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This app provides access to Lisan al-Arab, a comprehensive Arabic language dictionary compiled by Ibn Manzur. It contains 80,000 entries, drawing from five major linguistic sources and offering extensive linguistic and literary content.
What's New in مكتبة لسان العرب
1.0
May 16, 2017
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
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What is Lisan al-Arab?
Lisan al-Arab is one of the most comprehensive and extensive Arabic language dictionaries, compiled by Ibn Manzur. It contains 80,000 entries, significantly more than other dictionaries like the 'Qamus al-Muhit'.
What sources were used to compile Lisan al-Arab?
The dictionary draws its material from five primary sources: 'Tahdhib al-Lugha' by Abu Mansur al-Azhari, 'Al-Muhkam wa-l-Muḥīṭ al-Aʿẓam' by Ibn Sidah, 'Taj al-Lugha wa Ṣiḥāḥ al-ʿArabiyya' by Al-Jawahiri, Ibn al-Bari's notes on Al-Jawahiri's 'Siḥāḥ', and 'Al-Nihāya fī Gharīb al-Ḥadīth wa-l-Athar' by Izz al-Din Ibn al-Athir.
How is Lisan al-Arab organized?
Ibn Manzur organized the dictionary alphabetically by the letters of the Arabic alphabet, with each letter serving as a 'door' or section. Within each section, words are further categorized based on their second letter and then arranged by their final letter.
What makes Lisan al-Arab unique?
This dictionary is noted for its comprehensiveness, detailed entries, and rich collection of linguistic and literary evidence. It also addresses conflicting narrations and provides reasoned preferences, making it a valuable linguistic and literary encyclopedia.
Is Lisan al-Arab suitable for beginners?
While Lisan al-Arab is incredibly comprehensive, its depth and scholarly nature might be more suited for advanced learners or those with a strong foundation in Arabic. Beginners might find other resources more accessible for initial vocabulary acquisition.
Does Lisan al-Arab have ads?
No, Lisan al-Arab does not contain advertisements. The app is completely free and ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.
What devices does Lisan al-Arab support?
Lisan al-Arab is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to function across these Apple mobile platforms.
When was Lisan al-Arab last updated?
The application Lisan al-Arab was last updated on May 16, 2017, with version 1.0. It was initially released on the same date.
