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Al-Qamar
ISSN (Online): 2664-4398
ISSN (Print): 2664-438X
Al-Qamar,Volume9 Issue1(January-March2026)
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The Use and Functions of Jussive Conditional Particles in
Arabic Proverbs a Syntactic–Semantic Study
Dr. Kausar Arshad
Assistant Professor Arabic department NUML Islamabad
Dr. Abdullah Muhammad Bilal
Lecturer Department of Arabic NUML Islamabad
Abstract
this paper explores the syntactic frameworks and semantic dimensions
of conditional particles that induce the jussive mood within Arabic
proverbial literature. Celebrated for their conciseness, rhetorical
sophistication, and stylistic accuracy, Arabic proverbs embody a
profound linguistic and cultural legacy. Within this literary domain,
conditional formulations operate as a vital vehicle for transmitting
cultural insights, moral guidance, and historical wisdom in an
abbreviated format.
This research examines the most prevalent jussive conditional tools in
Classical Arabic, tracing their grammatical behavior alongside their
capacity to construct meaning. It specifically evaluates how these
elements structure conditional clauses and dictate semantic readings,
with particular emphasis on causal connections, hypothetical premises,
and universal truths. Employing a descriptive-analytical methodology,
the study analyzes a curated selection of authoritative and widely
recognized Arabic proverbs. Through this approach, it uncovers the
dynamic interplay between grammatical form and contextual meaning,
illustrating how conditional syntax amplifies the persuasive power and
communicative impact of these expressions.
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