How Social Media is Saving (and Changing) Arabic

Is the Arabic language being lost, or is it just evolving for the digital age? 

In this episode of the Vision Voices Podcast, Arabic Series, Lara sits down with Radwa Hassan to explore the "Digital Remix" of the Arabic language.
 
They dive into how Gen Z is blending traditional heritage with modern tech through emojis and the viral stickers that define Middle Eastern group chats.

From the technicality of using numbers like "3" and "7" to replace Arabic sounds, to the struggle of parenting in a world where kids prefer Snapchat streaks over formal grammar, this conversation uncovers the raw reality of modern cultural identity. 

Radwa and Lara also discuss how global brands like Lipton are abandoning formal Arabic for street slang like "Let’s Go Shabab," and how humor on TikTok is bridging the gap between strict traditions and the younger generation’s perspective.

Subscribe for more from our Arabic series and share your thoughts in the comments. What is the most hilarious cultural trend or "digital slang" you’ve seen lately? We want to hear your story!

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