Student Notes 1: The Arabic Alphabet, Vowels and Diacritics. This book is primarily for students who are just beginning Arabic but the contents also serve as a reference point for more advanced students. he aim of this publication is to help build a foundation for learning about the Arabic language and the Arabic alphabet - study how to read and write Arabic and how to pronounce letters and words. Learn all about how Arabic letters are formed plus learn what all the little marks mean. Get detailed answers to questions teachers do not normally fully address. The book also explains and provides an understanding of vowels and diacritic marks covering over 250 words.