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Tips for Learning Levantine Arabic

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Learning a new language is an exciting journey, but it comes with its fair share of challenges. For Arabic learners, one such hurdle often encountered is the ism fa'el (إسمُ الفاعِل), a vital aspect for speaking the Levantine dialect proficient
Continue with our panel of seasoned Arabic learners as they share invaluable insights and strategies on navigating the complexities of language acquisition. From embracing mistakes to optimizing study methods, this episode offers practical tips
In our last episode, we kicked off a panel discussion with seasoned learners, and today, we're picking up right where we left off.In this installment, we explore the invaluable traits of perseverance and stubbornness that propel forward-thinki
Are you grappling with the intricacies of advancing your proficiency in Levantine Arabic? If so, you're not alone. In a recent panel discussion led by Jennifer, a group of seasoned learners shared invaluable insights and strategies gleaned from
Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the significance of Ramadan with our special guest, Anwar Nassar, from Amman, Jordan. Anwar shares her experiences and profound insights into the fasting month, highlighting its spiritual si
Are you worried about losing your Arabic skills while traveling? In this episode, we explore effective strategies to sustain your language progress even when you're on the move. Whether you're away for a short trip or an extended stay, these ti
Today's episode takes us on a linguistic exploration of the intricate relationship between words and their meanings. This episode invites listeners to rethink the traditional approach to language learning.Jennifer challenges the idea that dict
Levantine Arabic language learners often find prepositions to be a formidable challenge.Our first piece of advice: resist the urge to directly translate prepositions. Dive into the unique world of Arabic, where each preposition crafts a distin
Once Arabic learners reach an intermediate phase, it's common that they find they have plateaued in their language progress. In this episode, Jenn offers many practical strategies for effective Arabic learning in the intermediate phase. Jenn
Our podcast guides you through the exciting journey of learning Levantine Arabic. Broadcasting from the vibrant city of Amman, Jordan, our mission is to provide valuable tips and insights to help you thrive in your Arabic language learning jour
When learning a second language, many people feel they need to memorize lists of vocabulary words. Linguistic experts, however, have a different opinion. In this episode, Jennifer addresses this issue. She notes that when we treat words like
In this episode, Jenn addresses the differences between the Levantine Arabic usage of بصير (biṣīr) and بكون (bikūn). These verbs are often challenging for Arabic students to sort out when they begin speaking. If you're learning Arabic and don't
The word بصير (biṣīr in phonetic spelling) can often be challenging for students of the Levantine Arabic dialect. In this episode, Jenn covers three different examples of how بصير (biṣīr) is used. You'll also hear native Levantine Arabic speake
Over her years of coaching Levantine Arabic language learners, Jenn has noticed a tendency for many people to drop the verb بكون (bikūn). However, knowing when and how to use بكون will make Arabic learners more confident in their speaking abili
Shababeek's experiential approach to learning Levantine Arabic is divided into 5 phases, with each phase having an estimated amount of time needed in Arabic learning sessions to be ready to move on to higher phases: Phase 1, "foundations", i
Most Arabic learners use the verb love (جب) much more frequently than they use the verb like (عجب). While these words are often interchangeable, the reason most people who learn Levantine Arabic don't use like is because it operates a bit diffe
This week Jenn reflects on the indispensable value of empathy when interacting with people from another culture or religious tradition. When we listen empathetically, we not only allow space for the other to continue to open up and tell their s
In this Ramadan episode Jenn speaks with Besan about fasting traditions in Saudi Arabia, where she grew up, as well as celebrating the two Eids (Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha). You'll hear the following Arabic words that you can discuss with your
This week, Nour joins Jennifer to discuss Ramadan in Jordan. Nour describes the personal as well as communal spiritual significance of the month of Ramadan. She also speaks on the importance of interfaith respect and relationships between Musli
In this episode, Anwar Nassar discusses the fasting month of Ramadan, learning to fast as a kid, fasting while pregnant, and more. You'll hear Anwar mention some Arabic words that may be new to you. This is a good opportunity to discuss these w
Many Arabic learners want to know how many hours a week they should commit to learning the Levantine Arabic dialect. The answer depends on what Arabic learning phase you find yourself in. In this week's tip to learning Levantine Arabic, Jenn br
At Shababeek, Arabic learners can choose to study one-on-one with an Arabic nurturer, with a partner, or in a small group. There are pros and cons for each of these options. This week, Jenn advises learners on a few things to be aware of when c
Learning Arabic grammar can seem daunting; and it often is in traditional classroom settings. Instead of calling it "grammar", we use the phrase "patterns of speech." This helps us be aware that what we are learning on patterns to the ways peop
Most people learn a language so they can interact with other humans who speak that language. However, building cross-cultural relationships in a new language can be quite challenging. Check out this week's tip on ideas for forming relationships
Moving towards something without the pressure to get there is actually really good for us. Some Arabic learners put so much pressure on themselves to acquire the language that they get burnt out in the process. Others may hurt relationships or
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