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Xhosa is a language spoken by native communities worldwide. Xhosa (isiXhosa) is one of the 11 official languages of South Africa, spoken by about 9 million people, mainly in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape. A Bantu language famous for its click consonants (sounds made with the tongue against the palate), Xhosa is the language of Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and the Xhosa nation that long resisted colonization. Three distinct clicks (dental, lateral, palatal) are naturally embedded in everyday words.
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2 live classes per week in small groups. Ask questions, practice conversation, progress fast.
Your typical Xhosa week
2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.
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Interactive lessons with native audio, vocabulary, dialogues and quizzes. Everything you need to reinforce your skills between live sessions.
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Your Xhosa curriculum
Exactly what you'll find inside the platform: 40 modules, 0+ structured lessons, quizzes and exercises.
Our method for learning Xhosa
Quick level test
Assess your current knowledge in 5 minutes
Structured modules
Progressive learning path with native audio and exercises
Interactive live classes
2 sessions per week with your native teacher
Level certification
Validate your progress with an official certificate
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Video classes + interactive exercises + WhatsApp community. All included.
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What you'll learn in Xhosa
A curriculum designed to get you speaking Xhosa in the situations that actually matter to you.
Try for 30 days- 01Xhosa clicks: the three types (c, x, q) and their pronunciation
- 02Conversational Xhosa from Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, and East London
- 03Bantu grammar: noun classes and verbal agreement
- 04Xhosa culture: ubuntu, ulwaluko initiation, Nelson Mandela
- 05Xhosa for tourism in South Africa and the Eastern Cape
- 06Xhosa for business in the South African economy
Frequently asked questions about learning Xhosa
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Xhosa level test
Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.
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A hundred words and thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.
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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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- Small group classes: you actually practice
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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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