Introduction:

The Arabic language is a Semitic language that first emerged in the 1st to 4th centuries CE. It is now the lingua franca of the Arab world. It is named after the Arabs, a term initially used to describe peoples living in the Arabian Peninsula bounded by eastern Egypt in the west, Mesopotamia in the east, and the Anti-Lebanon mountains and Northern Syria in the north, as perceived by ancient Greek geographers The ISO assigns language codes to thirty varieties of Arabic, including its standard form, Modern Standard Arabic, also referred to as Literary Arabic, which is modernized Classical Arabic.

Arabic is usually ranked among the top six of the world’s major languages. As the language of the Qur’an, the holy book of Islam, it is also widely used throughout the Muslim world. It belongs to the Semitic group of languages which also includes Hebrew and Amharic, the main language of Ethiopia.

Arabic is widely taught in schools and universities and is used to varying degrees in workplaces, government, and the media. Arabic, in its standard form, is the official language of 26 states, as well as the liturgical language of the religion of Islam, since the Quran and Hadith were written in Arabic.

If you have decided to learn Arabic or have already spent a good deal of time learning the language and are wondering if it is worth it, then do not worry, it definitely is.

While learning a new language, you may doubt yourself and are wondering if you are going in the right direction or feel that you are stuck and unable to make progress and wonder if it really is worth it. Then the answer is yes. It is all worth it.

• Benefits of learning Arabic

First things first, learning a language in itself is an achievement. Irrespective of the level of proficiency that you achieve, learning a new language is always beneficial both personally and professionally.

Let us look at some of the reasons why it is worth spending a whole year learning Arabic.

• 1.You’ll be able to converse with the locals effectively.

In Arabs, most of the native people are well versed in Arabic. So it would be nice if you speak with them in their own language. They feel attached to their language ( any state as of matter) , so you will get a nice welcome if you speak in Arabic with local auto drivers or shop owners . Administrative language of the Arab state is also Arabic so Arabic is most preferred in government offices. you can make your living much easier if you know Arabic in Arab.

• 2.Opportunities to study/work in Arab : 

Arab countries like Egypt, Iraq, Sudan a generous number of scholarships and other support to study in Iraq  Working holiday visas are available for young foreigners from a range of countries, and special visas are offered to skilled workers and professionals.

Arab has a large number of good colleges and they provide better courses to the students so if you have knowledge about the Arabic language you can join those universities for graduation. It is easy for you to cooperate with Arabic teachers and students if you have a good command of Arabic.

Also, there are many companies which you can join to continue your work if you are a good speaker of Arabic. 

Learning a new language can open doors to better opportunities and career prospects. Egypt, being one of the strong economic powers in the world, can offer you some very good career opportunities in and outside the country. If you are able to speak Arabic, you can definitely find a lucrative job where your Arabic knowledge is appreciated. 

Though there are subtitles present, watching a show in its original language can be different altogether. Movies and music reflect the culture of a country.

Also, learning a new language gives an insight into the traditions and cultures of the society. Learning Arabic can be of great help in understanding the traditions and culture of Arabic.

• 3.Cultural understanding:

 Learning Arabic provides you with an insight into the way of life, and the hopes and dreams of people in Arabic-speaking countries, broadening your horizon.

• 4.Travel

If you plan to move to Arab for any reason, you may not find many good English speakers. Thus, knowledge of the Arabic language can help you move around and ask for simple things related to day-to-day situations.

If you have already spent a year studying Arabic in all possibility, you have overcome the obstacles in learning a new language and now you can reap the benefits.

Depending on your native language, whether you are bilingual or multilingual or your experience with learning other languages the time you take to learn Arabic would differ from other individuals.

You could be a beginner who is just taking baby steps in learning or are at an advanced level; the methods that you choose to learn the language and the time that you commit to practicing Arabic every day can play a significant role in how much you know and in what duration of time. 

• Conclusion:

It not only helps appreciate a new culture but also opens the doors for better opportunities. It is nice to have additional knowledge of any language like Arabic

Whether you try to learn Arabic all by yourself, which is a difficult task, or join a class online or traditional method, if you have moved at least a little bit towards your goal, then yes, it definitely is worth it!!