A Comparative Study Between the “Al-'Arabiyyah Bayna Yadayk” Dictionaries by Arabic for All Foundation and Muhammad Hanif Setiawan الدراسة المقارنة بين معجمي العربية بين يديك للعربية للجميع ولمحمد حنيف سيتياوان
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This study examines the role of educational dictionaries in Arabic language learning, particularly in vocabulary acquisition among non-native speakers, by conducting a comparative analysis of two dictionaries from the Arabiyyah Bayna Yadayk series. The objective of this research is to identify the similarities and differences between the dictionary published by the Arabiyyah for All Foundation and that compiled by Muhammad Hanif Setiawan. This qualitative study employs descriptive-analytical and comparative methods, with data collected from both dictionaries through systematic documentation. The analysis is based on lexicographical principles, focusing on entry arrangement, meaning explanation, vocabulary types, example presentation methods, and educational features. Content analysis and direct comparison were applied to examine the structure and characteristics of each dictionary. The findings reveal that both dictionaries share the same educational purpose and are categorized as educational dictionaries designed for non-native learners. However, they differ in terms of authorship, compilation approach, and word-searching techniques. These results contribute to a deeper understanding of educational dictionary development and provide insights for improving Arabic language teaching resources.
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