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Arabic Lessons in Edinburgh

Thanks to our innovative in-person methodology, it has never been easy to start speaking Arabic face-to-face. Reach out to us and we will prepare an interactive course for you with one of our expert native speaker teachers!

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General Arabic

These Arabic lessons fit a broader spectrum and can be useful for those who need different things from the language. Most beginner students will have a handle of survival Arabic by the end of their lesson, which will provide them with enough Arabic to communicate at least at a basic level during short trips to the country, but those who require more would benefit greatly from these sessions. Typical students have been those eager to travel all over the world, those buying overseas property, those with foreign spouses, aficionados of Arabic culture and those who just wish to pass a particular Arabic exam. Enquire now about our Arabic Courses or Take A Free Arabic Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business Arabic

These Arabic Lessons are intended for people who really need to learn Arabic to help make that difference in their work. For beginners, it will be useful to learn greetings and basic business etiquette; at higher levels, reading and then writing become more important. Typical students include those involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where an additional language is required, and those working with international colleagues, academia and government. Even in our most basic lesson for Beginners, students should expect to end the lesson with basic telephone Arabic and Arabic e-mail skills for communication as well as survival Arabic required for short visits to a country. Enquire now about our Arabic Courses or Take A Free Arabic Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business Arabic

If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of Arabic, the same goals sought for the language and be able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these Arabic lessons can also be made available with Two-to-One Arabic Lessons or Small Group In-Company Arabic Lessons. Listen & Learn does not generally recommend classes with more than 6-8 people, though Taster lessons in Arabic can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Enquire now about our Arabic Courses or Take A Free Arabic Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business Arabic

Our native-speaking qualified Arabic teachers can instruct you and your group at your work or at home at a time most convenient for you. Classes can take place on any day of the weekeven weekendsmorning, afternoon or evening. If meeting at your office or home is not suitable, you can take your lessons at the trainer's office. Study materials are supplied for you. Enquire now about our Arabic Courses or Take A Free Arabic Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business Arabic

Two or more people can benefit studying Arabic together as these Arabic lessons are also offered to groups (Two-to-One Arabic Lessons or Small Group In-Company Arabic Lessons). Every student must have the same degree of knowledge of the language, the same business or language needs and the ability to study at the same time and place as everybody else. The booking has to be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn does not advocate group sessions of more than 6-8 people, though Taster Arabic Lessons can be experienced by up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Arabic Courses or Take A Free Arabic Level Test

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arabic Songs

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” مع جريدة” (With a Newspaper)

Looking for a song in Arabic that is catchy, easy to understand and not too grammatically complex? “With a Newspaper” is the perfect choice for you. Based on the poems of Syrian writer Nizar Qabbani, it tells the emotional story of two refugees who flee their country looking for a better life. The lyrics are beautiful and use formal Arabic, so you can practise what you learn in your course with Listen & Learn. Furthermore, this song is well-known, so you won’t have any problems finding the lyrics online! Click here to listen to this song.

arabic Songs

“حبيتك بالصيف” (I Loved You in the Summer)

“I Loved You in the Summer” is a romantic song by one of the most well-known Arab singers from Lebanon, Fayrouz. This song is great for beginners because it uses a lot of basic vocabulary, like the seasons (alsayf is summer, shata’ is winter, rbye is spring and alkharif is autumn). But the song is also useful for advanced levels who want to put their vocabulary to the test and challenge themselves to understand the gist of the song: unrequited love. The singer uses advanced words and expressions to describe her suffering, so keep the lyrics to hand! Click here to listen to this song.

“انت عمرى” (You Are My Life)

“You Are My Life” is, as you may have guessed, a romantic song by an Egyptian singer and songwriter, so it’s a great idea to listen to it to familiarise yourself with different Arabic accents. Some new terms you will hear include your eyes (euyunk), your light (nurik) and my heart (qalbi). In terms of grammar, the song is quite simple because it only includes verbs in the past and the imperative, like forgot (nasit) or gave (aetaa), so listening to the song is a great way to revise your course contents. Click here to listen to "You are my life".

arabic Books

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Your First 100 Words in Arabic

Beginner-level students can take advantage of this book designed to help learners overcome the obstacles of reading and writing the Arabic script. It mainly focuses on calligraphy and how letters are joined to form words with clear explanations in English, so you don’t have any doubts. Each chapter represents the vocabulary category you will be learning, such as home, opposites, animals, parts of the body, and more. Plus, the book includes a set of flashcards with charming visuals to help you remember new terms and a workbook with hundreds of grammar and vocabulary exercises. Click here to buy the book.

arabic Books

The Night Mail – Hoda Barakat

The Night Mail will introduce you to the gripping story of four immigrants who have arrived in Lebanon. The novel depicts how their fates intertwine by chance and how the conflict and trauma affect them. In addition to learning more Arabic vocabulary and structures, you will discover the Lebanese culture and history (such as the Lebanese Civil War, 1975–1990). You will also read and learn more about how the characters celebrate Eid al-Fitr (Breaking the Fast), a religious festivity commemorated by Muslims all over the world. Click here and learn more about the novel.

Women Without Trace – Mohammed Abi Samra

If want to learn Arabic while getting to know more about the women of the MENA region, then Women Without Trace by Mohammed Abi Samra is the novel for you. The story follows four women, scattered across Lebanon, and the hardships they endure during the Lebanese Civil War. In addition to exploring themes like identity and diaspora, the novel shows how women’s lives compared to those of the men. The narrative is quite complex, so the book is best suited for advanced learners. Click here and learn more about the novel.

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"The course is going well and I am enjoying it. I chose Listen & Learn because I found the price competitive and the flexibility of online classes suitable to my needs."
Lua Parsa

Arabic course in Online.

"My Arabic lessons are going extremely well. My vocabulary and understanding of grammar are growing tremendously. The pace is just right, and I am completely satisfied."
Robert Fantina

Arabic course in Online.

"I chose Listen & Learn because of your prices and the availability of Arabic lessons. I am pleased with Hala, who is able to work around my schedule."
CR

Arabic course in Online.

"Marwa is an attentive teacher. She has an excellent way of helping me know when a noun is masculine or feminine and is great at correcting my pronunciation."
Katie Longenecker

Arabic course in Online.

"She was great fun to work with but by no means "soft," so she kept us all motivated."
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