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Kirundi is the national language of Burundi, a small country at the heart of Africa, on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, home to 13 million people. Very close to the Kinyarwanda of neighbouring Rwanda (together forming the Rwanda-Rundi continuum), Kirundi stands out for having resisted linguistic colonisation, nearly the entire Burundian population speaks it as a first language. The Burundian diaspora, particularly in Belgium and France, carries a rich culture centred on sacred drumming (ingoma), inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
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2 live classes per week in small groups. Ask questions, practice conversation, progress fast.
Your typical Kirundi week
2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.
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Your Kirundi curriculum
Exactly what you'll find inside the platform: 40 modules, 0+ structured lessons, quizzes and exercises.
Our method for learning Kirundi
Quick level test
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Structured modules
Progressive learning path with native audio and exercises
Interactive live classes
2 sessions per week with your native teacher
Level certification
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What makes us different for Kirundi
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What you'll learn in Kirundi
A curriculum designed to get you speaking Kirundi in the situations that actually matter to you.
Try for 30 days- 01Conversational Kirundi from Bujumbura and the provinces
- 02Bantu noun classes in Kirundi
- 03Kirundi vs Kinyarwanda: similarities and nuances
- 04Burundian culture: ingoma (royal drums), imana, ubuganwa
- 05Kirundi for humanitarian workers and NGOs active in Burundi
- 06Kirundi for the Burundian diaspora in Belgium and France
Frequently asked questions about learning Kirundi
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Kirundi level test
Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.
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Learn Kirundi: A Complete Beginner's Guide
Discover Kirundi, the national language of Burundi spoken by 12 million people. Grammar, vocabulary, essential expressions and learning methods.
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Discover how to learn Kirundi: Bantu language of Burundi, tonal system, noun classes, essential vocabulary and Burundian culture. Complete beginners guide.
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Verified learner testimonials.
“Been on Targumi for 3 months. The small group format is exactly what I needed. My teacher takes time to correct accent, it's precious. Made more progress in 3 months than in 2 years of regular apps.”
“What sold me is you actually speak from class one. No 10 hours of theory before opening your mouth. And the platform between classes is well-built, I revise on the morning commute.”
“Honestly I had doubts at first because I'd tried plenty of methods without sticking. This is different, the teacher knows their stuff, adapts to your level, and we have fun on top of it. 6 months in and still motivated.”
“Really good experience overall, the rhythm between live classes and independent practice is well-balanced. Small note: the mobile app lags sometimes, but the teaching content is well worth the price.”
“The thing that makes a real difference compared to other platforms: teachers are native and trained. You feel it, especially on accent and everyday expressions you don't learn in textbooks.”
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- Live classes 2x/week with a native teacher
- Full learning platform (videos, quizzes, audio exercises)
- Small group classes: you actually practice
- Private WhatsApp community
- 24/7 access from mobile and desktop
- Level certificate
- Shareable account
Cancel anytime · Same access on all plans
- Live classes 2x/week with a native teacher
- Full learning platform (videos, quizzes, audio exercises)
- Small group classes: you actually practice
- Private WhatsApp community
- 24/7 access from mobile and desktop
- Level certificate
- Shareable account
Cancel anytime · Same access on all plans
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