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Learn the 10 Most Common Political Actors in Arabic (2) Posted by jesa on Jul 21, 2015
Marhaba! I am sure most of you enjoyed learning about the 10 most common political actors in Arabic. Others I am sure refreshed their memory. Similar to my earlier advice on the 100 most common words in Arabic, you will unquestionably come across most if not all these words in any daily TV show or…
Learn the 10 Most Common Political Actors in Arabic Posted by jesa on Jul 19, 2015
Marhaba! In the past we have discussed the most common words about politics and government; the most common government systems; and the most common political ideologies. The last and important part of learning everything related to government and politics in Arabic involves learning about the different players involved in such processes and power configurations. Today…
The Makings of the U.S.-Iran Nuclear Deal Hours Before It Happened (2) Posted by jesa on Jul 18, 2015
Marhaba! I still cannot believe that the world’s greatest powers and Iran have reached a historic deal! Let’s hope it is the beginning of a long journey of peace between all nations around the world. As you all know, this is an extremely important moment for millions living in the Middle East and will most…
The Makings of the U.S.-Iran Nuclear Deal Hours Before It Happened Posted by jesa on Jul 14, 2015
Marhaba! I am pretty sure most, if not all of you, have come across an infinite number of news articles and TV broadcasts that focus on day-to-day updates of the negotiations between Iran, the United States, and other major players on a possible framework to halt Iran’s nuclear program. Today, almost all TV networks, news…
Listen to Another Musical Arabic Masterpiece by Marcel Khalife Posted by jesa on Jun 30, 2015
Marhaba! As you all by know by now, Marcel Khalife is one of the most respected and known musicians from the Arab world. He is actually one of my favorite artists. Today, I am sharing yet another beautiful ballad by this one-of-a-kind artist. This noteworthy masterpiece is called Ya Naseem el Reeh, which roughly translates…
Traveler’s Guide to the Arab World: Learn The 27 Must Know Arabic Phrases Posted by jesa on Jun 27, 2015
Marhaba! Over the past weeks, I have shared the most common Arabic phrases that you will need during your stay in any beautiful city in the Arab world. You have learned how to get to your hotel from the airport and then check in; how to dine and order food in a restaurant; how to…
The 7 Must Know Arabic Phrases for Shopping Posted by jesa on Jun 20, 2015
Marhaba! As you can see from my earlier posts on essential phrases for traveling and dining in the Arab world as well as visiting a museum, I am hoping to provide you all with a useful and basic guide that will allow you to chat with locals in any Arab country that you plan to…