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With Merna: Arabs don't use Arabic numerals
Updated 14:57, 10-Dec-2022

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The numbers we use on a daily basis are called "Arabic numerals." But they're not actually the numbers used by Arabic people. Well, what do they use? Come with Merna to find out the story of numbers!

Merna is a Chinese Jordanian girl who grew up in a very diverse cultural environment. Passionate about law, music and classical movies, she believes languages allow anyone willing to learn the chance to thrive in the richness of various cultures.

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