أداة
A physical object or an abstract means used to perform a task or achieve a goal. Used metaphorically in IELTS for 'analytical tools'.
Examples
3 of 5يستخدم النجار أدوات يدوية بسيطة.
The carpenter uses simple hand tools.
اللغة هي أهم أداة للتواصل بين البشر.
Language is the most important tool for communication between humans.
تعتبر هذه البرمجيات أداة فعالة للمحاسبة.
This software is considered an effective tool for accounting.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Ada' as something that helps you 'Perform' (root related to performance).
Quick Quiz
القراءة هي ___ أساسية لتوسيع المدارك.
Correct!
The correct answer is: أداة
Examples
يستخدم النجار أدوات يدوية بسيطة.
everydayThe carpenter uses simple hand tools.
اللغة هي أهم أداة للتواصل بين البشر.
academicLanguage is the most important tool for communication between humans.
تعتبر هذه البرمجيات أداة فعالة للمحاسبة.
businessThis software is considered an effective tool for accounting.
أصلح الميكانيكي السيارة باستخدام أدواته.
informalThe mechanic fixed the car using his tools.
الإحصاء هو أداة تحليلية في العلوم الاجتماعية.
academicStatistics is an analytical tool in the social sciences.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
أدوات منزلية
household appliances/tools
Often Confused With
Wasila is a general 'means' or 'way', while Ada is more specifically a 'tool' or 'instrument'.
Usage Notes
Very versatile; can refer to a hammer, a computer program, or a mental skill like critical thinking.
Common Mistakes
The plural is 'أدوات' (Adawat). Learners sometimes forget the 't' sound in the plural.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Ada' as something that helps you 'Perform' (root related to performance).
Word Origin
From the root 'ʔ-d-w' meaning to perform or convey.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
القراءة هي ___ أساسية لتوسيع المدارك.
Correct!
The correct answer is: أداة
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