Journal

Notes on language & culture

Essays, lessons and cultural notes from the studio for learners who want the real Arabic, not the textbook version.

What Arabic Dialect Do I Learn First?

To understand which Arabic dialect you should learn first depends a lot on where you live and who you socialize […]

How to Improve Your Arabic Listening Skills Faster

For many Arabic learners, listening is often the most challenging

How Many Arabic Dialects Are There?

Arabic is a very rich, ancient language. The Arabic that

How Long Does It Take To Become Fluent In Arabic?

I don’t think this has one answer that fits all.

Why Are There Numbers in Arabic Words? Your Guide to 3, 7 & More

So you might have seen a lot of words like

Learning Arabic Through Play: Why Games Are Powerful Teachers

For many children, learning a new language can seem like

Five Arabic Expressions That Reveal a Whole Worldview

Every language carries more than words—it carries a culture, a

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