Cross-cultural Validation of the Arabic 10-Factors Big Five Scale Using Factor Analysis

In Arab World, the big five aspect scale (BFAS) with 10 factors domain currently lacks validating evidence. The BFAS structure was investigated in Libyan adult sample (N = 1163). The sample completed the BFAS, and the International Personality Item Pool (IPIP) to assess the BFAS validity. Results found that The BFAS Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Introversion Openness/Intellect are correlated positively with IPIP Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Introversion, Intellect, The BFAS Neuroticism was negatively correlated with IPIP emotional stability. Results found that the BFAS scales includes its 10 domains, has good internal consistency, and is strongly related to major personality dimensions assessed by the leading questionnaire. To conclude, the findings indicate that the Arabic BFAS is reliable, valid, and comparable to the original English version. This study provides valuable insights into an individual's personality and behavior, which can have implications for personal, professional, and clinical contexts.