The "ones" part is opposite in gender, while "ten" ('ashara) matches the ma’dud.
Both parts of the compound number in Tarkib Adadi are . This means that regardless of whether the number is the subject, object, or preceded by a preposition, both digits will strictly retain a Fathah (the "a" vowel sound) on their final letters.
For these numbers, the 'Adad follows the Ma'dud and acts like a standard adjective ( Sifah ). They must match the noun in gender and number.
Test your understanding with these exercises. The key to mastering tarkib adadi is consistent practice. tarkib adadi
(التَّرْكِيبُ الْعَدَدِيُّ) is a fundamental syntactic structure in Arabic grammar (Nahwu) used to form compound numbers. It belongs to the broader category of Murakkab (compounds), which refers to any phrase constructed from two or more words to convey a specific meaning.
Unlike standard numerical phrases, Tarkib Adadi often has specific rules regarding gender agreement and case marking (i'rab), frequently remaining mabni (fixed) on the fatha vowel for both parts. Related Uses of the Term
The noun that follows the number, representing what is being quantified. Classification of Numerical Phrases The "ones" part is opposite in gender, while
: This specific syntactic fusion only applies to the numbers 11 to 19 .
: The first part (the 1-9 number) follows the gender rules for its category, while the second part (the tens word) is invariable for gender.
In trade, accounting, and legal documentation, the perfect formulation of numerical compounds is vital to prevent fraud or misunderstandings regarding quantities. 5. Conclusion Tarkib-e-Adadi For these numbers, the 'Adad follows the Ma'dud
The Tarkib Adadi system had a profound impact on various aspects of life, including:
This category includes numbers between 1 and 99 that combine a unit digit (1–9) with a tens number (20–90) using the conjunction 'wa' (و). The rules of each part apply individually: the unit part follows the gender rules of simple numbers, while the tens part is invariable. * Example: خَمْسَةٌ وَثَلاثُونَ رَجُلاً ( khamsatun wa thalāthūna rajulan ) - 'thirty-five men'.
