THE INFLUENCE OF ARABIC ON OTHER LANGUAGES
Keywords:
Arabic language, linguistic influence, Spain, Persia, Africa, trade, Islam, loanwordsAbstract
The influence of Arabic on other languages is a testament to its role as a major linguistic force in world history. Through trade, conquest, and the spread of Islam, Arabic has left a profound mark on many languages, particularly in regions like Spain, Persia, and Africa. This paper explores how Arabic has shaped these languages, with specific examples of vocabulary, linguistic structures, and cultural exchanges. The paper also highlights the historical contexts in which Arabic spread and the ways in which it interacted with the local languages of the regions it influenced.
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