- Online
- $435 - $445
If you have no knowledge of Arabic beyond habibi and hummus but you are curious about the language and its rich cultures, this course is perfect for you. Arabic Beginner 1 is designed to help you gain basic communicative ability in Egyptian Arabic, the most widely spoken and understood dialect across the Arabic-speaking world. You will also learn to read and write the beautiful Arabic alphabet. Please note that while this course does not cover Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), you will be learning some MSA words as you practice the alphabet.
As you develop your language skills, you will gain familiarity with the culture and everyday life in modern Egypt. Lessons are designed to balance grammar and vocabulary with multiple opportunities to practise conversations in pairs and small groups.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
- greet and introduce yourself
- ask and answer what/who(se)/where is this
- exchange telephone numbers
- ask about and tell the time
- speak and ask about daily routine
- read and write the Arabic alphabet