COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PREPOSITIONS IN ENGLISH AND ARABIC: USAGE, SIMILARITIES, AND DIFFERENCES
Keywords:
Prepositions, English, Arabic, Comparative Analysis, Grammar, Language Usage, Syntax, Linguistics.Abstract
This article provides a comparative analysis of prepositions in English and Arabic, focusing on their usage, similarities, and differences. Prepositions, though often overlooked in language studies, play a crucial role in conveying relationships between elements within sentences. This analysis highlights the intricacies of prepositions in both languages, revealing both convergences and divergences in their usage. Understanding these aspects is essential for language learners and translators to achieve proficiency and accuracy in both English and Arabic. The paper also explores how these differences can impact language learning and translation accuracy.
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