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First words in Arabic (MSA)
مرحبا (Marhaba), Hello
as-sa-la-mou 'a-LAY-kum
السلام عليكم (As-salamu alaykum), Peace be upon you
Formal greeting
Did you know? Arabic is written from right to left and has an alphabet of 28 letters. The language of the Qur'an is also the language of millennia-old poetry and of the great mathematicians who gave the Western world algebra (al-jabr), algorithms (al-Khwarizmi), Arabic numerals, and hundreds of everyday words: magazine, alcohol, admiral, zero, syrup, cotton, safari. Knowing how to say 'As-salamu alaykum' and to reply correctly with 'Wa alaykum as-salam' is a cultural key that instantly opens doors across 22 countries and within the global Arabic-speaking diaspora.
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Your typical Arabic (MSA) week

2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.

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The method

Our method for learning Arabic (MSA)

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Quick level test

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The curriculum

What you'll learn in Arabic (MSA)

A curriculum designed to get you speaking Arabic (MSA) in the situations that actually matter to you.

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  1. 01
    Modern Standard Arabic (MSA): press, media, and official documents
  2. 02
    Regional dialects: Egyptian, Levantine, Moroccan Darija, Gulf
  3. 03
    Arabic alphabet and calligraphy: 28 letters in 3 weeks
  4. 04
    Business and negotiation across the Arab world and the Gulf
  5. 05
    Arabic for the diaspora and multilingual families
  6. 06
    Listening comprehension for TV series, films, and Al Jazeera

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about learning Arabic (MSA)

Yes, and this is one of the defining features of Arabic: diglossia. Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) is the language of the press, official speeches, media, and the Qur'an, understood everywhere but never spoken on the street. Dialects such as Egyptian, Levantine, Moroccan Darija, or Gulf Khaleeji are the languages of daily life, but harder for outsiders. At Targumi, we tailor the course to your goal: if you're heading to Egypt, we teach Egyptian; if you're reading Al Jazeera, we focus on MSA; if you have family from the Maghreb, we teach Darija.
On average 2 to 3 weeks with regular practice of 15 to 20 minutes per day. The Arabic alphabet has 28 letters, each with 4 forms depending on its position in the word (initial, medial, final, isolated). An added challenge: short vowels (harakat) are often not written in everyday texts, you infer them from context. Our teachers use visual methods and progressive reading exercises to make learning feel fluid and tangible.
Arabic is classified as a difficult language by the US Foreign Service Institute (around 2,200 hours for full mastery). But several elements help: English has already borrowed hundreds of Arabic words (algebra, cotton, syrup, magazine, zero). Arabic grammar, although complex, is also highly regular, exceptions are rare. With 2 live sessions per week and consistent practice, most of our students reach basic conversation within 6 to 9 months.
Egyptian Arabic is often recommended as a first dialect: it is the most widely heard in Arabic films and TV series (Egyptian cinema has dominated the Arab world since the 1950s), which makes it the most widely understood across all Arabic-speaking countries. If you have family or professional ties to a specific region, the Maghreb (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia), the Levant (Lebanon, Syria), the Gulf (Saudi Arabia, UAE), we recommend the matching dialect. Two approaches work: MSA first for structured learners, dialect first for pragmatists.
Yes, our beginner classes start with the alphabet, but in parallel we use transliteration (phonetic writing in Latin letters) so you can express yourself orally from the very first class. The goal is for you to read Arabic directly within the first 3 months. This dual approach, speak quickly, read progressively, is the most effective way to stay motivated while building solid foundations.
The Arab world represents a combined GDP of over 3 trillion dollars, with Gulf economies (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait) attracting massive investment. Sectors actively hiring Arabic speakers include diplomacy, energy, construction and infrastructure, luxury, agribusiness, education, NGOs, and international cooperation. Speaking Arabic in a negotiation in the Gulf or the Maghreb is a significant competitive advantage.
Apps help you acquire vocabulary and get familiar with the alphabet. But Arabic requires constant human feedback on the pronunciation of guttural and emphatic sounds (the 'ayn, ha, qaf), which are impossible to master without real-time correction. Targumi's small-group classes with native teachers let you progress 3 to 4 times faster than self-study, especially for speaking.
The most effective method combines live classes with a native teacher for pronunciation and conversation, immersion (Al Jazeera, Arabic series, podcasts), and regular writing practice. Targumi offers exactly this format: 2 live classes per week in small groups with native teachers, supported by targeted exercises between sessions. Your first real exchanges in Arabic are possible within 2 to 3 months.
Targumi offers 3 plans: quarterly, yearly, and lifetime access. All plans include live small-group classes with native teachers, interactive lessons, and the community. See full pricing on the pricing page.
100% online. Live classes happen twice a week in small groups via Google Meet. You can join from anywhere in the world. The mobile and web app stay accessible 24/7 for interactive lessons.
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Resources

All Arabic (MSA) resources

Explore our free tools to progress outside of class.

Arabic (MSA) level test

Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.

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Arabic (MSA) survival kit

A hundred words and thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.

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Arabic (MSA) cultural quiz

How well do you know Arabic (MSA) culture? Films, music, traditions.

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Arabic (MSA) articles

Guides and articles to learn Arabic (MSA).

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Arabic (MSA) vocabulary

Essential words and phrases organized by theme.

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Cultural resources

Podcasts, movies, TV shows and music to progress through immersion.

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Guides & articles

Guides to learn Arabic (MSA)

Guide pratique

Moroccan, Algerian or Tunisian Darija: Which Maghrebi Dialect Should You Choose?

A detailed comparison of the three Maghrebi darija dialects. Phonology, vocabulary, grammar, mutual intelligibility and diaspora: everything you need to choose the right dialect for your goals.

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Reviews

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“Arabic classes in the evening, 45 min, from my couch. Fits perfectly into my schedule.”

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“After 9 weeks of Arabic, I dictate voice notes in this language. beyond my initial expectations.”

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“After 5 months, my Arabic level completely changed. I read articles in this language effortlessly.”

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“At the birth of my third child, Arabic kept my mind busy while everything else fell apart.”

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“Arabic is my 4th language. Targumi is the 1st platform that kept me from giving up.”

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“Max 5 people in Arabic class. Everyone gets speaking time, teacher corrects individually.”

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“The moment I corrected a translation error in Arabic, I told my teacher, he was more excited than me.”

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“Pilot, Arabic changed my life: I serve an international clientele my competitors can't reach.”

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