three matched items and combine them into one accurate sentence or short exchange.
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Grammar
Read the rule, notice the pattern and then produce your own examples.
Core rule / strategy
Long vowels ا (aa) و (uu/oo) ي (ii/ee) — these are full letters in Arabic, not diacritics. Contrast with short vowels (to be introduced next lesson).
Notice the pattern
- ط
- ظ
- ع
- غ
Accuracy checklist
- Check the subject and verb or noun/adjective agreement.
- Check gender, number and tense or time frame.
- Use the lesson structure in a complete, meaningful sentence.
- Read the sentence aloud and correct anything that sounds incomplete.
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Check a model pattern after you try
Compare your sentences with these lesson patterns. Check the same agreement, tense or word order.
Now correct one of your own sentences if needed.
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Skills Practice
Practise listening, reading, speaking and writing with the same lesson language.
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Listening
Listen for sequence. Listen twice: first for the overall meaning, then for evidence.
🎧 Recorded audio coming soon — use the device voice for listening practice now. Keep the transcript hidden for your first two listens.
اِقرَأْ بِصَوتٍ واضِح: ط، ظ، ع، غ، ف، ق، ك، ل، مَدّ، الحَرَكات الطَّويلَة. لاحِظِ الشَّكلَ والصَّوتَ واتِّجاهَ الكِتابة.
- What is the main topic or situation?
- What comes first, next and last?
- Write one time or sequence clue you hear.
Check your listening
A successful answer identifies the main topic, at least three accurate words and one relevant detail. Replay once, then reveal the transcript only if you still need support.
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Reading
Underline known words before answering.
كتاب، باب، نور، بيت، يد. بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ.
- What is the main idea or situation?
- Choose one phrase and explain what it means in this context.
- Find one example that shows the lesson language or grammar in use.
- What extra detail could you add to make the text more complete?
Reading support
Start with names, numbers, repeated words, connectors and familiar verb patterns. You do not need to translate every word.
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Speaking
Build your answer, then ask a follow-up question.
- Read five lesson items aloud, then demonstrate the sound or script pattern in two examples.
- Use at least three useful items from this lesson and one complete sentence with the target grammar.
- Add one reason, detail or example instead of giving only a short answer.
Useful frame:في رَأيي.. لِأَنَّ.. أَيضاً.. وَمِن جِهَةٍ أُخرى..
Working alone? Record yourself for 30–60 seconds, listen back once, and improve one pronunciation, grammar or fluency point.
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Writing
Plan, write, check and improve.
Task: Create a short practice line using the lesson letters or sound pattern. Keep it accurate rather than long. Target: 40–60 words.
Need help? Build your answer in small steps
- Opening: one clear sentence that answers the task.
- Detail: add two relevant pieces of information.
- Extend: add a reason, opinion, time phrase or example.
- Check: compare agreement, spelling and tense with the lesson rule.
Patterns from this lesson you can adapt:
- كتاب، باب، نور، بيت، يد
- بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
Try first without opening this support. Adapt the patterns; do not copy them as a complete answer.
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Activities
Complete the activities in order, or choose the one that addresses your weakest area.
Independent revision: if an activity mentions a partner, cards, a picture or classroom equipment, use paper/notes on your device and complete both sides yourself. For speaking, record your answer and listen back once.
Warm-up8 min
Alphabet run — letters 1–14
Open your book and write letters 1–14 from memory in 3 minutes (race against themselves, not each other). Then check against the alphabet chart and mark their own. Quick Look at of hands: who got 14/14? 10+? Under 10 — which ones need more practice? Note you needing support.
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Heavy and distinctive letters: ط ظ ع غ
Introduce ط ظ (heavy emphatic sounds — the tongue presses down). Contrast: ت vs ط, ذ vs ظ. Then ع غ — the ع is a unique Arabic sound (voiced pharyngeal). Model clearly, you imitate. Write each 4 times. Point out: ط ظ join on both sides; ع غ also join on both sides. Drill sounds chorally.
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ف ق ك ل — completing the set
Introduce ف (one dot above the loop), ق (two dots above deeper cup), ك (with the small kaf marker), ل (the tall connecting lam). Write, name, sound drill. You copy 4 times each. At this point you know 22 of 28 letters — celebrate this milestone explicitly.
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Long vowels ا و ي
Explain: Arabic has three long vowels that are full letters. Write: ا و ي with their sounds (aa, uu, ii). Demonstrate on paper: بَا (baa) — consonant + alif = long aa sound. Then بُو (buu), بِي (bii). You repeat after a partner. Give reading strips: you practise reading 6 simple CVV syllables with a partner. Then Write 3 of their own CVV combinations and your partner reads them aloud.
Plenary10 min
Vowel identification in real words
Look at 5 simple Arabic words on paper (e.g. كتاب، باب، نور، بيت، يد). Identify which long vowel appears in each word and hold up fingers: 1 = alif, 2 = waw, 3 = ya. Discuss answers. Then do a final full alphabet count-through together: all 22 letters so far in order, you clap on each one.
Useful to have
Things you can make or find to help you revise this lesson:
- Flashcards (ط–ل)
- Long vowel audio clips (recorded or authentic)
- Vowel sound chart
- Reading strips with simple CVV syllables
Stretch challenge
If you already speak some Arabic at home: identify long vowels in a short Quranic phrase they know (e.g. بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ). Count and write out each long vowel they find. Can they also spot the sun letter rule in الرَّحْمٰنِ?
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Plenary
Finish with a quick check and one clear next step.
Key takeaways
- Recognise and write letters ط ظ ع غ ف ق ك ل
- Understand the three long vowels: ا و ي (alif, waw, ya) and their sounds
- Read simple CVV (consonant-long vowel) combinations aloud
- Grammar focus: Long vowels ا (aa) و (uu/oo) ي (ii/ee) — these are full letters in Arabic, not diacritics. Contrast with short vowels (to be introduced next lesson).
Final check
Reading strips partner activity (work through the task). Plenary vowel identification (fingers).
Optional follow-up
Write letters 15–22 from memory. Then write the three long vowels and one word that contains each (you may use a dictionary or ask a family member).
Confidence check
How secure do you feel after this lesson?
Remember: quick revision works best when you revisit weak vocabulary and correct errors, not when you try to complete everything in one sitting.