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Pakistan (باكستان): Pakistan is a country in South Asia known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and historical significance. It is the fifth-most populous country in the world and has a predominantly Muslim population. The capital city is Islamabad, while Karachi is the largest city and economic hub.

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Foreign Words in Arabic: Farsi, Greek, & Turkish (Part 3)

This is Part 3 of a series on the etymology of foreign words in Arabic, focusing on traces left by Farsi, Greek, and Ottoman Turkish. Discover the origins of common Arabic words like بَقْشِيش (baksheesh), باشا (Pasha), أَفَنْدِي (effendi), دُلاب (cabinet), and تَرابِيزة (table), revealing their fascinating linguistic journeys into the Arabic lexicon.