The Arabic alphabet is full of charm — and one of its sweetest letters is Seen (س). It’s soft, smooth, and similar to the English “S” sound.

In this friendly guide, you’ll learn:

What Is the Letter Seen (س)?

The Arabic letter Seen is the twelfth letter in the Arabic alphabet. It makes the sound /s/ like the “s” in “sun” or “smile.”

It’s a light, easy letter — perfect for beginners!

How to Pronounce Seen (س)

Place your tongue near your upper teeth and push the air out gently. It’s unvoiced, which means your vocal cords don’t vibrate when you say it.

Try it now:
س… سَ… سُ… سِ

Notice how soft and clear it sounds? That’s the beauty of Seen!

How to Write the Letter Seen in Arabic

Like all Arabic letters, Seen connects differently depending on its position in a word.

Here’s how it looks in different positions:

PositionFormExampleWord Meaning
IsolatedسسـمكSamak – Fish
BeginningسـسـيارةSayyarah – Car
MiddleـسـمدرسةMadrasa – School
EndـسجرسJaras – Bell

Seen has three teeth when written, which helps you recognize it.

Want to practice writing the letter Seen (س) on paper?

👉 Download your free worksheet here (PDF/Image) to trace, write, and build confidence!

Worksheet: Trace and Practice the Arabic Letter “Seen” (س)Download

Print it out and let your hand get used to the beautiful shape of س.

Examples of Arabic Words With Seen (س)

Here are some fun and useful Arabic words that include س:

Practice reading them slowly — you’ll notice how natural س becomes with repetition.

Tracing and Practicing the Letter Seen

Start by writing the isolated form of س several times:
س س س س س

Then try writing it in real words like:
سَمَك – Fish
سَبُورة – board
كُرْسِي – chair

The more you write, the more confident you’ll feel.

Seen vs. Other Similar Letters

It’s easy to mix up Arabic letters at first. Here’s how Seen (س) stands out:

Remember: Seen is soft and dotless — think “smile” to keep it in mind.

How IQRA Network Teaches the Arabic Alphabet

At IQRA Network, we make learning Arabic letters feel natural and fun.

Our method includes:

We focus on both accuracy and confidence. So whether you’re learning Seen or the entire alphabet, we support you at every step.

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Final Tip: Don’t Rush It — Letters Are Like Friends

Arabic letters are like new friends — you meet them one by one, spend time with them, and soon enough, they’re part of your life.

So take your time with Seen (س). Write it, say it, listen to it, and smile when you recognize it in words. You’re doing great — and we’re here to guide you.

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