Nominalisation

A verb can become a noun, such as decide → decision, for a compact formal style.

A verb can become a noun, such as decide → decision, for a compact formal style. Too many abstract nouns make writing heavy; a direct verb is sometimes clearer.

Practical examples

The team decided to postpone the launch.

قرر الفريق تأجيل الإطلاق.

The decision to postpone the launch was unanimous.

كان قرار تأجيل الإطلاق بالإجماع.

We analysed the responses carefully.

حللنا الردود بعناية.

Check your understanding

1. Which noun is related to decide?