B2 Expression Neutral 2 min de lectura

من خلال البحث

Through research

Literalmente: From through the research

Use this phrase to sound credible and show you've done your homework before speaking.

En 15 segundos

  • Used to cite evidence for your claims or findings.
  • Works in both professional reports and casual debates.
  • Implies you took intentional effort to find information.

Significado

This phrase is used to explain that you've discovered information or reached a conclusion by actively looking for it. It's like saying 'after doing some digging' or 'based on my investigation' to give your statement more weight.

Ejemplos clave

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In a business meeting

من خلال البحث، وجدنا أن السوق يتغير.

Through research, we found that the market is changing.

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2

Texting a friend about a restaurant

من خلال البحث، هذا المطعم هو الأفضل في المدينة.

Through research, this restaurant is the best in the city.

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3

Settling a humorous debate

من خلال البحث، اكتشفت أنك دائماً على خطأ!

Through research, I discovered that you are always wrong!

😄
🌍

Contexto cultural

The concept of 'Al-Bahth' (research) is deeply rooted in the Islamic Golden Age of science and philosophy. Today, it reflects a modern, tech-savvy Arab world where 'Googling it' has become a standard way to settle debates. It's a phrase that bridges the gap between traditional scholarly values and the digital information age.

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Sound like a Pro

Pair this phrase with 'تبيّن أن' (it became clear that) to sound like a native expert.

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Don't Overdo It

If you use this for every tiny detail, you might sound a bit pretentious. Save it for things that actually required effort!

En 15 segundos

  • Used to cite evidence for your claims or findings.
  • Works in both professional reports and casual debates.
  • Implies you took intentional effort to find information.

What It Means

Think of من خلال البحث as your 'evidence badge.' It tells people that your opinion isn't just a random guess. You actually took the time to look things up. Whether you spent hours in a library or five minutes on Google, this phrase bridges the gap between your effort and your findings. It sounds intelligent and grounded.

How To Use It

You can drop this phrase at the very beginning of a sentence to set the stage. For example, من خلال البحث، اكتشفت الحقيقة (Through research, I discovered the truth). You can also tuck it into the middle of a thought. It functions as a prepositional phrase that justifies your next point. It’s versatile enough for both spoken and written Arabic.

When To Use It

Use it in a professional meeting when presenting data. Use it when you're arguing with a friend about which phone is better. It's perfect for academic essays or even when you're planning a vacation. If you've compared prices or read reviews, you've done 'research.' It adds a layer of credibility to your words that 'I think' just can't provide.

When NOT To Use It

Don't use this for things that are common sense or purely emotional. If you say, من خلال البحث، أنا جائع (Through research, I am hungry), people will think you're being sarcastic or very strange. Also, avoid it if you just happened to see something by accident. Research implies intention. If you just saw a billboard, that's not 'research.'

Cultural Background

In Arab culture, knowledge (علم) and seeking it are highly respected. Using terms like بحث (research) connects you to a long tradition of scholarship. Even in modern, casual settings, showing that you value 'finding out' over 'just talking' earns you respect. It shifts the conversation from hearsay to facts, which is a valued trait in serious discussions.

Common Variations

You might hear عن طريق البحث which means 'by way of research.' Another one is بناءً على البحث, meaning 'based on the research.' If you want to sound even more formal, you could use وفقاً للدراسات (according to studies). But من خلال البحث remains the most natural 'all-rounder' for daily life.

Notas de uso

This phrase sits perfectly in the 'Neutral' register. It's safe for the office, university, and social gatherings. The only 'gotcha' is ensuring you actually have some information to back it up, as it invites follow-up questions!

💡

Sound like a Pro

Pair this phrase with 'تبيّن أن' (it became clear that) to sound like a native expert.

⚠️

Don't Overdo It

If you use this for every tiny detail, you might sound a bit pretentious. Save it for things that actually required effort!

💬

The 'Google' Factor

In modern Arabic, people often say 'Bahathat fi Google' (I searched on Google), but 'من خلال البحث' is the elegant way to summarize that effort.

Ejemplos

6
#1 In a business meeting
💼

من خلال البحث، وجدنا أن السوق يتغير.

Through research, we found that the market is changing.

Adds professional weight to a business observation.

#2 Texting a friend about a restaurant
🤝

من خلال البحث، هذا المطعم هو الأفضل في المدينة.

Through research, this restaurant is the best in the city.

Shows you checked reviews before suggesting a place.

#3 Settling a humorous debate
😄

من خلال البحث، اكتشفت أنك دائماً على خطأ!

Through research, I discovered that you are always wrong!

A playful way to use a formal phrase for a joke.

#4 Discussing family history
💭

من خلال البحث في تاريخ العائلة، عرفت أصلنا.

Through research into family history, I learned our origins.

Used for a serious and personal discovery.

#5 Planning a trip
😊

من خلال البحث، تبيّن أن السفر في الشتاء أرخص.

Through research, it became clear that traveling in winter is cheaper.

Practical use for sharing gathered information.

#6 Explaining a scientific fact
👔

من خلال البحث العلمي، نفهم الكون بشكل أفضل.

Through scientific research, we understand the universe better.

The most literal and formal application of the phrase.

Ponte a prueba

Complete the sentence to show you found a solution.

___، وجدت حلاً للمشكلة.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: من خلال البحث

'من خلال البحث' means through research, while the others mean 'under the table' and 'from the roof'.

Which phrase fits best in a professional report?

لقد توصلنا لهذه النتائج ___.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: من خلال البحث

'من خلال البحث' provides the necessary professional justification for results.

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Formality Spectrum of 'Through Research'

Informal

Using it to joke with friends about 'researching' a snack.

Through research, I found the cookies.

Neutral

The sweet spot. Used for travel, reviews, and general info.

Through research, this hotel looks good.

Formal

Academic papers and high-level business reports.

Through research, the hypothesis was proven.

Where to use 'من خلال البحث'

من خلال البحث
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At Work

Presenting a new strategy.

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With Friends

Proving a point about a movie.

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Online

Writing a blog post or review.

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University

Discussing a thesis or project.

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

Not at all! It's neutral. While it sounds smart, it's very common in casual debates about tech, travel, or food.

Yes, it applies to any intentional search for information, whether it took five minutes or five months.

بحث is a general search or research, while دراسة specifically means a formal 'study' or 'academic paper'.

In this context, yes. It can also mean 'during' when talking about time, like خلال اليوم (during the day).

Yes, بواسطة (by means of) works, but من خلال is much more common and sounds more natural in speech.

In many dialects, people just say دورت (I looked/searched), like دورت ولقيت (I searched and found).

You would say: عرفت من خلال البحث or اكتشفت من خلال البحث.

It's less common. It usually acts as a lead-in. For example: وصلت لهذه النتيجة من خلال البحث.

Constantly. News anchors use it to cite investigative reports or data findings.

Forgetting the 'Al' (the) in البحث. Without it, من خلال بحث sounds incomplete, like 'through a research'.

Frases relacionadas

بناءً على ذلك

Based on that

حسب المعلومات

According to the information

في الحقيقة

In fact / In reality

على حد علمي

As far as I know

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