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The Pros and Cons of Studying Arabic

Trying to decide whether to learn Arabic? Whether you’re considering studying Arabic at university, studying…

Syria: Ten Years and Counting

For many, the clean slate that early 2021 once promised simply hasn’t transpired. We’d hoped to see the back of the pandemic but have been let down. For many Syrians though, Covid is the last thing on their mind. After all, millions of Syrians have faced similar tragedy – death, destruction, hunger, and poverty – and more, for the last ten years now.

Instagram Accounts to Follow If You’re Learning Arabic – Part One

Bored of your Arabic textbooks and endless lists of vocabulary to learn? Don’t overlook Instagram as a resource for Arabic! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner, Instagram is an absolute treasure trove for Arabic students, as long as you know where to look. We’ve put together a selection of our absolute favourite Instagram accounts to follow if you’re learning Arabic.

12 Essential YouTube Channels To Watch If You’re Learning Arabic

Are you learning Arabic? Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been studying Arabic for years, our roundup of the top 12 YouTube channels for Arabic students will make sure you’re never stuck for Arabic language resources. From the best online Arabic teachers and Arabic grammar lessons to comedy in Arabic and preparation for your next trip to the Middle East, we’ve got you covered!

7 ways to get the most out of your Arabic practice

We’ve been working on something very exciting behind the scenes, and we are so excited to tell you about it! We’ve created a 4-Week Study Planner for anyone learning Arabic at home, and we’ve launched this in partnership with the wonderful charity organisation Hopes for Women! Get started right now with our top strategies for maximising your Arabic practice.

A day of Arabic immersion – Amman edition | Levantine Arabic

Thanks to the wonders of the internet, this schedule for a day of Arabic #WorkFromHome goodness will transport you to sunny Jordan. Squeezing tonnes of Arabic practice into your normal daily schedule, this plan for a day of immersion in Levantine Ammiya will do wonders for your language skills (but we warn you, it may come with a side order of wanderlust).

READING LIST | 19 books to help you understand Iraq

This is a list of essential books to read if you’re looking to gain a deeper, more nuanced understanding of Iraq – featuring a combination of both non-fiction and fiction written by a mixture of Iraqi and foreign authors. This ultimate Iraq reading list covers Iraqi history, politics and culture and gets to the heart of the country’s most complex and intractable struggles.

7 tips and tricks for learning Arabic vocabulary

Increasing your vocabulary is one of the most important things you can do when learning any language. But it can often feel overwhelming when there are SO many words to learn – how do you know where to start!? This list will give you 7 hints and tips to help you expand your vocabulary in a quick, efficient and – most importantly – sustainable way.

Top 10 mistakes to avoid when learning Arabic

Many Arabic students waste time, energy and money making simple and easily avoidable mistakes, sometimes leading them to give up on the language altogether. Whether you’re just starting out on your Arabic journey or you’re somewhere down the line struggling to keep going, here are 10 mistakes to avoid when learning Arabic.