Arabic, a Central Semitic language, is the lingua franca of the Arab world and the liturgical language of Islam. It has many varieties and dialects, with Modern Standard Arabic used in formal settings. Arabic script is used not only for Arabic but also for other languages like Persian and Urdu. The language has a rich literary tradition, including pre-Islamic poetry and Islamic texts.
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