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Saudi Arabia (المملكة العربية السعودية): A country located in the Middle East, occupying most of the Arabian Peninsula. It is known for its vast deserts, rich oil reserves, and significant cultural and religious heritage. Saudi Arabia is home to the two holiest cities in Islam, Mecca and Medina, and plays a central role in the Islamic world. The capital city is Riyadh, and the country is ruled by the Al Saud family.

A cartoon depiction of a round table setting labeled 'BRICS' with several empty chairs and papers scattered around. A green barrel with Arabic writing is positioned next to the table, and a green garment with the Saudi Arabian flag drapes over one of the chairs.

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Media Arabic Booster 10/24

This month (10/24) in Media Arabic Booster: The situation in Lebanon and an article discussing why Saudi Arabia is reluctant to join the BRICs.

October 31, 2024

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A young woman with long hair, wearing glasses and a hoodie, gazes intently at the viewer against a backdrop of mathematical equations and symbols.

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How to translate ‘Nerd’ into Arabic

The English term "nerd" is difficult to translate and should be left untranslated. However, if one insists on a translation: what is "nerd" in Arabic? Let's have a look at various Arabic dialects.

June 25, 2021

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Bookshelves filled with a variety of colorful books neatly arranged in a dimly lit library setting.

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The best translated Arabic Novels from Yemen, Kuwait, Iraq, Sudan and Saudi-Arabia

Many modern Arabic novels have recently been translated into English. In this article, we highlight works from Yemen, Kuwait, Iraq, Sudan, and Saudi Arabia.

November 24, 2020

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Movies & Series

Exploring Masameer: Saudi Arabia’s first animation film

Masameer is a Saudi Arabian animation film which is now available on Netflix! It uses Gulf Arabic and Fosha - and has pretty decent English subtitles.

March 19, 2020

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Four female students in a classroom, wearing pink shirts and gray skirts. One student with long, dark hair and arms crossed appears serious, while another with curly red hair is smiling. A third student is seen from the side, with a bag slung over her shoulder. The fourth student, wearing a hijab, stands in the background, watching.

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Movies & Series

What are the best Arabic series and movies on Netflix?

Netflix offers Arabic movies, series and dramas (musalsalat - مسلسات). Since you can watch them in Arabic with English subtitles, this is a great way to improve your Arabic.

March 1, 2019

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