Discover How UAE's AI Projects Are Transforming Arabic Language For Future Generations

The UAE is pioneering the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the Arabic language's digital presence, ensuring its relevance in future global contexts. Various state bodies are implementing AI-driven projects across sectors like publishing, education, and creative content to strengthen this initiative.

One significant achievement is the Historical Dictionary of Arabic Language, completed last year by Sharjah, known as the "Capital of Arab Culture." This project chronicles the evolution of Arabic throughout history. Following this, the "GPT Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language" was launched, utilising modern technology to promote the language worldwide.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation is advancing digital culture in the Arab world through initiatives like the "Digital Knowledge Hub." This platform organises digital content and has amassed over 800,000 titles and 8.5 million items across more than 18 libraries. These efforts aim to enrich Arabic digital content globally.

The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre has introduced several AI-based publishing projects. Among them is a specialised digital dictionary that supports digital Arabic content. It stands as the first comprehensive Arabic-English dictionary using AI and computational linguistics, covering over 7,000 modern terms with features like automated pronunciation and simplified definitions.

A collaboration between New York University Abu Dhabi and Zayed University led to the Balanced Arabic Readability Corpus project "BAREC." This initiative aims to gather a linguistic corpus of 10 million words from various literary genres and topics. Such efforts are crucial for enhancing linguistic resources in the digital age.

The recent Abu Dhabi International Book Fair introduced "Digital Square," a technical space designed to boost AI use in publishing. This initiative highlights how technology can transform traditional sectors like book publishing by integrating advanced tools.

Educational institutions are actively launching diverse initiatives to incorporate AI and modern technologies into teaching Arabic. These efforts ensure that students are equipped with skills relevant to contemporary technological advancements while preserving their cultural heritage.

The "GPT Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language" offers researchers access to over 20 million Arabic words. It allows users to write, read texts, convert them into videos, and continuously update the dictionary with new information through collaboration between the Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah and Emirates Scholar Research Centre.

This comprehensive approach ensures that AI not only preserves but also enhances the richness of the Arabic language for future generations. By integrating technology into cultural preservation efforts, these initiatives set a benchmark for other regions aiming to balance tradition with innovation.

With inputs from WAM