Can Arabs from different regions communicate in their respective dialects?
Arab speakers form various parts of the world do communicate in their respective dialects. However, the degree and ease of comprehensibility depends on two factors: The geographical location pertaining to the dialects The level of exposure to each dialect With regards the first factor, Algerians may have more trouble communicating with Saudis than they would with Tunisians, as Algeria is much closer to Tunisia than it is to Saudi Arabia. With regards the second factor, the average Arab throughout the Arab world have no problem whatsoever understanding the Egyptian dialect as they are all exposed to it via TV programs, films and documentaries.
