Arabic Expression · Intermediate
ما ل
what's the matter with...?
Pronunciation: say ما ل
Meaning
what's the matter with...?
Example
فَمَالِ هَٰؤُلَاءِ الْقَوْمِ لَا يَكَادُونَ يَفْقَهُونَ حَدِيثًا
I use the word "ما ل".
Practice tips
- Practice ما ل out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Arabic expression is for intermediate-level learners.