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همزة
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Hamza (همزة): A unique Arabic letter representing the glottal stop sound, often written as a small symbol above or below other letters (ء).
Scan & Correct
A sign for a halal restaurant in Poland. Some of the Arabic text is a bit harder to digest.
License to Spell
In intelligence, precision is paramount - even in spelling. A misplaced همزة can distort meaning and expose linguistic incompetence, as the CIA learned in an Arabic recruitment flyer.
Flying Fathas
You might assume that the Arabic on the signs on an Emirates plane is correct. At least the diacritics (تشكيل) aren't.
Cutting the Qiblah
The direction of prayer should not be interrupted - at least not in the written form of the Arabic word.
Hamza on Speed
Even on Saudi Arabia's modern high-speed train, spelling mistakes haunt you.
The 9 Best AI Tools for Arabic Writers and Learners in 2024
AI is now quickly making its way into the world of Arabic. We present the best and most interesting AI Arabic tools that you should take a look at in 2024.
Learning Hebrew as an Arabic Speaker: A Practical Guide to Grammar, Vocabulary, and the Alphabet
Learning Hebrew is much easier if you already know Arabic. This article reveals the strong connections between these Semitic languages, from shared roots and grammatical structures to alphabet similarities. It also uncovers a fascinating mistranslation in the Old Testament concerning Moses and the "Red Sea."
Jordan’s Political Divisions & The “Shining” New Capital of Egypt | Media Arabic Booster 03/24
This issue decodes the five major political trends dividing Jordanian society over the Gaza conflict and analyzes the language used to praise Egypt's New Capital. Learn the Arabic vocabulary used to discuss public opinion, national priorities, and state propaganda.
Decoding the Egypt-Ethiopia-Somaliland Conflict & Gaza’s Human Toll | Media Arabic Booster 01/24
This issue decodes the escalating geopolitical conflict between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Nile and the Somaliland port deal, and also looks at the human cost of war through the story of journalist Wael al-Dahdouh. Learn the Arabic vocabulary for diplomacy, conflict, and showing solidarity.
Egypt’s View on Palestine, Kuwait’s Mourning & An Election “Win” | Media Arabic Booster 12/23
This issue decodes an Egyptian intellectual's view on the Palestinian cause and analyzes the language used for major national events, including elections and the death of Kuwait's Emir. Learn the vocabulary for political analysis, solidarity, and official announcements.
