Pronunciation: [ˈaɹɐbˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
The word "arabise" is spelled with two syllables: /ˈær.ə.baɪz/. The first syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound /æ/ as in "cat," and the second syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound /ə/ as in "about." The "i" in "-ise" is pronounced with a long "e" sound, like "ee." This word means "to make or become more Arabic in character or culture." It may also be spelled as "arabize" in some English dictionaries.
Arabise is a verb that derives from the noun "Arab," which refers to a member of the Arab ethnic group or an inhabitant of the Arab region. The term "arabise" is commonly used to describe the process of adopting or incorporating elements or characteristics specific to Arab culture, language, or customs.
In a cultural context, arabise can denote the assimilation or influence of Arab culture on a specific society or region. This includes adopting Arabic language, traditions, religious practices, or social norms. It can involve the adoption of Middle Eastern clothing styles, culinary practices, music, or architectural designs. Arabisation may also extend to political systems and governance, where mechanisms associated with Arab states are applied or implemented.
In a linguistic context, the term "arabise" refers to the adaptation or incorporation of the Arabic language or its linguistic features into another language. This can manifest as the introduction of Arabic words, idioms, or expressions into a non-Arabic language, commonly known as loanwords. Arabise can also refer to the adoption of Arabic script or the transliteration of non-Arabic languages into the Arabic alphabet.
Overall, arabise encompasses various aspects of cultural and linguistic assimilation or influence characterized by the incorporation of Arab elements into other cultures or languages.
The word "arabise" is derived from the noun "Arab" which refers to the inhabitants of the Arabian Peninsula or people who identify with Arab culture. The suffix "-ize" is derived from a Greek root "-izein" and is commonly used to form verbs denoting the process or act of making something resemble or become like the base word. Therefore, "arabise" means to make or become Arab-like or to adopt Arab culture, customs, or language.
