Pronunciation: [fˈaɹa͡ʊk ˈa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
Farouk I (fəˈruːk; Arabic: فاروق الأول) was the tenth ruler of Egypt from 1936 until he was overthrown in 1952. The spelling of "Farouk" in IPA phonetic transcription is /fəˈruːk/. The first syllable "fə" is pronounced like "fuh" with a short "u" sound. The second syllable "ruːk" is pronounced like "rook" with a long "oo" sound. This spelling helps to accurately represent the Arabic pronunciation of the name.
Farouk I, also known as Farouk of Egypt, was the tenth ruler of the Muhammad Ali dynasty and the last King of Egypt and Sudan. He was born on February 11, 1920, and reigned from 1936 to 1952.
Farouk I is best remembered for his controversial and turbulent reign, marked by political instability, economic difficulties, and the eventual downfall of the monarchy. He ascended to the throne at the young age of 16 after the death of his father, King Fuad I. Despite his young age, Farouk inherited numerous challenges, including the ongoing struggle for Egyptian independence, internal political conflicts, and the deteriorating economic conditions in the country.
Farouk I's reign witnessed the signing of the Anglo-Egyptian Treaty of 1936, which increased Egypt's political and military independence from Britain. However, his reign also saw the growth of corruption, lavish spending, and disregard for the worsening social and economic conditions of the Egyptian population.
Farouk I was overthrown in a military coup led by Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1952. Following his ousting, he was exiled to Italy and later passed away on March 18, 1965.
The name "Farouk I" has become synonymous with the period of Egypt's modern history characterized by political instability, economic struggles, and the end of monarchy. His rule serves as a pivotal point in Egypt's transition towards republicanism and the rise of the Arab nationalist movement in the country.
