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First words in Kinyarwanda

Bite?, How are you? (casual)

MOO-ra-ho / BEE-teh

Muraho, Hello (to one person)

Formal greeting

Did you know? Rwanda is the only African country where women hold the majority of parliamentary seats (over 60% since 2008, an absolute world record). The national day 'Umuganda' (the last Saturday of every month) is devoted to community work, the whole country cleans, repairs and builds together. It is an ancestral practice, reinterpreted for the modern era, that partly explains why Kigali is one of the cleanest capitals in Africa. Kinyarwanda has a defining proverb: 'Akebo k'urukundo gafata ingabo', love's basket can carry shields, expressing love's capacity to bear even the heaviest burdens.

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

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Kinyarwanda Débutant

🔤L'alphabet et les sons

👋Les salutations — Gusuhuzanya

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦La famille — Umuryango

🌦️La meteo et les saisons — Ikirere

🏥Le corps et la sante — Ubuzima

🧳Voyager au Rwanda — Kugenda

🏞️Nature et mille collines — Ibidukikije

🎭Culture rwandaise — Umuco nyarwanda

💻Tech et innovation — Ikoranabuhanga

💼Metiers et professions - Imirimo

🎨Loisirs et passions - Imikino

❤️Emotions et sentiments - Amarangamutima

🏠Maison et objets - Inzu n ibikoresho

📱Telephone et communication - Telefoni

📚Ecole et apprentissage - Ishuri

🦒Animaux et environnement - Inyamaswa

✈️Voyages avances — Urugendo

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Kinyarwanda Intermediaire

📖Grammaire avancée et culture

🎨Littérature et arts rwandais

💼Monde du travail — Umurimo

📰Medias et actualites — Itangazamakuru

🏛️Politique et societe — Politiki n'imibereho

💰Economie et finances — Ubukungu n'imari

🎓Education avancee — Uburezi bwimbitse

🎨Arts et litterature — Ubuhanzi n'ibitabo

🌍Environnement — Ibidukikije

🔬Sciences et technologie — Ubumenyi n'ikoranabuhanga

🌐Relations internationales — Ubusabane mpuzamahanga

💭Philosophie et pensee — Filozofi n'ibitekerezo

🎯Projet personnel — Umushinga w'umwirondoro

🌿Sagesse rwandaise et langue formelle

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Expression avancée

📖Alexis Kagame — Poésie et philosophie

✍️Scholastique Mukasonga — Littérature et identité

🕯️Jenoside na kwibuka — Génocide et mémoire

⚖️Inkiko Gacaca — Justice communautaire

📈Ubukungu n'ejo heza — Économie et Vision 2050

🏛️Politiki ya Kagame — Débats contemporains

📜Ibitekerezo n'imbazi — Littérature orale rwandaise

🎓Synthèse C2 — Expression et compréhension avancée

💚Santé mentale, trauma et résilience

📝Maîtrise grammaticale et expression formelle

🎨Expression créative et culture populaire

🏁Synthèse C2 et quiz final

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The curriculum

What you'll learn in Kinyarwanda

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

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Conversational Kinyarwanda from Kigali
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Bantu noun class system: 8 grammatical genders
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Kinyarwanda for business in Rwanda's booming economy
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Rwandan culture: ingoma (drums), imigongo (geometric art), ubumwe (unity)
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Kinyarwanda for professionals and NGOs active in Rwanda
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Links between Kinyarwanda, Kirundi and Lingala (Bantu language family)

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about learning Kinyarwanda

Does Kinyarwanda have grammatical genders like French?

Kinyarwanda, like all Bantu languages, uses a noun class system, but rather than two genders (masculine/feminine) as in French, it has 8 classes that group nouns by category (people, animals, objects, abstractions, and so on). Each class has its own prefix and agreement rules. It is more complex in theory but highly logical in practice: you can often predict a word's class from its meaning. Our teachers introduce the classes progressively through everyday vocabulary.

Why learn Kinyarwanda to work in Rwanda?

Rwanda is one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, with annual growth of 8 to 10%. Kigali attracts heavy investment in tech, fintech, tourism and services. Rwanda hosts numerous international organisation headquarters (UNECA, among others) and regularly holds global conferences. Speaking Kinyarwanda in Rwanda is seen as an extraordinary sign of respect, very few expatriates attempt it, which makes the effort all the more memorable.

Are Kinyarwanda and Kirundi the same language?

Effectively yes, Kinyarwanda (Rwanda) and Kirundi (Burundi) are mutually intelligible to about 90% and are often considered two variants of a single language, sometimes called Rwanda-Rundi. The differences are comparable to those between Castilian Spanish and Portuguese, recognisable but understandable. Learning one gives you access to the other with very little additional effort.

Is there a significant Rwandan diaspora in the West?

The Rwandan diaspora in France is estimated at 15,000 to 25,000 people, an active, generally well-integrated community, with cultural associations and Franco-Rwandan businesses. For social workers, doctors, lawyers and asylum professionals working with this community, a few basics of Kinyarwanda make interactions significantly easier. Franco-Rwandan ties are historically complex, but the official reconciliation of 2024 opens a new era.

How long does it take to hold a conversation in Kinyarwanda?

With its noun class grammar, Kinyarwanda is classified as moderately difficult. For an English speaker, expect 8 to 12 months with two lessons per week to reach a conversational B1 level. The advantage: it is written in the Latin alphabet, the spelling is phonetic, and the online learner community is growing rapidly. Travellers preparing for a mission in Rwanda can learn the basic formulas in 6 to 8 weeks.

How much do Kinyarwanda 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 Kinyarwanda 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.

Resources

All Kinyarwanda resources

Explore our free tools to progress outside of class.

Kinyarwanda level test

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

Kinyarwanda survival kit

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

Kinyarwanda cultural quiz

How well do you know Kinyarwanda culture? Films, music, traditions.

Kinyarwanda articles

Guides and articles to learn Kinyarwanda.

Kinyarwanda vocabulary

Essential words and phrases organized by theme.

Cultural resources

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

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Guides & articles

Guides to learn Kinyarwanda

Language Guide

How to Say Hello in Kinyarwanda: Complete Guide

Master Rwandan greetings! Learn muraho, mwaramutse, and essential Kinyarwanda expressions for authentic cultural connections.

Learn Kinyarwanda: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Discover how to learn Kinyarwanda easily. Grammar, vocabulary, expressions, Rwandan culture and interactive learning with Targumi.

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