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In Arabic, some letters affect how the definite article “الـ” (al-) is pronounced. This lesson introduces the concepts of sun letters (حروف شمسية) and moon letters (حروف قمرية). You’ll learn the difference between the two types, why the “l” in “al-” is sometimes silent, and how to read words like “الشمس” and “القمر” correctly. This small but powerful rule will make your reading sound much more natural. We’ll provide plenty of examples and a handy trick to remember which letters are sun and which are moon. Understanding this distinction improves your fluency and listening skills. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference in sounding like a native speaker.