Gerald Drißner

Gerald Drißner (Drissner) has lived in Arab and Islamic countries for more than a decade. He is the founder of Arabic for Nerds.

Total Posts: 363

Author Link: arabic.today/geralddrissner

A colorful illustration featuring the word 'they' in large, vibrant font surrounded by intricate floral patterns and two stylized eyes peering through the flowers, creating a visually engaging and artistic composition.
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How Do You Translate ‘They/Them’ into a Gendered Language Like Arabic?

Netflix subtitlers face significant challenges translating nonbinary gender expressions into Arabic due to the language's deeply gendered nature and cultural perceptions. This article highlights a study on shows like 'Degrassi Next Class' and 'One Day at a Time,' exploring linguistic hurdles and potential translation techniques for more inclusive Arabic content.
An illustration depicting a cityscape with rooftops, antennas, and minarets under a blue sky with clouds. On the right side, there is a book cover titled 'Akid! Kommunikations Lehrwerk der syrischen Umgangssprache' by Lisa Schor, featuring four friends sitting together outdoors, enjoying drinks and engaged in conversation.
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Lisa Schor on How to Get Started in Syrian Arabic

Lisa Schor, an Arabic teacher and doctoral candidate, shares her passion for transforming Arabic education. In this interview, she discusses her book "Akīd!," a textbook for Syrian Arabic beginners, highlighting its practical approach to conversational skills, basic vocabulary, and cultural understanding for A1 level learners.