🇪🇬Egypt

Learn Egyptian Arabic with real humans

Learn Egyptian Arabic with native teachers from Egypt. It is the most widely understood dialect across the entire Arab world thanks to Egyptian cinema and television. Egypt is the most populous Arab country with 105 million inhabitants. Speaking Egyptian Arabic opens the doors of Cairo and Luxor, and connects you to 100 million people.

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First words in Egyptian Arabic

إيه الأخبار؟ (Eih el-akhbar?), What's up?

SA-bah el-KHEYR / eh el-akh-BAR

صباح الخير (Sabah el-kheir), Good morning

Formal greeting

Did you know? Egyptian Arabic is considered the 'universal' dialect of the Arab world, thanks to the Egyptian film and television industry that has dominated the region since the 1950s, most Arabic speakers understand Egyptian even without having studied it. One typical expression: 'Mafeesh mushkila!' (No problem!), the go-to answer to almost anything, always delivered with a smile.

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Live classes

Learn Egyptian Arabic live with a native teacher

2 live classes per week in small groups. Ask questions, practice conversation, progress fast.

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classes per week

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AUDIO SAMPLES

Hear Egyptian Arabic spoken by a native teacher

A preview of our human recordings, embedded inside your lessons.

Es-sāʿa khamsa illa rubʿ4:45

Aywa, qarīb shwayya.Yes, very close.

ʾAhwa b-labanCoffee with milk

Live classes

Your typical Egyptian Arabic week

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

Week of

1 – Jun 7, 2026

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At the restaurant: ordering

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The platform

Progress in Egyptian Arabic between classes, at your own pace

Interactive lessons with native audio, vocabulary, dialogues and quizzes. Everything you need to reinforce your skills between live sessions.

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Access all interactive exercises and online courses.

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The community

Join Targumi's Egyptian Arabic community

Dedicated WhatsApp group, exchanges between learners, resource sharing. You're never alone in your learning journey.

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Egyptian Arabic School - Community

Anissa

Hi everyone 🙌

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Fatiha

Hey, welcome back!

4:23 PM

I’m not on desktop, is it mobile-friendly too?

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Mrhd

Yes, it works on phone and computer together 📱💻

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Full program

Your Egyptian Arabic curriculum

Exactly what you'll find inside the platform: 37 modules, 0+ structured lessons, quizzes and exercises.

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Arabe égyptien : Débutant

🔤Premiers pas : L'arabe egyptien vs l'arabe standard

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🔤Alphabet & Prononciation

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🌙Les bases de l'arabe égyptien

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👋Salutations : أهلا وسهلا

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👋Se présenter

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦La famille : العائلة

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🔢Les chiffres, l'heure et les dates

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📖Vocabulaire de base

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☕Vie quotidienne au Caire

💬Interactions simples

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Arabe égyptien : Intermédiaire

✈️Voyages avances : السفر المتقدم

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💼Monde du travail : عالم الشغل

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📰Medias et actualites : الإعلام والأخبار

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🏛️Politique et societe : السياسة والمجتمع

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💰Economie et finances : الاقتصاد والمالية

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🎓Education avancee : التعليم المتقدم

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🎭Arts et litterature : الفنون والأدب

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🌍Environnement : البيئة

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🔬Sciences et technologie : العلوم والتكنولوجيا

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🌐Relations internationales : العلاقات الدولية

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💭Philosophie et pensee : الفلسفة والفكر

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🎯Projet personnel : المشروع الشخصي

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🔄Les verbes et la conjugaison

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Arabe égyptien : Avancé

💬Idiomes egyptiens : أمثال شعبية

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🎙️Registres MSA / dialecte / jeune : مستويات اللغة

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📚Litterature egyptienne : الأدب المصري

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📰Presse egyptienne : الصحافة المصرية

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⚖️Debats de societe : قضايا المجتمع

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⚖️Droit : القانون والقضاء

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🏺Sciences et histoire : العلوم والتاريخ

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🕌Philosophie et religion : الفلسفة والدين

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🎬Cinema et arts : السينما والفنون

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🏞️Nil et environnement : النيل والبيئة

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💳Fintech et economie : التمويل والاقتصاد

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🌍Diaspora golfe : المصريون في الخليج

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The method

Our method for learning Egyptian Arabic

Step 01

Quick level test

Assess your current knowledge in 5 minutes

Step 02

Structured modules

Progressive learning path with native audio and exercises

Step 03

Interactive live classes

2 sessions per week with your native teacher

Step 04

Level certification

Validate your progress with an official certificate

Why Targumi

What makes us different for Egyptian Arabic

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Available languages

Including rare languages you won't find anywhere else.

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Try everything with no commitment. Classes, exercises, community.

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Complete platform

Video classes + interactive exercises + WhatsApp community. All included.

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Learn whenever you want. Exercises and content are available 24/7.

The curriculum

What you'll learn in Egyptian Arabic

A curriculum designed to get you speaking Egyptian Arabic in the situations that actually matter to you.

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01
Everyday Cairene conversation and local expressions
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Egyptian Arabic from TV series and films (understand without subtitles)
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Typically Egyptian idiomatic expressions
04
Egyptian Arabic for travel and tourism
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Egyptian humour and popular culture
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Transitioning from Egyptian Arabic to MSA

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about learning Egyptian Arabic

Why choose Egyptian Arabic over another dialect?

Egyptian Arabic is the most widely understood dialect across the Arab world, a Moroccan, a Lebanese, and a Saudi all understand Egyptian thanks to Egyptian television and cinema. If you are going to learn only one Arabic dialect, Egyptian gives you maximum reach. In addition, Egyptian phonetics is generally considered more accessible than some Gulf dialects.

Is Egyptian Arabic very different from Modern Standard Arabic?

Egyptian Arabic has simplified some grammatical rules of Modern Standard Arabic (fewer cases, more regular conjugations), but has also introduced unique vocabulary and its own constructions. A foundation in MSA makes learning Egyptian easier, but you can also learn Egyptian directly. At Targumi, we agree on the approach together based on your goals.

Can I learn Egyptian Arabic for travel in Egypt?

Absolutely. Knowing a few dozen phrases in Egyptian Arabic radically transforms the travel experience in Egypt. Egyptians genuinely appreciate foreigners who make the effort to speak their language. We offer a 'Travel in Egypt' module focused on practical vocabulary: hotel, taxi, bazaar, restaurant, and the phrases needed to bargain at the Khan el-Khalili souk.

Can I understand an Egyptian TV series or film after 6 months?

With 2 classes per week plus regular practice, after 6 months you will understand the basic structures and many sentences in popular Egyptian dramas. Egyptian comedies are excellent learning resources because the language is simple and repetitive. Our teachers pick excerpts suited to your level so that watching TV series becomes a learning tool in itself.

Which Egyptian expressions must I absolutely learn?

The essentials: 'Ahlan wasahlan' (Welcome), 'Mafeesh mushkila' (No problem), 'Inshallah' (God willing, used for anything uncertain), 'Yalla' (Come on, let's go), 'Habibi/Habibti' (my dear, a universal term of affection), and 'Tayeb' (OK / alright). These expressions alone will instantly make you likeable to any Egyptian.

How much do Egyptian Arabic courses cost on Targumi?

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.

Are the Egyptian Arabic courses online or in person?

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.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. Targumi offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans. If you are not satisfied, just email [email protected] for a full refund.

How do I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel anytime from your profile (“My subscriptions” section) with no hidden fees. Your access stays active until the end of your paid period.

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