Ten Facts about Arabic

In how many countries is Arabic an official language?

• 22 countries

• 15 countries

How many native speakers does Arabic have worldwide?

• Over 274 million

• Around 150 million

In which direction is Arabic written?

• From right to left

• From left to right

How does the estimated number of words in the Arabic language compared to the number of words in the English language?

• Around 12.3 million words, much more than English

• About the same as the number of words in English

What is the 'Arabic calligraphy'?

• A highly developed art form

• The formal writing style used in Arabic

What is the connection between Arabic and Islam?

• Language of the Quran

• The Language of all Muslims

What is the ranking of Arabic among the most spoken languages in the world?

• 5th most spoken language

• 10th most spoken language

How many letters are in the Arabic alphabet?

• 28 letters

• 30 letters

How does learning Arabic help your brain?

• Challenges the brain, improving skills

• No significant impact on cognitive abilities

As a student, how can learning Arabic help you in the future?

• Gives a competitive advantage in the job market

• Broadens cultural understanding and perspective