How to Learn Arabic

Arabic is the language most commonly used in the Middle East. There are several dialects in Arabic, however Egyptian Arabic and Levantine are the most widely spoken Arabic dialects.

So, You Want to Learn Arabic...

You may be traveling to the Middle East or perhaps you want to learn for personal reasons, learning the Arabic language is a realistic goal for most. It takes determination, concentration, a lots of practice to master the challenging language.

Once you have decided to learn then language, you must now find out how you are going to learn Arabic.

Online Arabic Classes and Courses

Rosetta Stone Arabic Language Course
The folks at Rosetta Stone got it right when they developed this Arabic language program. I have had many friends use it successfully to learn Arabic before traveling. The program uses up to date images to help you learn ans is availble in different levels. I highly recommend this program for anyone who wants to learn Arabic.
Check out the Arabic Course at Rosetta Stone

Transparent Language
Transparent Language has several different types of Arabic language programs to choose from.

PDQ Arabic
Designed with busy people in mind, PDQ is an exciting and effective way to learn all the essential and practical language you'll need when interacting with native speakers of Arabic. The PDQ audio program is four 60-minute recordings along with a 64-page, full-color course book allowing you to see and hear the language in action. The recordings in your PDQ course will take you on a virtual trip to a city where Arabic is spoken.

Arabic Before You Know It
Personalized Arabic learning so precise you will have Perfect Recall. Whether for business, school, or personal enrichment, you’ll quickly learn 1,000 common words and 250 essential phrases. Advanced technology customizes the learning for you. This innovative flash card system allows you to master Arabic at your own pace, with a method proven to enhance the learning experience. Before You Know It™ is the fastest path to perfect learning.

Learn Arabic Now!
From basic speaking skills to a mastery of the language, Learn Arabic Now! is the comprehensive language-learning program. The Listen & Speak activities, grammar tools, and vocabulary games provide a solid foundation for learning a new language. At last, software that lets you learn Arabic in a style that suits you and at a pace you choose.

Learning Arabic in the Classroom

Arabic is now taught is many secondary colleges and universities for credit and non-credit. You may want to look at course bulletins for non-credit classes teaching Arabic. I have found here you will learn the most useful Arabic words and phrases. If you enjoy a beginner class, then you could proceed to a higher level class. The bottom line ot is try it before you commit yourself to an expensive semester long course.

Adult and recreation centers may offer the Arabic language, so be sure to check at your community education centers,