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Farsi (فارسی) is the endonym for the Persian language, primarily spoken in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. It belongs to the Indo-Iranian branch of the Indo-European language family.
Syria’s Crossroads: The Israel-Iran Conflict & The Damascus Church Bombing | Media Arabic Booster 06/25
Dive deep into the Syrian conflict with our June 2025 Media Arabic Booster. We analyze the aftermath of the Damascus church bombing, explore the history and etymology of the notorious Shabbiha militias, and provide expert vocabulary analysis for advanced Arabic learners.
Egypt’s Economy & the Dawn of a New Middle East | Media Arabic Booster 05/25
Understand the forces shaping a new Middle East. Our analysis breaks down Egypt's economic news and regional power shifts, with key Arabic vocab for learners.
From Washington to Gaza: Decoding Two Major Debates in Arabic Media | Media Arabic Booster 04/25
Two vastly different fronts in today's news: We examine the global economic shockwaves of a US trade war and the deeply personal, regional politics of the Gaza border as seen through the eyes of a Palestinian writer.
Al-Suli: The Chess Master in the Islamic Golden Age
Al-Suli, a key chess master from the 10th century, played an important role in developing modern chess and is seen as one of its first champions. Who was Al-Suli, and how are chess terms expressed in Arabic?
The Ironic Arabic Origin of Donald Trump’s Favorite Word: ‘Tariff’
The word "tariff" has a rich linguistic history, coming from the Arabic root ع-ر-ف. Over the centuries, it evolved through Persian, Turkish, and Latin before becoming the English term we use today.
Master Classical Arabic Through the Jahiz Institute
Brian Powell, founder of the Jahiz Institute, shares his journey in Arabic studies and talks about his innovative approach to teaching classical Arabic.
Beyond Flashcards: How Ceramics Can Help Students Learn the Arabic Alphabet
Learning the Arabic alphabet can be tough. One Arabic teacher found a unique solution: combining Arabic script with ceramics! Students got to paint their own mugs with Arabic names, making learning engaging and memorable. This article shares the journey, challenges, and success of this interdisciplinary approach.
The Ultimate Guide to Arabic Browser Add-ons for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
Learning Arabic is easier with the right tools. This blog post lists the best browser add-ons and extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. Enhance your experience with tools for typing Arabic, improving script readability, getting instant dictionary lookups, and checking grammar to make your online Arabic journey smoother.
The Number 8 in Arabic: Grammar and Spelling
The number 8 in Arabic is tricky! This article breaks down its special grammatical rules, including why the masculine form is unique, how to correctly use 18, and why 800 often sounds the same. Master this challenging area of Arabic numbers.
Understanding Hell in Islam: An Explanation of Jahannam, Saqar, and Other Qur’anic Terms
The Qur'an lists several names for Hell, often reflecting levels of torment. This article details the most important terms like Jahannam, Hutama (Crusher), Saqar (scorching fire), and Jahim (fierce fire), providing insights from the Qur'an and Islamic scholarship.
