أتمنى
'atamannā
The English phrase "I hope" is translated into Arabic as أتمنى ('atamannā).
The phrase is used to express a desire for something to happen in the future. Depending on the context, أتمنى can mean both "I hope" and "I wish", often expressing a desire for something that may or may not be possible.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form أتمنى is the first-person singular present tense. It is frequently followed by the particle أن (meaning "that") before a subordinate clause. Similarly, the formal forms أُرجُو and آمَل are generally followed by the conjunction أن.
How do you pronounce it?
'atamannā
Did you know?
- In many Arabic dialects, the formal أتمنى is replaced by phrases involving the word 'ya rabb' (O Lord), effectively turning a simple hope into a short prayer.
- The word أمل ('hope') is used as a common female given name in the Arab world. When a person is named أمل, their name literally translates to the noun form of the act of hoping.
- The root of أتمنى is linked to the word منية ('wish' or 'desire'), but it also relates to a root meaning 'to be soft' or 'to be gentle'. This suggests that hoping is viewed as a softening of the heart's desires.
Examples in context
- أتمنى أن تعجبك الرحلة.I hope you enjoy the trip.This sentence is useful for using أتمنى to express a hope regarding a trip.Tatoeba #12489567 by OsoHombre, translation #9990389 by Amastan
- أتمنى أن أراك مرة أخرى.I hope to see you again.This sentence is useful for using أتمنى to express a hope to see someone again.Tatoeba #489079 by saeb, translation #32677 by CK
- أتمنى ان يكون توم أكثر حرصاً المرة القادمة.I hope Tom is more careful next time.This sentence is useful for using أتمنى to express a hope regarding someone's future behavior.Tatoeba #8279955 by AhmedJamal, translation #2047719 by CK
- أُرجُو أن تنجح في امتحانِكِ القادم.I hope you succeed in your upcoming exam.
- آمَل أن تتمتع بحياةٍ سعيدة.I hope you have a happy life.
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Example conversation
Two friends are talking about an upcoming trip.
- مريم Maryamأتمنى أن تصل إلى هناك بسلام.atamannā an taṣila ilā hunāka bi-salām.I hope you arrive there safely.
- يوسف Youssefشكراً يا مريم، أنا متشوق جداً.shukran yā Maryam, ana mutashawwiq jiddan.Thanks Maryam, I am very excited.
- مريم Maryamأتمنى أن تستمتع في عطلتك.atamannā an tastamti'a fī 'utlatika.I hope you enjoy your vacation.
- يوسف Youssefسأفعل ذلك بالتأكيد، شكراً لكِ.sa-af'alu dhālika bi-ta'kīd, shukran laki.I certainly will, thank you.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
