About Dialect Data

Dialect Data builds high-quality, authentic Arabic speech datasets—capturing the real voices, dialects, and cultures of the Middle East.

Why Dialects Matter

Arabic isn’t a single language—it’s a collection of dialects that change by region, city, and even neighborhood. In Lebanon alone, the accent in Beirut sounds different from Tripoli, the Bekaa Valley, or the South. The same is true across Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and beyond. These differences matter for AI, voice recognition, and cultural understanding—yet they’re often ignored in global datasets. We’re changing that.

Our Mission

We aim to create the most diverse, inclusive, and ethically sourced Arabic speech dataset in the world—starting in the Levant and expanding across the MENA region. By working directly with local communities and creators, we capture the richness of real conversations, not just textbook Arabic.

Our Vision

Today, we’re collecting dialects from Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Yemen. Tomorrow, we’ll expand to underrepresented regions like North Africa, the Gulf, and Sudan—building a truly representative Arabic dataset that helps AI systems serve everyone, not just a privileged few.

Want to get involved? Check out the For Creators page or Contact Us.