Arabic Language
Arabic is a Semitic language that belongs to the Afro-Asiatic language family.
It is primarily spoken in the Arab world, which spans across 22 countries in the Middle East and North Africa.
Arabic is the official language of these countries and is spoken by millions of people as a first language.
Arabic has several dialects, which can vary significantly in vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.
However, Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) serves as the standardized form of the language used in formal settings, such as literature, media, education, and official communication among Arab countries.
MSA is also the form of Arabic used in the Quran, the holy book of Islam.
The Arabic script, which is written from right to left, is used to write Arabic.
It consists of 28 letters, and vowels are typically represented by diacritic marks placed above or below the letters.
Arabic is known for its rich literary tradition, with poetry, prose, and religious texts playing a significant role in Arab culture and heritage.