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What languages do many Arab citizens of Israel speak and study?
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Arab citizens of Israel, who include Muslims, Christians, and Druze, primarily speak Levantine Arabic in their daily lives. In school, they study Modern Standard Arabic, which is part of the curriculum within the system of schools where Arabic serves as the primary language of instruction.12
Additionally, many younger Arab citizens are bilingual in Hebrew. While Hebrew is the official language of Israel and the primary language of instruction at Israeli universities, Arabic maintains a special status in the country.123