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How to Speak Arabic

This page contains resources for learning and studying the Arabic language. Arabic is considered a macrolanguage with 27 different sub-languages. It is spoke widely throughout the Arab world and is the liturgical language of Islam.

Fast Facts

  1. Language Family: Afro-Asiatic, Semitic
  2. Number of Speakers: Between 186 and 207 million native speakers
  3. Official Language: 25 countries including Libya, Syria, Sudan
  4. Major Dialects: Egyptian Arabic, Maghrebi Arabic, Levantine Arabic, Iraqi Arabic, East Arabian Arabic, Gulf Arabic
  5. Systems of Arabic:
    • Classical written Arabic
    • Modern standard written Arabic
    • Spoken Arabic (varies across countries and regions)
  6. Read from right to left
  7. Liturgical language of Islam
  8. Classified as a macrolanguage with 27 sub-languages

Fast Facts

  1. Language Family: Afro-Asiatic, Semitic
  2. Number of Speakers: Between 186 and 207 million native speakers
  3. Official Language: 25 countries including Libya, Syria, Sudan
  4. Major Dialects: Egyptian Arabic, Maghrebi Arabic, Levantine Arabic, Iraqi Arabic, East Arabian Arabic, Gulf Arabic
  5. Systems of Arabic:
    • Classical written Arabic
    • Modern standard written Arabic
    • Spoken Arabic (varies across countries and regions)
  6. Read from right to left
  7. Liturgical language of Islam
  8. Classified as a macrolanguage with 27 sub-languages

Common Words and Phrases

  • Hello: Salam - Marhaba
  • My name is: Ismi
  • I don't speak Arabic: Ana ma ba'aref ahkee Arabee
  • I speak Arabic a little: Baa'ref Arabee Showayya
  • Goodbye: Ma'assalama - Bye
  • Thank you: Shukran

History

Arabic has been the liturgical language of Islam since the 7th century. It is classified as a member of the Semitic language family. It is closely related to Hebrew and Aramaic and shares a Proto-Semitic ancestor. During the Middle Ages, it was a major vehicle for scientific and philosophical culture. As a result, many European languages have been borrowed words from Arabic. The influence of the Arabic language is especially strong in Spanish and Portuguese.

Arabic Lessons Online

Arabic Writing Lessons

Arabic Dictionaries and Communication Resources

Arabic Lessons and Activities for Kids

Arabic Podcasts and Videos

Arabic Books

Arabic Blogs and Culture

Resources in Arabic

Arabic Classes and Programs

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