COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF GRAMMATICAL CASES IN ENGLISH AND ARABIC: USAGE, SIMILARITIES, AND DIFFERENCES
Keywords:
Grammatical Cases, English, Arabic, Syntax, Morphology, Language Learning, LinguisticsAbstract
This article explores the use of grammatical cases in English and Arabic, examining their applications, similarities, and differences. While English relies primarily on word order and prepositions to convey grammatical relationships, Arabic employs a more complex system of inflectional cases. Understanding these distinctions aids in better comprehension and fluency for learners of both languages alike.
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