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Root Verb
استانس
istaanas
to have a good time
ء ن س
This is a Form X verb from the root ء ن س, where the initial hamza turns into a long 'aa' vowel. It is the most common Gulf Arabic verb for 'to have a good time', 'to enjoy oneself', or 'to be happy'.
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Past Affirmative
أنا
I — "I had a good time"