Arabic
|Ar/a/bic|
B1
/ˈærəbɪk/
Arab culture or language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Arabic' originates from the Latin word 'Arabicus', which was derived from the Greek 'Arabikos', referring to the people of Arabia.
Historical Evolution
'Arabikos' transformed into the Latin 'Arabicus', and eventually became the modern English word 'Arabic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the people of Arabia, but over time it evolved to also refer to the language and culture.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the Semitic language of the Arabs, spoken by over 300 million people.
She is learning Arabic to communicate better with her friends.
Adjective 1
relating to the language or culture of the Arabs.
Arabic literature is rich and diverse.
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Last updated: 2025/03/18 07:57