LessonsZuhayr ibn Abī Sulmā: The Departing Caravan, Travel Imagery and Similes (Verses 7–15)Quiz

Laṭīf relates to fineness and delicacy; here it indicates a person of refined appreciation. Mutawassim is an active participle from form V, tawassama, root w-s-m: one who recognizes characteristics from their signs.

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لِلَّطِيفRefined taste
لِعَيْنِ النَّاظِرLooking carefully
الْمُتَوَسِّمRecognizing signs

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Refinement versus discerning observation

Zuhayr ibn Abī Sulmā: The Departing Caravan, Travel Imagery and Similes (Verses 7–15)

Laṭīf relates to fineness and delicacy; here it indicates a person of refined appreciation. Mutawassim is an active participle from form V, tawassama, root w-s-m: one who recognizes characteristics from their signs.

PhraseEmphasis
لِلَّطِيفRefined taste
لِعَيْنِ النَّاظِرLooking carefully
الْمُتَوَسِّمRecognizing signs