Learn Arabic is a key to your progress and a closer relationship with the people in middle east countries.Aside from our native tongue, it widens our knowledge and it is fun. One to two words everyday helps you communicate and better understanding,and can promote camaraderie to both parties. Also, show interest in learning about their customs, culture and even religion, this makes them interested in associating with you, besides there is no harm in increasing your knowledge about there way of life and beliefs. If someone greets you with As-Salam-Alaikom (peace be with you, Hello). You must answer back, Wa-Alaikom-As-Salam (and also with you,hello also). Day by day you can learn, practice, understand and speak Arabic. Patience,eagerness,willingness is vital. Good luck!